Napa Valley Rocks

"Napa Valley Rocks" digs into what makes the Napa Valley America's premier winegrowing region. Based on three research studies about the science behind the appellation, this 20 minute video explores the unique geological formation of the valley, why it has the ideal climate to grow wine grapes, grape growing and winemaking techniques, historical milestones, and the tradition of leadership that is continued today. Narrated by wine educator and author Karen MacNeil, and featuring more than two dozen of the vintners and industry experts who have made Napa Valley legendary, "Napa Valley Rocks" will further your understanding of Napa Valley and its place within the world of wine.

From seven founding vintners in 1944 to nearly 450 members today, the Napa Valley Vintners non-profit trade association is deeply committed to working together to promote and protect the Napa Valley appellation, its agricultural heritage, and its community. "Napa Valley Rocks: Leadership" tells the story of how nearly seven decades of collaboration and camaraderie have shaped the Napa Valley wine industry.

The Napa Valley’s rich winemaking history began well before the California Gold Rush. Ever since, a host of immigrants, pioneers, visionaries and risk-takers have made their way to the Napa Valley and have contributed to the region’s rich and colorful history. "Napa Valley Rocks: History" chronicle’s the appellation’s rise to prominence in just 150 short years.

Napa Valley has become synonymous with Cabernet Sauvignon and the majority of winemakers in the region produce it, but thanks to the area's diverse soils and growing conditions, all kinds of grape varieties flourish in this one small place. In "Napa Valley Rocks: Winemaking," renowned vintners share their views on the terroir of the Napa Valley and why they choose to make wine from this appellation.

Viticulture - the process of growing grapes - is an inherent collaboration between people and place. "Napa Valley Rocks: Viticulture" shares some of the secrets from the vineyard that help Napa Valley's grape growers and winemakers produce consistent quality wines, vintage after vintage.

What makes Napa Valley perfect for growing wine grapes? Based on the results of a scientific study about the climate of the Napa Valley appellation, "Napa Valley Rocks: Climate" explains why grapevines thrive in this world-famous winegrowing region.

Although Napa Valley is one of the world's smallest wine regions, it is also one of the most diverse. Culled from the results of two scientific studies about the soils and geology of the Napa Valley appellation, "Napa Valley Rocks: Soils and Geology" presents an easy-to-understand chronicle of 150 million years of the science behind the Napa Valley.

Narrated by wine educator and author Karen MacNeil, "Napa Valley Rocks" will further your understanding of Napa Valley and its place in the world of wine.