Episode 75: Grapes & Debates | SoNapa Grille | Ghost Block Winery & Napa’s Legacy with Andrew Hoxsey

In Episode 75 of Grapes & Debates, SoNapa Grille owners Adam Barringer, Chris Botting, and Joe Bates are joined by Emily Dunbar, Director of Marketing for SoNapa, along with special guest Andrew Hoxsey, owner of Ghost Block Winery in Napa Valley. Together, they uncork the rich history of the Pelissa family, who have been farming Napa Valley land for more than 120 years, and dive into the story behind Ghost Block’s celebrated wines. Andrew also shares the influential role his grandfather, Andrew Pelissa, played in the creation of the Napa Valley Agricultural Preserve, which helped protect the region’s vineyards and heritage for generations to come. As the group tastes through Ghost Block wines, they explore the connection between Napa’s farming traditions, family legacy, and the modern wine industry. This episode blends wine education, Napa Valley history, and insider perspectives from one of the region’s most iconic winery families. 👉 Perfect for: wine lovers, Napa Valley enthusiasts, sommeliers, hospitality professionals, and anyone interested in the story of how family, farming, and preservation shaped one of the world’s most famous wine regions. 🔔 Subscribe to Grapes & Debates for weekly wine tastings, winemaker interviews, and honest debates about the wine and restaurant world.