Long before French Tasting of 1976, Napa Valley’s story began in the crucible of mission life. In the late 1700s, Father Junípero Serra and other early missionaries planted Mission grapes for sacramental use—not for acclaim. These humble vines set the stage for something greater that would take root in this sunlit valley. Howell Mountain was […]
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“2021 is being hailed as one of the greatest Napa vintages in decades.”— Vinography The 2021 growing season gave Napa Valley something rare: concentration, elegance, and purity — all in one glass. What Made 2021 So Special? The 2021 vintage arrived on the heels of adversity. After the devastating Lighting Fire started on August 17th
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As consumers become increasingly mindful of what they eat and drink, organic wine has risen to the forefront of the wine industry. People aren’t just looking for just great wines anymore; they’re looking for products that align with their values—wines that are healthier, truly environmentally friendly, and crafted with integrity. At Neal Vineyards, we’ve been
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Wine Business Monthly- GrapegrowingNovember 1, 2024 A Q&A with Mark Neal This forum features ways vintners, winemakers, growers and viticulturists evaluate and adopt new innovations to grow grapes and make wine-with a special focus on building climate resilience. Who is Mark Neal?ORGANIC AND BIODYNAMIC GROWER AND VINTNER: Mark Neal, owner, Jack Neal & Son Vineyard
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Mark Neal is the owner and founder of Neal Family Vineyards, a boutique winery focused on crafting organic wines from 100% Biodynamic® vineyards and the first Napa winery to become Regenerative Organic Certified®. Known as one of the first pioneers of organic farming in Napa, Mark and his father started the vineyard management company Jack
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Why we are crazy for cork! Why cork? What’s so special about this material that warrants our obsession? The answer lies in its remarkable sustainability and versatility. The cork stopper that seals our wine plays a crucial role in its quality and has a significant impact on the environment. If you’re a wine lover who
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Wine EnthusiastBy Jim Gordan Second-generation grape grower Mark Neal grew up in Napa Valley helping his Greek grandmother make compost for the family garden and his father plant vineyards, build barns and fix tractors. Those were the beginnings of a long career in conscientious farming for Neal, now 65. He became an innovator in viticulture
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