About Deals Drama Drive: Michael Mondavi and the making Napa Valley

MICHAEL MONDAVI was born with the scent of wine in his nostrils. When he was barely into his twenties he was cast in the role of the man who would translate his father’s grandiose ideas into reality. One of those ideas was Robert Mondavi Winery, which Robert, Michael and his brother, Tim, turned into a global empire that brought them fame and incredible wealth.

This is the story of the man who helped build the winery that would propel Napa Valley onto the world stage. California expert Adam Lechmere follows Michael’s progress, from early days dealing with cigar-chewing whisky distributors to forging alliances with the great families of Bordeaux and Tuscany.

It is also about the challenges of being the eldest son of a man whose drive to conquer the wine world took a toll on his children.

Michael speaks frankly about the complexity of his feelings toward his parents, especially the father whom he admired but never managed to love. He relives the drama of his family’s final days in charge of their company; and he looks with clear eyes at his leadership of Folio Fine Wine Partners, the mistakes made and the lessons learned.

This is a story of discipline, triumph and loss – and at its heart, one man and his role in the creation of a great American wine business.

• Weight 0.85 kg
• Dimensions 152 x 229 mm