In episode 269 of The Drinking Hour podcast, David Kermode talks to Kurtis Ogasawara, director of winemaking at Robert Mondavi Winery, about the redevelopment of the winery, the unique terroir of the To Kalon vineyard, embracing organic viticulture and the future of Californian wine.
The conversation begins with Robert Mondavi’s lasting legacy and influence in Napa, and Ogasawara’s journey to his position at the Mondavi Winery. Attention turns to the estate’s To Kalon vineyard, including what makes it so special, and the recent $200m refurbishment, which ushers in a new era for the the winery. Ogasawara explains his winemaking approaches, including crafting wines for other brands, as well as organic and regenerative viticulture, tells Kermode more about the new limited edition 60th anniversary Cabernet Sauvignon and gives his reasons for being optimistic about the future of Californian wine.
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