Reflections of a Vintner: Stories and Seasonal Wisdom from a Lifetime in Napa Valley
Tor Kenward
Dec 2022 · Tantor Media Inc · Narrated by Steve Marvel
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Reflections of a Vintner recounts the lessons learned, relationships forged, and observations made from an insider's nearly fifty-year journey through the burgeoning wine industry in Napa Valley. From the mid-seventies, when there were less than fifty wineries, to the present, with over eight hundred, Tor Kenward shares his recollections as the region became a world-class wine destination. In addition to the wine knowledge Kenward imparts, the vintner shares stories of his friendships with legends of the modern American food and wine scene, including Julia Child, Andre Tchelistcheff, Andy Beckstoffer, and Robert Mondavi, among others. In the October 2021 Judgment of Napa, TOR Cabernet was judged to be #1, outscoring legendary Bordeaux châteaux, Napa Valley, and international peers by leading critics and sommeliers. TOR wines, coveted by connoisseurs worldwide, received seven perfect 100-point ratings from leading critics for their 2018 Napa Valley wines. With Kenward's impressive connection to Napa Valley and his legacy of creating inimitable wines, Reflections of a Vintner offers entertaining insights into an often intimidating and complex but highly enjoyable world.
About the author
Tor Kenward is considered an industry icon after almost half a century in Napa Valley's wine industry. From 1977 to 2001 he was instrumental in shaping Beringer Vineyard's Private Reserve programs; was mentored by notable winemakers; and built wine and food programs with the help of Julia Child and Madeleine Kamman.
A multiple Voice Arts Award nominee, Steve Marvel received his classical theater training at Northwestern University and continues to work in theater, film, and television. His voice-over work includes video games for Mattel, Sony, and Activision, in addition to eLearning projects.
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