Acclaimed journalist and wine writer Jancis Mary Robinson currently writes a weekly column for the Financial Times along with her own website recently took a look at farming and what it means to farm like there is no tomorrow, the answers really do lie in the soil. “The American ROC certification (Regenerative Organic Certification™), launched […]
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Our Howell Mountain Estate is a special place. The property is 25 acres and Mark decided early on that it would represent biodiversity at its best. Only 50% of the property is planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, the remaining land includes our family home, the winery, ancient caves, 2 ponds, olive trees, plants, old oak trees,
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Recent Weather and the Impact on Farming the Vineyards 2023 has been a rainy and cool season so far which has pushed bud break closer to April 1st, more of the historical norm in Napa Valley. Recent years have included drought conditions and warmer winters, resulting in earlier bud break and therefore an earlier harvest.
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By: Gerald Dlubala The Neal Family Vineyards in Napa Valley have always been known as prestigious, organically farmed vineyards. And now, going back to their beginnings over 50 years ago, they’ve shown the world what can be accomplished through mindful, organic farming methods and practices. Recently named the first Regenerative Organic Certified® vineyard in Napa
It’s that special time of year when Mark Neal grabs his pruning shears and heads out into the vineyard with a big smile on his face. As a farmer first, he really enjoys working with his farming team from Jack Neal & Son, to kick off the pruning operations which will set up the vineyard
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12 bottles of booze — from bourbon to bubbly — perfect for every type of drinker on your holiday gift list Still searching for the perfect holiday gift? Or maybe a dozen perfect holiday gifts? That’s where the Weekend Sip 12 bottles of Christmas guide can come in handy. This annual MarketWatch feature is designed
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by Liz Thach Forbes: Food + Drink Mark Neal, founder and owner of Neal Family Vineyards, credits his Greek grandmother for influencing his organic farming philosophy. Growing up on the island of Crete, her family didn’t just grow grapes, but also farmed vegetables, fruit, olives, and raised animals, as part of a naturally biodiverse farming
Biodynamic pioneer Mark Neal’s estate winery is first in Napa Valley to achieve the Patagonia-certified organic milestone NAPA, Calif. (November 7, 2022) – Napa Valley’s biodynamic winegrowing pioneer Mark Neal is pleased to announce that his Howell Mountain estate winery, Neal Family Vineyards, has achieved Regenerative Organic Certified® as recognized by the Regenerative Organic Alliance
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From the Fields at Neal Vineyards “Let it hang” have been the words of Mark Neal, leaning on his 56 years of harvest experience in Napa Valley to successfully navigate with patience and confidence, the curveballs recently thrown by Mother Nature this 2022 Harvest Season. First, we had a massive heatwave including over 10 days
