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Laura Diaz Munoz: How Robert Mondavi Winery is modernising to remain relevant for a new generation of drinkers
Season 1, Ep. 30
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Patrick Schmitt MW talks to Robert Mondavi Winery's Laura Diaz Munoz, who has held the role of winemaker at the famous Napa wine producer for the last two years. Born in Spain, and now settled in Santa Rosa with her family, Laura opens up about promoting the brand worldwide, converting to organics, dealing with a warming climate in California, and developing wine tourism to entice a new generation of drinkers.
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