Mark Herold - 'Uproar' Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Ever a student of life’s curiosities, Mark Herold entered the world of wine through a path as unique as his style of winemaking today. Growing up in Panama, a confluence of cultures and cuisines, Mark developed a love for food exploration and cooking. Initially seeking a culinary path in France, he settled on a domestic education.  Mark began working towards his Ph.D. in Ecology emphasizing the Nutritional Biochemistry of Aquaculture from UC Davis. It was one semester in grad school that would lead him to what would become one of his life’s greatest talents. His Biochemistry professor owned a vineyard in the Sierra Foothills and invited Mark to volunteer during harvest. Mark was immediately hooked. The perfect blend of art, science and culture. His curiosity along with his growing wine cellar led him to make his first barrel of wine in 1992. He quickly understood that winemaking and viticulture would be a career path perfect for exploring his passions. In 1996 Mark was hired as the Re