SN8 | Ep345 - Lindsay Hoopes | Alpha Dog & Owner of Hoopes Vineyard

Our Special Guest today is Lindsay Hoopes, Owner of Hoopes Winery. Get to know this fascinating woman who's accomplishments include:* She has become one of the youngest and one of the few female winery leaders in all of Napa Valley. * She received her Masters of Law from Trinity college in Ireland* She spent many years as San Francisco’s Assistant District Attorney, she worked on high-profile cases, making headlines. *She has traveled to 72 countries and fluent in Spanish, Catalan, and Mandarin, it’s fair to say, Lindsay is the curious type. * Welcoming change, innovation and growth, Lindsay connected with famed vintner Anne Vawter to craft bold cabernets. * Combining her affinities for science, nature and fine wine, Lindsay strives to enrich local biodiversity and promote the health and longevity of Napa Valley’s farming community through regenerative agriculture and her dedication to the Save the Family Farms initiative. * Rescuing nearly 30 farm animals, her family’s vineyard is home to her husband, young son, new baby, two dogs and a herd of pigs, chickens, a turkey, goats and a donkey. Born and bred a wine enthusiast, Lindsay Hoopes grew up on a farm playing amidst the vineyards. Joining her father, Spencer Hoopes, during their daily walks along the vines, frequent conversations in the Hoopes household focused on growing cycles and brand strategy. Inspired by her Dad’s willingness to savor rather than hoard beloved wines, Lindsay embraces the belief that every day is a special occasion. Like life, Hoopes Wine is to be enjoyed. Influenced by her force of her Grandmother, Lindsay was taught to ask questions and challenge traditional roles. Inspired by her Dad’s willingness to savor rather than hoard beloved wines, Lindsay embraces the belief that every day is a special occasion. Like life, Hoopes Wine is to be enjoyed.https://www.hoopesvineyard.com