ROBERT G. MONDAVI DIES AT 94
FATHER AND FOUNDER OF THE AMERICAN FINE WINE INDUSTRY

Robert Mondavi of Napa Valley, the founder of the modern US fine wine industry and a global symbol of American wine and food, died May 16. He was 94. The Mondavi family stated that the legendary vintner died peacefully at his home in Napa Valley. For the full text of his obituary, biography, lifetime achievements and a list of his quotes, please click here.