Mondavi Family Winemakers – Napa
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The Mondavi family today. Photo ©Kopol Bonick Studio/dkbphoto.com. [/caption]
21st-Century Napa: A Look At The Players Leading The WIne Capital of North America Into The Next Decade and Beyond
When you’ve been making wine as long as the Mondavi family has, it’s not just business, it’s about romancing the vine. The family, now in its fourth generation of winemakers, understands that memorable wines start with clean, healthy soil, an ideal climate and great tasting grapes.
Jeff Smith – Wine Master
Ask Jeff Smith what he does and he’ll tell you that he brings order to chaos. On a given day, the Beverly Hills-based wine consultant can be found sorting through thousands of wine bottles from a variety of countries, regions, vineyards, varietals, and vintages—an activity that might seem a bit overwhelming to some. Add to these variables the location in which he works—a relatively cold room (approximately 55ºF) with little light and moderate humidity (between 50%-70%)—and there aren’t many people who would choose to do what Smith does.
Rich Frank – Napa
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Winston Hill, Frank Family Vineyards.[/caption]
With a warm and inviting tone (similar to the reputation of his family’s winery and tasting room), Rich Frank of Frank Family Vineyards in the Napa Valley couldn’t be a better proponent for what a wine experience should be.