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publisher’s note With Thomas Bartlett and Margrit Mondavi photo by ART & CLARITY Over the years as publisher of Napa Valley Life I have had the honor of interviewing the iconic Woman of Wine, Margrit Mondavi, a number of times, but being able to get an up-close-and-personal glimpse into her private home was a wonderful experience. To make it even more special, we were able share the moment with her long-time friend, and internationally acclaimed interior designer, Thomas Bartlett. I have become a fan of both, and what is so inspirational is their attitudes and gracious approach to life. Both Thomas and Margrit only have nice things to say about people, and there is a personal charge when one is in the presence of either of them. People often ask me how I have so much energy? All I can wish is that I had the same energy that both Margrit and Thomas have. May and June is a transition from spring to summer and that means fun activities are back, including the annual Auction Napa Valley. In addition, BottleRock Napa Valley is back in full force for a second year. Downtown Napa continues its renaissance with the opening of the new City Winery at the Napa Valley Opera House. We toured the then-underconstruction site in March and chatted it up with owner Michael Dorf about a new kind of experience that is now here in the Napa Valley, which is a winwin for Napa and the struggling Napa Valley Opera House. I am personally encouraged by the initial line-up of entertainers and the concept of tap wine. What is that? Read about it on page 24. The Napa Valley Vintners and Visit Napa Valley recently pledged $5 million to the Napa Valley Vine Trail. As a huge hiker, I’m excited about the new 47-mile trail being constructed from Calistoga to the Baylink ferry terminal in Vallejo. Look for continued updates and stories about hiking, biking and recreating in the Valley in future issues of Napa Valley Life. MAY / J U N E 2 0 1 4 9 Enjoy!!! Your Publisher


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