Viticultores: Mexican American Perspectives on Grapes, Community and Resilience

They say, “great wine is made in the vineyard," but who nurtures the perfect environment that provides the foundation for great wine? We will hear from viticulture experts who have helped build the reputation of Napa Valley wine and discuss how Mexican and Chicanx communities have contributed their in-depth knowledge and highly-skilled grape cultivation techniques. Understanding their contributions and stories will help all wine drinkers better appreciate the origins of their favorite vintage. Speakers: -Mario Bazán, founder of Mario Bazan Cellars and Mario Bazan Vineyard Management -Dolores Torres, vineyard supervisor at Harlan Estate -Gustavo Aviña, viticulture director at Pine Ridge Vineyards -Moderator: L. Steve Velasquez, Curator for the Division of Home and Community Life, National Museum of American History, part of the Smithsonian Institute

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