News — Napa Valley

California growers have removed roughly 38,000 acres of vineyards in just a few seasons, signaling the deepest structural reset in decades – with serious implications for the future of premium Napa and Sonoma wine.

Napa Valley's agricultural leaders recently convened to discuss the critical role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data in ensuring the ecological balance and financial return of future harvests.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates CEO Shawn Conway is moving to take the helm at rival U.S. wine group Far Niente Wine Estates. Conway takes on the role of permanent chief executive at the Napa Valley-based company, following the retirement of former CEO Steve Spadarotto in January.