The Origin of Zinfandel

The Origin of Zinfandel

The Origins of Zinfandel A Croatian Immigrant in America In 1958, when Miljenko “Mike” Grgich arrived in Napa and went to work for Lee Stewart at Souverain Cellars, he noticed that Zinfandel looked like his native Plavac Mali, but he read that Zinfandel had an unknown...
‘Wine’-d Up for the Holidays

‘Wine’-d Up for the Holidays

‘Wine’-d up for the Holidays – Grgich Hills’ Holiday Hosting Guide Arranging a holiday get-together, and want to impress your friends and family with your epicurean know-how? Here are some holiday hosting tidbits to ensure yours is the place to...
Get to Know Our Regenerative Organic Research Manager

Get to Know Our Regenerative Organic Research Manager

Get to Know Bernat – Grgich Hills Estate’s Regenerative Organic Research Manager What led you to a career in wine? Growing up in the Mediterranean, wine was always on the table, a part of every meal. My grandparents used to make wine for themselves when...
What Does a Napa Valley Winemaker Do?

What Does a Napa Valley Winemaker Do?

What Does a Napa Valley Winemaker Do? The Spring Schedule with Sebastian            Winemaking is often perceived as a glamorous job – those winemakers just get to taste wine and walk around in stunningly beautiful vineyards all day, right?  While we can’t deny...
Seasonal Sips: Best Wines for Summer

Seasonal Sips: Best Wines for Summer

Seasonal Sips: Best Wines for Summer The Short List: Miljenko’s Selection Rosé   Napa Valley Essence Sauvignon Blanc Skin-Fermented Sauvignon Blanc Violetta Late Harvest Dessert Wine   One of the beautiful things about the wine community is the diversity of...