Speaker: Elaine Chukan Brown
Time: 8:30-9:30 AM
Room: Diamond Mountain

While the California wine industry is younger that many of its global counterparts, vintners across the state have long practiced a strong commitment to going against the grain and setting new benchmarks. From reviving forgotten grape varieties and employing new practices to enhance ecosystem integrity, to pushing the limits of traditional winemaking techniques and alternative packaging, the innovative spirit of California grape growing and winemaking draws on wisdom beyond its years. This session will take a look at forward-thinking producers, both past and present, inspired by each other to further inspire the world with wines enjoyed around the world.