Mondavi honored by Congress

By DAVID RYAN
Register City Editor

Rep. Mike Thompson, D-St. Helena, introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives honoring Robert Mondavi for his wine industry work.

Resolution 365 detailed Mondavi’s accomplishments, including introducing new techniques for wine production and helping to successfully market the Napa Valley as a world class wine destination.

“Mr. Mondavi’s pursuit of excellence and passion for winemaking could be found in every sip of a Robert Mondavi vintage,” Thompson said in a statement. “Through innovation and determination, he redefined American wines and influenced the growth and prosperity of one of our nation’s most important industries. Robert Mondavi’s leadership is irreplaceable.”

 Senators Barbara Boxer, D-Calif., and Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., introduced a companion measure in that the Senate passed.

 “To me and many others, he was best known — and loved — as a dear friend, a pillar of the community and a much-admired philanthropist,” Thompson said. “I was fortunate to know Mr. Mondavi my whole life. I grew up with his children and I later worked with him on issues important to the wine community. Of all his accomplishments, it was his commitment to our community that I found most inspiring. Mr. Mondavi’s legacy can be found throughout the world, but it is most treasured at home.”

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