Latinx State of the Industry Summit
The LatinX Wine Summit focusing on Somos Visibles: Unheard Voices en Vino will be held on December 1, 2022, in Napa, California, in a hybrid format, with both in-person and virtual participation.
The one-day summit serves as an educational vehicle to share the impact of the Hispanic and LatinX contributions to the wine industry, and amplify leaders ensuring inclusion in the world’s oldest industry.
Through a series of panels, networking, special guest speakers, and tastings, attendees will have the opportunity to learn, support, and connect with the ever-growing LatinX wine community of producers, entrepreneurs, and wine experts.
Voices of the Vineyard
A panel discussion on Labor Rights, Vineyard Management, supporting farmworker's advocacy, and resources. Featuring Amelia Ceja of Ceja Vineyards; Sam Parra of Parra Wine Co.; and Irineo Hernandez Barron of Sonoma Vineyards
Allyship and Advocacy
1:1 conversation with Gabriela Pilar Fontanesi on the importance of allyship for voices of the vineyard.
Marketing for Hispanic Consumers
A panel discussion featuring leading digital content creators as well as marketing/PR executives providing insights on LatinX wine consumers. Featuring Martin Reyes of Reyes Wines; Alex Schrecengost of Virtual With Us; and Shitty Wine Memes
1:1 with Winemaker Chris Rivera
An intimate discussion with Chris Rivera winemaker and vineyard owner of Seis Soles Wine Co., led by Gabriela Fernandez of KVON’s The Big Sip.
Disruptors Shaping the Future of Wine
A panel spotlighting Hispanic and LatinX innovators, from all areas of the wine industry, from producers to retailers, distributors, and hospitality professionals. Featuring Darwin Acosta of Co-Fermented/Burgess Cellars; Pedro Rodriguez of Grand Cata; and Marquita Levy of Volcanic Selections
“Vino, enséñame el arte de ver mi propia historia, como si esta ya fuera ceniza en la memoria”
— Jorge Luis Borges (Argentina)