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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This year’s fundraiser was a particularly heartfelt and intimate gathering, reflecting the enduring commitment of the Neal Family to our local community. With great pride, we share that Neal Vineyards has now awarded 20 scholarships over the past 12 years, raising $300,000 to support the future leaders of St. Helena High School. The Neal Family
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An Exclusive Invitation in Collaboration with Grgich Hills Estate Two of Napa Valley’s pioneering Regenerative Organic Certified®, family-owned wineries are coming together to celebrate our shared passion for excellence in eco-conscious winemaking, and we’d like to invite you to join us! Through June 2025, Neal Vineyards is promoting exclusive benefits at Grgich Hills Estate. For a limited time,
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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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At Neal Vineyards, every bottle tells a story—one of passion, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to organic farming and sustainable winemaking. The magic behind these wines is the collaboration of two talented winemakers: Head winemaker Martin Mackenzie and associate winemaker Jeff Keene. With decades of combined experience, they bring unique perspectives to the craft, united
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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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Nestled in the heart of Napa Valley, Rutherford is celebrated for its distinctive terroir, which plays a pivotal role in producing some of the world’s finest wines. Rutherford has always been about the soil, vineyards and authentic wines. The coined phrase “Rutherford Dust“, recognized worldwide and associated with Rutherford region, is credited to Andre Tchelistcheff.
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Wine explorer and host Kelly Cornett sits down with influential people shaping the wine industry and guest for episode 132 is the Napa Valley’s Mark Neal. Mark grew up in Rutherford region of Napa Valley, a son of a farmer and first generation daughter of Greek immigrants, and as Mark has said “Farming is all
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