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Join us for an inspiring two-day deep dive into regenerative viticulture, designed to equip growers with practical strategies for building soil health, enhancing agroecosystem resilience, and producing exceptional quality grapes. This event is for anyone interested in growing their leadership.
Join us for an inspiring two-day deep dive into regenerative viticulture, designed to equip growers with practical strategies for building soil health, enhancing agroecosystem resilience, and producing exceptional quality grapes. This event is for anyone interested in growing their leadership.
On November 18, hosted at Opus One, we’re partnering with theΒ Regenerative Viticulture FoundationΒ to launch theΒ One Block ChallengeΒ (1BC)Β in Napaβan accessible onramp for growers ready to pilot regenerative practices on a smaller scale and leverage a peer-to-peer learning network. The day begins with a two-hour workshop from Chuck Schembre ofΒ Understanding AgΒ exploring the “why” behind regenerative agriculture and how to evaluate your context and begin the transition. You’ll then hear from Caine Thompson and Stephen Cronk (RVF Board members) about 1BC’s approach and impressive achievements from Paso Robles to New Zealand, followed by a dynamic panel discussion moderated byΒ Napa GreenΒ Vineyard Program Manager Ben Mackie, featuring Thompson (Robert Hall & O’Neill), Tod Mostero (DominusΒ Estate), and Hilary Graves (BookerΒ Vineyard) sharing real-world insights on implementing regenerative practices, continuous learning and adaptation, and achieving measurable success.
November 19thΒ will be a boots in the soil field dayΒ atΒ BedrockΒ VineyardΒ in Sonoma, where we’ll focus specifically on reducing or eliminating tillageβa cornerstone practice for regenerative viticulture. Morgan Twain-Peterson and Jake Neustadt will share Bedrock’s approach and insights adapting low- and no-till approaches to old vine and dry-farmed vineyards, while Chuck Schembre provides technical expertise on the below- and above-ground benefits of these practices. We’ll also feature a demonstration ofΒ Sectormentor’s cutting-edge platformΒ for tracking regenerative indicatorsΒ and essential farm data, with special discounts available for attendees.
Whether you’reΒ interested inΒ beginning or expandingΒ regenerative practices through theΒ 1BC,Β or deepening your commitment throughΒ Napa Green’s expert-supported Vineyard certification, this event brings together some of the most experienced voices in regenerative viticulture to help you build a more resilient, productive, and sustainable operation.
AGENDA – TUESDAY, NOV. 18
Opus One Randy Zavala Vineyard Equipment Shop
9-11:00 amΒ The Why and Initial How of Regenerative Ag
Chuck Schembre, Regenerative Specialty Crop Consultant, Understanding Ag
11-11:20 amΒ Break
11:20-11:45 amΒ Introduction to the One Block Challenge
RVF Board Members:Β Caine ThompsonΒ Managing Director, Robert Hall Winery & Head of Sustainability, O’Neill Vintners & Distillers, andΒ Stephen Cronk, Co-founder and President of Maison Mirabeau
11:45-12:45Β Real-World Insights into Benefits, Challenges & Results of Regen Ag & 1BC
Moderator:Β Ben Mackie, Vineyard Program Manager, Napa Green
Speakers: Caine Thompson,Β Tod Mostero, Director of Viticulture & Winemaking, Dominus Estate,Β Hilary Graves, Vineyard & Grower Relations Manager, Booker Vineyard
12:45-1:45Β LunchΒ catered by Cocina SeverianoΒ & Sign-upΒ for One Block Challenge
AGENDA – WEDNESDAY, NOV. 19
Bedrock Vineyard
9:15-9:30 am Introduction to One Block Challenge & How to Join
RVF Board Members:Β Caine ThompsonΒ Managing Director, Robert Hall Winery & Head of Sustainability, O’Neill Vintners & Distillers, andΒ Stephen Cronk, Co-founder and President of Maison Mirabeau
9:30-10:45 amΒ Vineyard Tour & No-Till Transition
Morgan Twain-Peterson MW, Owner & Winemaker, andΒ Jake Neustadt, Director of Viticulture, Bedrock Wine Co.
10:45-11:15 amΒ Below- and Above-Ground Benefits
Chuck Schembre, Understanding Ag
11:15-12:15 pmΒ Tracking Regeneration in Practice: Monitoring, Indicators, and Learnings from Johan Vineyards
Victoria Nicol, Strategic Partnerships, Sectormentor
Nathan Wood, Vineyard Manager, Johan Vineyards (Willamette)
Chuck Schembre | Regenerative Specialty Crop Consultant at Understanding Ag
Chuck has been working in agriculture and natural resource positions for 20 years, which includes managing small-diversified farms, fruit orchards and larger scale vineyards, and working as a soil scientist, agronomist, and resource conservation specialist in California and Nevada.Β Throughout Chuckβs multiple positions, he has served as a soil health educator, conducted many presentations and trainings, and has worked with 100βs of farmers and landowners providing on-farm technical assistance and soil health consulting.Β He holds a bachelorβs degree in Earth and Soil Science from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and is a Certified Professional Soil Scientist (CPSS), and Erosion and Sediment Control Specialist (CPESC).Β Β
Caine ThompsonΒ | Managing Director, Robert Hall Winery & Head of Sustainability, O’Neill Vintners & Distillers
Caine Thompson, Head of Sustainability for OβNeill Vintners & Distillers and Managing Director of Robert Hall Winery has cemented his industry leadership in sustainable winegrowing and operations throughout his wine industry career.
In 2017, he joined Rabble Wine Company and as President (prior to OβNeillβs acquisition in 2021), he led the brand with the Earth in mind. Several of these sustainability programs he started continue at Rabble today through Caineβs direction at OβNeill (1% for the planet). He also initiates and implements green practices, leading the charge for sustainable certified for 200+ growers (15,000 acres) on behalf of the entire OβNeill organization. Since joining OβNeill Vintners & Distillers in October 2020, Caine has developed and launched a regenerative viticulture case study that will impact wine farming practices for years to come, which has now evolved to 1,000 in conversion to regenerative organic.
Stephen Cronk |Β Co-founder and President of Maison Mirabeau
The Mirabeau story is one of following a dream and the pursuit of a deeply held passion for wine. Founded in 2010, Mirabeau has collected some of the most prestigious wine industry awards and Stephen and Jeany Cronk are delighted that people enjoy their wines all over the world.
Ben Mackie | Vineyard Program Manager at Napa Green
For the past 15 years, Ben has been designing and implementing regenerative farming systems in a variety of ecosystems. A New Englander by birth, Ben fell in love with agriculture in the verdant fields of northern California in high school. Ever since, Ben has been managing farms, improving soils, and educating the next crop of environmental stewards with a holistic view of farming with natural systems. No stranger to Napa, he previously lived on Mt Veeder, where he fell in love with the oak and madrone woodlands and made friends with the local ravens. When Ben is not helping Napaβs vineyards adopt 21st century practices, he is spending time with his impressive wife and two wild children in the woods and on the water. Ben currently occupies Nisenan Territory and is a proud alumnus of Sterling College in Northeast Vermont, where he received a BA in Sustainable Agriculture.
Tod MosteroΒ | Director of Viticulture & Winemaking atΒ Dominus Estate
Director of Viticulture and Winemaking, the French connection runs strong through Mostero, who studied in Bordeaux and trained at ChΓ’teau Haut-Brion, Domaine de la RomanΓ©e-Conti and Γtablissements Jean-Pierre Moueix. He worked with Baron Philippe de Rothschild in the Languedoc and at Almaviva in Chile before returning to his native California to joinΒ Dominus EstateΒ in 2007.
βChristian Moueix has been my guide throughout my career and has been my greatest example of a perfect winemaker. He is clear, precise and is profoundly attached to the vineyard. He has guided me from the beginning.β
Hilary Graves | Vineyard & Growers Relations Manager at Booker Vineyard
Hilary Graves is a winegrower, winemaker and viticulture educator with more than 20 years of field experience on Californiaβs Central Coast.
Hilaryβs winegrowing philosophy allows the land to speak through the fruit: βI see my job as managing the vines instead of manipulating them, so that the grapes can express where they come fromβI never want to change the outcome of what the place wants to show.β
This transparent mindset also goes hand in hand with Hilaryβs passion for sustainability. βI believe that farmers, more than any other occupation, have the ability to capture carbon and turn back the clock on climate change,β she says. βItβs something that I take to heart and factor into all of my farming decisions.β
Morgan Twain-Peterson, MWΒ | Owner & Winemaker atΒ Bedrock Wine Co.
Morganβs early exposure to wine and winemaking was thanks to his father Joel Peterson, who had started a small passion project called Ravenswood Wineryβ a job for which he was steadily not making money while working out of a small building along the big curve on Broadway. Though always enamored with the wine industry, Morgan bypassed a traditional Viticulture and Enology degree and studied History and Political Science at Vassar College. After undergrad, he enrolled at Columbia University with an eye towards a Masters in American Studies. meanwhile working at a small shop in the Upper East Side called Pet Wines. There, he met Chris Cottrell, with whom he became fast friends.
Jake Neustadt | Director of Viticulture atΒ Bedrock Wine Co.
Director of Viticulture, Jake Neustadt, grew up in the East Bay and came of age backpacking in the Sierras and annoying his neighbors with an overly loud garage band. His higher education at UC Davis began with a focus on journalism and international relations but, upon realizing the bleak realities of those career paths, quickly gravitated toward agriculture and winemaking.
Victoria Nicol | Strategic Partnerships at Sectormentor
Victoria is on a learning journey of how simple tech focused on regenerative methods can help farmers manage their lands and regenerate our natural world.
Nathan Wood | Vineyard Manager at Johan Vineyards (Willamette)
Nathan Wood has a lifelong love affair with grapevines. Growing up in the vineyards of Rutherford, CA, alongside his father and grandfather, he developed a passion for winemaking that took him around the globe over a decade-long career.Β Β
Nathan developed a passion for integrative management and holistic agriculture. He understands that the ability to tell a story through the wine starts in the vineyard.Β
Anna Brittain | Executive Director of Napa Green
Anna Brittain is the Executive Director ofΒ Napa Green. Anna has worked locally, nationally and internationally on environmental management and policy with organizations ranging from the environmental economics think tank Resources for the Future in Washington, DC to the International Union for Conservation of Nature in Hanoi, Vietnam. She has spent a decade facilitating and growing sustainability in the wine industry, with an expertise in communications and certification standards. Anna has served as a lead sustainability consultant with Ontario Craft Wineries, Sustainable Winegrowing British Columbia, Crimson Wine Group, the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance, and individual wineries including Benziger Family Winery and Seghesio Family Vineyards. She has helped lead the growth of the Napa Green program for over six years, and stepped into the position of Executive Director of the now independent non-profit in fall 2019. Anna has a Masterβs of Environmental Science & Management from the Bren School at UC Santa Barbara and a BA in Political Science and Environmental Studies from Williams College.
Applications for the California Green Medal Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards 2026 awards are now open!
Californiaβs wine industry is a global leader in sustainable practices due to the dedication of its vineyards and wineries in setting high standards for: π Environmental stewardship
π Being a responsible employer and community member
π Implementing innovative and sustainable business practices
We invite you to apply for the California Green Medal Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards to highlight your excellence!
Apply Now at greenmedal.org/apply.
#CAGreenMedal #SustainableWine #WineIndustry #Sustainability #SustainableWinegrowing
#CaliforniaGreenMedal #WineBusiness #Wine
What Do Consumers Ask Winemakers Most Often? Chimney Rock Has Some Answers
We love this @grapecollective conversation with @elizvianna, the Winemaker and GM @chimneyrockwinery!
#sustainablewine #winetasting #winebusiness #regenerativeag
We are thrilled to be nominated for the @napachamberofcommerce Community Benefit Organization of the Year!
π³οΈ Cast your vote daily from now until November 21st. Link in bio!
#nonprofit #napavalley #chamberofcommerce
Congratulations to @phiferpavittwine on achieving both @napagreen Vineyard and Winery recertification!
Phifer Pavitt has mindfully cultivated a thriving ecosystem where every element - from insects and plants to earthly materials - serves a purpose and repurpose.
We invite you to book a tasting to explore their innovative Eco Barn, serene pollinator garden, and exemplary environmental stewardship practices. When you visit, you will discover wines that not only capture a sense of place but also embody a living testament to regenerative farming from soil to bottle.
#sustainablewine #climatesmart #napavalleywine #napavalley #winebusiness #sustainablewinery #wineindustry #sustainablebusiness #womenownedwinery #landstewardship #environmentalstewardship #regenerativeag
Congratulations to the 2025 @winebusinessmonthly Wine Industry Leaders!
We`re thrilled to see many of our members, partners, speakers, sponsors, and community leaders recognized for their innovative contributions and leadership in the wine industry!
Special thanks to @napavintners President and CEO, Linda Reiff, for championing environmental efforts in the Napa Valley wine industry by establishing the @napagreen program!
#winebusiness #wineindustry #environmentalstewardship #napavalleywine #napavalley
@tressabores is a truly climate smart winery. They hold both the Napa Green Vineyard and Napa Green Winery Certifications, with a holistic focus on regenerative and organic farming.
In partnership with @napagreen, Tres Sabores launched the βCircle of Sustainersβ award program as a way to recognize guestβs support of the sustainable winery. The tasting fees from each selected guestβs experience will be donated in their name to support ongoing sustainability efforts by Napa Green in the Valley.
Book your visit now for a truly unforgettable sustainable winery experience.
π· @soilrainandhope @tressabores @buddsocial
#sustainablewine #climatesmart #napavalleywine #napavalley #winebusiness #sustainablewinery #wineindustry #sustainablebusiness #winetasting #regenerativefarming #comeoveroctober
Congratulations to @fiordisolewines on achieving @napagreen Winery Certification. Fior di Sole β βFlower of the sunβ β is a family-owned and operated wine company located in the heart of Napa Valley, producing exceptional quality wines from Napa and throughout California.
Fior Di Sole is committed to minimizing environmental impact and fostering a healthier planet for future generations. They provide comprehensive wine services, managing the entire process from concept creation, packaging design, winemaking, purchasing, compliance, quality assurance, and bottling, all while prioritizing sustainability.
#sustainablewine #climatesmart #napavalleywine #napavalley #winebusiness #sustainablewinery #wineindustry #sustainablebusiness
@napagreen we believe that every purchasing decision is an opportunity to make a positive impact. Thatβs why we actively encourage our members to carefully consider their choices, especially when it comes to branded merchandise. We are proud to partner with our sponsor, @jonahmarketing, a company that shares our commitment to responsible and sustainable practices.
We invite all Napa Green members and businesses committed to sustainability to reach out to Jonah Marketing for a custom consultation to help you curate a selection of sustainable merchandise that not only aligns with your brand but also authentically communicates your unique sustainability story to your clients, partners, and employees.
Every piece of branded merchandise you choose tells a story about your organization. Letβs tell a sustainable story together.
#winebusiness #greenbusiness #sustainablebusiness #greenpurchasing #purchasingpower #wineindustry
@napagreen`s Executive Director @abrittain is speaking at @sustainabilityindrinks in London on Tuesday, October 21!
The event brings together industry leaders and policymakers to address sustainability challenges. Anna will join a panel on Labour Standards Across the Supply Chain.
#sustainablebusiness #sustainablewine #conference
Check out our incredible lineup of speakers who will be sharing practical strategies for building soil health, enhancing agroecosystem resilience, and producing exceptional quality grapes!
Join the two-day deep dive workshop, Growing Regenerative Viticulture, on November 18 and 19, 2025 @opusonewinery and @bedrockwines.
Open to @napagreen members and anyone interested in growing their regenerative leadership.
Ticket link in bio. This event will sell out so get your tickets soon!
#climateaction #regenerativeag #regenerativefarming #viticulture #wineindustry #soilhealth #workshop
Congratulations on achieving @napagreen Winery Certification to @camomiwinery, a family owned winery heartcrafting exceptional wines in the Napa Valley!
The @fiordisolewines facility, where they produce their wines, is not only water and energy efficient, they also maintain rigorous recycling standards. Beyond that, the bottling line is certified by @ccoforganic, ensuring that the production processes meet stringent organic standards.
#sustainablewine #climatesmart #napavalleywine #napavalley #winebusiness #sustainablewinery #wineindustry #sustainablebusiness
@napagreen has been a proud @1percentftp Environmental Partner since 2020!
Businesses and individuals can support Napa Greenβs critical work in climate action, regenerative carbon farming, and social equity within the wine industry through 1% For The Planetβs environmental giving platform.
We are grateful to 1% For The Planetβs dedication to brining businesses and environment organizations together to support people and the planet!
Thank you to our 1% For The Planet Business partners @spottswoodewinery @patagonia @anarchistwineco and @mp_egan39!
#climateaction #regenerativeag #climatesmart #nonprofit #onepercentfortheplanet #environmentalgiving #socialequity
Congratulations @bellaunionwine on achieving @napagreen Winery recertification!
Powered by @mcecleanenergy Deep Green 100% Renewable Energy, Bella Union believes in minimizing their environmental impact, maximizing care for their ecosystems, and making a difference in the lives of their employees and community.
Explore their beautiful tasting room, featuring an artist-in-residence program, and discover the passion and quality in every glass.
#sustainablewine #climatesmart #winetasting #napavalleywine #napavalley #winebusiness #sustainablewine #sustainablewinery
Congratulations to these @napagreen Certified Members for winning the @greatwinecapitals Napa Valley Regional Best of Wine Tourism Awards!
π@sterlingvineyards for Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences
π @chandonusa for Sustainable Wine Tourism Practices
π @cliffamily for Culinary Experiences
Thank you for your commitment to excellence and sustainability!
#visitnapa #visitnapavalley #winetasting #ecotourism #climatesmartwine #sustainablewine #sustainablewines #winecountry
JOIN US for an inspiring two-day deep dive into regenerative viticulture, designed to equip growers with practical strategies for building soil health, enhancing agroecosystem resilience, and producing exceptional quality grapes.
November 18, 2025 @opusonewinery
November 19, 2025 @bedrockwines
This event is for anyone interested in growing their leadership.
ποΈ Ticket link in bio.
#regenerativefarming #regenerativeag #winebusiness #vineyard #climateaction #climatesmart #soilhealth #regenerativeviticulture
Congratulations @ilsleyvineyards on achieving @napagreen Vineyard Certification!
With four generations farming over six decades and over 100 years of history in the Napa Valley, the Ilsley family is committed to elevating their vineyard and farming practices. The Napa Green Vineyard Certification aligns with this whole property approach to farming, encompassing the full agroecosystem β from what is happening underground in the soil, to what is happening in the atmosphere, to how this impacts the broader community.
Thank you for being regenerative farming leaders!
#regenerativeag #regenerativefarming #wineindustry #sustainablewine #climatesmart #napavalleywine #napavalley #landstewardship #winebusiness
