Today, Napa Valley is home to some of the most respected wineries and coveted wines being produced, but not too long ago, it was a sleepy farm community. So in this conversation, Jonathan talks with Marilyn Harris of Paradigm Winery about how Napa … became Napa. Marilyn and her husband, Ren, own Paradigm Winery in Oakville, CA, and they’ve had a front-row seat — and played a first-hand role — in the evolution of Napa Valley.TOPICS & TIMES:How I met Marilyn & her lifelong history in Napa (2:19)When did winemaking start in Napa? (11:33)Importance of 40-acre lots in Napa (17:03)Zinfandel (18:07)Napa & Cabernet Sauvignon (22:46)Cult Wines & Organic Grapes (24:59)Scale & Growth (27:28)Paradigm’s Paravines Red Wine & Rosé (29:00)Climate Change & Napa Wine (34:20)Pringles (38:22)Monday Morning Calls (40:13)The Business of Paradigm & Where to Find It (42:31)RELATED LINKSBlister Craft CollectiveBecome a BLISTER+ MemberSEE OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Bikes & Big IdeasOff The CouchGEAR:30Blister PodcastHappy Hour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.