Combining the Best of Both Worlds. Navigator Chardonnay is guided by a sense of place — Napa Valley expressed through precision, balance, and restraint. Rooted in classic winemaking and inspired by exploration, the wine carries a quiet confidence shaped by coastal influence, careful farming, and thoughtful blending.  That sense of intention extends directly onto the bottle.  Navigator’s label design brings together two distinct printing techniques working in harmony. A detailed map illustration is screen-printed directly onto the glass surface. Layered over it, a paper label provides contrast and structure, grounding the design with clarity and tradition. The result is dimensional without being loud. Light filters through the Chardonnay and the screen-printed map, creating depth and subtle movement, while the paper label grounds the design with tradition and a sense of familiarity. It’s a thoughtful balance of permanence and refinement — modern techn

Equip supervisors with essential leadership skills to inspire, manage, and lead effectively with our two-day program. Supervisors Toolkit Program This two-day workshop will be held at Brasswood Cellars, a beautiful Napa Valley setting that offers plenty of space for learning, connection, and reflection. Lunch will be provided for all attendees on both days. Elevate your supervisory skills with this immersive program. Designed to help supervisors lead with confidence, communicate effectively, and navigate workplace challenges, each session builds upon the last to provide a cohesive and practical learning experience. Day 1: February 4, 2026 (9 AM - 3:30 PM) Discover Your Leadership Identity: Explore your personal values, goals, and DiSC® style to define your unique leadership approach. Defining Your Leadership Legacy: Reflect on the qualities of effective leaders and learn to navigate power dynamics with confidence. Day 2: February 11, 2026 (9 AM - 3:30 PM) Mastering the A

Napa Valley, CA — October 9, 2025 — Scout, the vineyard intelligence platform built by and for growers, announced today that its Scout Gen5 technology has been named to TIME’s list of the Best Inventions of 2025, which features 300 innovations transforming the way we live, work, and connect with the world.  Each year, TIME’s editors evaluate thousands of submissions across industries, considering originality, efficacy, ambition, and impact. The 2025 list highlights breakthroughs in healthcare, sustainability, AI, and agriculture, recognizing inventions that are shaping a better future.  The Modern Farmer’s Eye: Grower-Centric Innovation  Scout was founded on a simple idea—the farmer’s eye is the best sensor in the field. Our mission is to scale that intuition and experience for the decades ahead. Scout delivers clarity and confidence through AI that sees and analyzes what humans can’t, and empowers what they can, so e

Second-Year Sponsorship Highlights American Wine Industry’s Economic Impact and Community Building Mission  WineAmerica, the National Association of American Wineries, announced today its proud sponsorship of the 2025 Come Over October Congressional Wine Caucus press conference and reception, taking place on October 8th in Washington, D.C. This marks the second consecutive year WineAmerica has supported this important invitation-only industry event, demonstrating the organization’s continued commitment to fostering bipartisan support for America’s burgeoning wine industry.  The reception will showcase wines from across many states, celebrating the breadth, diversity and quality of American wine production from coast to coast. This comprehensive representation underscores the truly national scope of the American wine industry, which now includes 10,637 wine producers operating in every state. Economic Powerhouse Supporting American Communities WineAmerica&r

Afternoon Brief: Vinarchy - A New Global Wine Company

Vinarchy combines the assets of wholly-owned Accolade Wines with the Australian, New Zealand and Spanish wine businesses formerly owned by Pernod Ricard, which were acquired by AWL in April 2025...

A new standard for boutique luxury is emerging in Napa Valley with The Elene, an extraordinary retreat concept by Mosaic Hotel Collection, known for its distinctive, inspired local experiences. Nordby Construction is honored to lead the endeavor of bringing this remarkable vision to life with uncompromising craftsmanship and detail. Situated on 3.5 acres within the Napa Valley Agricultural Preserve, this 50-room resort, including four expansive suites. The resort layout seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor spaces to embrace the region’s natural beauty, balancing contemporary elegance with relaxed charm. Guests will enjoy a fine-dining restaurant, an all-day café, a heated pool, and a cycling program with a bike barn. From the start, The Elene was conceived as a bespoke retreat, reflecting the sophistication of Napa’s wine country while integrating advanced sustainability practices. With this in mind, the project required a construction partner well-versed in comple

Napa Valley Vintners (NVV) announces the next installment of the “Why Wine?” campaign, a movement dedicated to celebrating the authentic story of wine. With consumer preferences rapidly evolving and new competition emerging in the marketplace, the campaign focuses on uniting the industry to ensure wine remains an essential part of a modern, healthy lifestyle.  NVV launched the initiative in summer of 2024. To encourage more involvement and the continuation of the campaign, dozens of “Why Wine?” videos were captured at the Premiere Napa Valley wine auction in February. Industry members shared their personal stories and insights about what makes wine so special. These heartfelt videos are now available for viewing on YouTube at the Why Wine Video Playlist. Also attending Premiere Napa Valley was podcaster Ray Fister of Life Between the Vines who asked the question, “Why is wine important?” to guests and winemakers at the event.  The “Wh