The Michelin Guide has long come to Napa Valley to critique its restaurants, but now, it’s officially coming for the wine.
On Friday, the restaurant and tire company announced it will unveil its first-ever Napa Valley selection of Michelin grapes — a new distinction for wine estates — on Apr. 23, 2027. Napa will be the third region, after Burgundy and Bordeaux, awarded grapes, which are intended to highlight “the finest wine producers around the world,” according to a press release.
“Napa Valley continues to be a leading wine region producing excellent wine on an international stage while driving cultural impact for the industry,” the release said. “The talent and expertise of the local winemakers and producers proves the destination worthy of its very first Michelin grapes selection.”…