Down to Earth depicts the seasonal rhythms of winegrape growing and winemaking in California through the lens of sustainable practices. With enlightening text and sumptuous images it highlights the challenges, decisions and tasks, as well as the beauty, that fills the winegrowing year. In Down to Earth, you'll meet fifteen California vintners and growers, representing thousands around the state, who care deeply about sustainability and have made it a meaningful part of their lives and their businesses. You'll also find a dozen delicious wine-centric recipes, timed to what s fresh in the garden, to prepare at home as you enjoy this seasonal tour of sustainable winegrowing in California. Profiles include Navarro Vineyards & Winery, Clos LaChance Winery, Gallo Family Vineyards, Sangiacomo Vineyards, Etude Wines, Honig Vineyard & Winery, Wente Vineyards, J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines, Bonterra Organic Vineyards, J Vineyards & Winery, Robert Mondavi Winery, Trinchero Family Estates, Delicato Family Vineyards, Ampelos Cellars, LangeTwins Winery & Vineyards.