{"product_id":"an-evening-with-steve-matthiasson-the-future-of-california-farming","title":"AN EVENING WITH STEVE MATTHIASSON | The Future of California Farming","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 760px; margin: 0 auto; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #111111; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Header --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; padding: 10px 0 18px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; border: 2px solid #111111; padding: 10px 16px; margin-bottom: 18px; font-weight: 800; font-size: 26px; line-height: 1.05; letter-spacing: 0.02em;\"\u003eMON\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 20px;\"\u003e04\/06\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eModerated Panel \u0026amp; Tasting Event\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 38px; line-height: 1.05; font-weight: 800; letter-spacing: 0.01em; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eMatthiasson Wines\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 26px; line-height: 1.2; font-weight: 800; text-transform: uppercase; margin-top: 18px;\"\u003eAn Evening with Steve Matthiasson\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 18px; letter-spacing: 0.06em; text-transform: uppercase; margin-top: 6px;\"\u003eThe Future of California Farming\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Event Details --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 24px 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display: inline-block; min-width: 80px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eWhen\u003c\/strong\u003e Monday, April 6 | Doors Open @ 5:30\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"display: inline-block; min-width: 80px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eWhere\u003c\/strong\u003e The Mercantile Library | 11th Floor\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"display: inline-block; min-width: 80px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eWhat\u003c\/strong\u003e Panel Discussion with Steve \u0026amp; Kevin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; min-width: 80px;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting of 9 Wines Following Panel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; min-width: 80px;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSnacks by Bakersfield\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Intro --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 0 8px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 22px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: 800; margin: 0 0 18px 0;\"\u003eA conversation and tasting with one of Napa Valley’s most influential farmers and winemakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 16px 0;\"\u003eJoin us for a rare evening of conversation, insight, and exceptional wine as we explore the future of California farming through the perspective of one of Napa Valley’s most respected growers and winemakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 16px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteve Matthiasson has become one of the most important voices in modern California wine.\u003c\/strong\u003e Known for his deep commitment to responsible farming, biodiversity, and vineyard stewardship, Steve’s work has helped redefine what thoughtful agriculture looks like in Napa Valley today. His wines are celebrated for their balance, restraint, and transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 16px 0;\"\u003eSteve was named \u003cstrong\u003eSan Francisco Chronicle Winemaker of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e, and his farming work has earned recognition throughout the wine world for championing sustainable and regenerative vineyard practices long before they became industry buzzwords.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 16px 0;\"\u003eFor many years \u003cstrong\u003eHart \u0026amp; Cru has proudly supported Steve’s wines\u003c\/strong\u003e, sharing them with our community and celebrating the integrity behind his farming and winemaking. Steve is also a friend of Kevin and the Hart \u0026amp; Cru team, making this evening feel less like a formal lecture and more like an intimate conversation with one of California’s most thoughtful producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Event Box --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #222222; padding: 24px 24px 20px 24px; margin: 26px 0 28px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 800; text-transform: uppercase; margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003eThe Event\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 16px 0;\"\u003eIn this seminar-style event, \u003cstrong\u003eSteve Matthiasson will join Kevin Hart of Hart \u0026amp; Cru\u003c\/strong\u003e for a live conversation about the evolving challenges and opportunities facing California agriculture and wine today. Topics will range from climate change and sustainable farming to shifting consumer habits and the long term future of California vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eFollowing the discussion, guests will enjoy \u003cstrong\u003ea guided tasting of nine Matthiasson wines\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a deeper look at how farming decisions translate directly into what we taste in the glass. This evening is designed for curious drinkers, wine lovers, and anyone interested in the future of food, farming, and California wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Speakers --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top: 1px solid #d9d9d9; padding-top: 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 800; text-transform: uppercase; margin-bottom: 24px;\"\u003eThe Speakers\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Steve --\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 24px;\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 210px; vertical-align: top; padding: 0 18px 0 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; width: 210px; height: 210px; object-fit: cover;\" alt=\"Steve Matthiasson\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/files\/Matthiasson_Steve_jpg.webp?v=1773075343\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: 800; text-transform: uppercase; line-height: 1.1; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eSteve Matthiasson\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eSteve is regarded as one of the leading voices shaping modern California viticulture, championing responsible farming, biodiversity, and thoughtful vineyard stewardship. A James Beard Award winner and San Francisco Chronicle Winemaker of the Year, he has also influenced many of California’s top wineries through his work as a vineyard consultant, promoting sustainable and regenerative practices.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- Kevin --\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 24px;\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 210px; vertical-align: top; padding: 0 18px 0 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; width: 210px; height: 210px; object-fit: cover;\" alt=\"Kevin Hart\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/files\/H_C_042924_0665_82b5c2a6-613d-40e1-9f78-41399f3faff2.jpg?v=1773075363\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: 800; text-transform: uppercase; line-height: 1.1; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eKevin Hart\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eKevin is founder of HART \u0026amp; CRU. With roots in Cincinnati’s top restaurants and deep ties to global producers, he brings a thoughtful, curated approach to wine, blending education, experience and most importantly, hospitality. He’s a long-time friend of Mercantile Library.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- Valerie --\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 8px;\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 210px; vertical-align: top; padding: 0 18px 0 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; width: 210px; height: 210px; object-fit: cover;\" alt=\"Valerie Jacobs\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/files\/ValPostit-2.jpg?v=1773075308\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: 800; text-transform: uppercase; line-height: 1.1; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eValerie Jacobs \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMODERATING\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eValerie Jacobs is a futurist and founder of Valerie Jacobs Futures, helping organizations anticipate cultural and market shifts. She has also spent nearly two decades as a leader at a global design agency and is a longtime University of Cincinnati instructor. Through her work, she guides leaders and brands to navigate uncertainty, unlock innovation, and make smarter decisions about what comes next.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Wines --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top: 1px solid #d9d9d9; margin-top: 28px; padding-top: 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eThe Wines of\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 30px; font-weight: 800; line-height: 1.05; text-transform: uppercase; margin-bottom: 24px;\"\u003eMatthiasson\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #444444; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eArrival\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 800; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eEstate Rosé \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e2025\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 14px; 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