The Sonoma County airport is named for him, so is a museum and ice rink. Peanuts creator Charles M. Schultz spent 42 years living and working in Sonoma County, with “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” one of his most famous works. Schultz, during his lifetime, kept an airplane at the airport and was an avid aviator. Snoopy, of course, loved flying too. Schultz was born in 1922 in Minnesota and given the nickname Sparky at a young age. In 1929 the family moved west to Needles, California. The move was said to be prompted by a young cousin’s tuberculosis, which would fare better in a desert climate. Schultz later incorporated Needles into many of his comic strips, particularly those built around Snoopy’s brother Spike, who lived alone in the desert with coyotes and cactus. Their time in the desert was alas short-lived, and Schultz moved back to Minnesota in time for elementary school. This is also where he developed his lifelong passion for ice hockey.

Making an Ocean of Difference: Frank Family’s New Partnership with 4ocean Removes One Pound of Plastic with Every Bottle Purchased

(June 7, 2024; Calistoga, Calif.)— To commemorate World Ocean Month this June, Frank Family Vineyards’ founders Rich and Leslie Frank are pleased to announce that the winery’s annual “Frank for a […]

Napa, CA, Feb. 19, 2024 – Lumo, a smart irrigation company that supports growers and tackles water challenges head-on using the most advanced water technology available, is proud to announce its exclusive retail partnership with Central Valley, a leading supplier of vineyard equipment and materials in Northern California. Lumo is the only irrigation automation solution sold by Central Valley, marking a significant milestone in advancing sustainable viticulture practices and enhancing water management in the region. Central Valley, a trusted name in the industry with a rich history of serving pro builders and vineyard operators, has recognized the transformative potential of Lumo’s state-of-the-art irrigation technology. By selling Lumo’s innovative solution, Central Valley aims to help its customers elevate their vineyard management practices, streamline irrigation processes, and provide them with valuable insights to optimize resource utilization. “We’re

Lula Cellars 2020 Rescue Block Pinot Noir Takes Top Honors November 17, 2023 — Winners have been announced in the 2023 Harvest Challenge Wine Competition. After two spirited days of judging, Lula Cellars 2020 Rescue Block Pinot Noir took the top prize. It was also awarded Best Red Wine and Best of Anderson Valley AVA (Mendocino County, Calif.). Coming in at 98 points, judges praised the wine as “rich, ripe” and for its “Bing cherry,” and “hint of orange peel.”  Lula Cellars is a boutique winery located in California’s Anderson Valley. Its focus is on world-class Pinot Noirs both from its estate and across Anderson Valley, as well as other single-vineyard offerings from the greater Mendocino County. When preparing to plant their own vines, Lula owners discovered some-1,000 old vines “literally lying down, as if waiting to be rescued.” Lots of TLC later, these mystery Pinot Noir grapes have thrived. There’s no in

Frank Family Vineyards Cooks Up Father’s Day Fun with Two Incredible Culinary Forces Teaming Up to Create the Ultimate Live Fire BBQ Experience

(May 17, 2022; Calistoga, Calif.)—Napa Valley’s iconic Frank Family Vineyards will host a tong-flipping, finger-licking live fire Barbecue dinner with Backyard Pitmaster Jack Arnold and celebrity Chef Christina Machamer on June 17 from 6:00 p.m.–8:30 […]

Frank Family Vineyards Pledges to Plant 150,000 Trees in Partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation

Each Blanc de Blancs Purchase Will Plant 6 Trees this April (March 31, 2022; Calistoga, Calif.)— In honor of the 150th anniversary of the Arbor Day Holiday, Frank Family Vineyards Founders Rich […]

Napa Valley’s Frank Family Vineyards’ “Frank for a Cause” Campaign Will Benefit Humane Society of the United States

20% of proceeds from online sales of 2018 Napa Valley Merlot will be donated this November (October 26, 2021; Calistoga, Calif.)— In memory of Winemaker Todd Graff’s beloved “right paw” rescue dog, Bristol, Frank Family Vineyards Proprietors Rich and Leslie Frank are pleased to announce that the winery’s annual “Frank for a Cause” campaign will […]

Bronwyn Dickson Ney is the founder of Bronwyn Ney Consulting, a marketing consulting firm focused on helping clients in wine, luxury, food, and hospitality. She is an expert in customer relationship marketing and has helped wineries drive significant growth over the years. We spoke with Bronwyn recently about luxury brands, stories, and connecting with the customer. Oh, and bacon. Listen to the full interview here or read along below:  Milton Cornwell: I’m excited to share another installment in our expert series for the wine industry. Today, I have the pleasure of speaking with Bronwyn Ney, who has a fabulous background starting in luxury goods marketing with Sephora. She spent time with Clorox and ultimately held the Director of Marketing position with Hall Winery, and VP of Marketing and Direct with Knights Bridge. She now has her own consulting firm appropriately named Bronwyn Ney Marketing, which helps clients navigate the current marketing landscape. Her core focus on