Over 4th of July weekend in 1993, Napa Valley’s iconic Frank Family Vineyards first opened their winery doors. What initially began as a hobby for Founder Rich Frank, has not only grown into a successful business, but a premier Napa Valley destination. Rich started vacationing in Napa Valley while he presided over the motion picture and television production at Disney Studios in the late 1980s. He quickly fell in love with the beauty of Napa Valley and purchased a charming 1930s Tudor-style home built on a hillside vineyard in the heart of Rutherford. This coveted piece of land would later become Winston Hill, the vineyard where Frank Family’s story began, inspiring Rich’s purchase of the historic Larkmead Winery and eventually, more than 380 acres of some of the finest vineyards throughout Napa Valley.

As founders, Rich and his wife, Leslie, an Emmy Award-winning broadcast news journalist, were the original visionaries of Frank Family Vineyards. Their winemaker for the past 20 years, Todd Graff, has been along for the ride as well, and he’s played a critical role in making the Frank’s vision a reality by crafting elegant and balanced wines vintage after vintage.

With three decades of world-class winemaking and award-winning hospitality under their belts, Frank Family Vineyards plans to celebrate their loyal members and guests all 2023. “Our friends and fans are truly the ones who helped build this winery and for that we want to dedicate our 30th anniversary to them,” says Founder Leslie Frank. “This year is our chance to say, ‘thank you.’”

From founder-hosted wine dinners across the country to 1,000 bottles of a commemorative 30th anniversary sparkling cuvée, Frank Family Vineyards has thought of everything to help fans celebrate this incredible milestone with them.

A SPARKLING ANNIVERSARY

To honor its 30th anniversary, Frank Family Vineyards crafted a late disgorged sparkling rosé to commemorate the journey that began with Founders Rich and Leslie Frank three decades ago. Named, Lady Edythe, in honor of their matriarch, Edythe Frank, this wine is worthy to be classified as a tête de cuvée, essentially the best of their best; and with only 1,000 bottles produced for this special occasion, this wine is all the more precious and rare.
The Frank Family Lady Edythe Brut Rosé comes from the standout 2015 vintage and is a tribute to the winery’s sparkling wine legacy dating back to the late 1950s when their historic property was home to one of California’s earliest sparkling wine producers, Hanns Kornell Champagne Cellars. Decades later, Frank Family continues to honor the heritage of their iconic winery by handcrafting sparkling wines according to the méthode champenoise.
This commemorative bottle will be released at Frank Family’s 30th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, July 1 and made available online and in the tasting room soon after.

For event tickets and wine release details, visit FrankFamilyVineyards.com.

WINE DINNER SERIES

Some of the country’s best restaurants are lined up for a series of exquisite wine dinners, which is fitting since Frank Family is one of the most popular wines in high-end restaurants. The series kicks off in July with an epic celebration at the Napa Valley-based winery featuring live music, delicious food, and Frank Family’s finest wines. Rich and Leslie Frank then head on the road this summer to host guests in the Hamptons and New York City before wrapping up with an elegant cocktail party in Las Vegas this fall. Visit FrankFamilyVineyards.com/Events for the complete event series dates and details.

Frank Family Brut Rosé Ice Pops

Ingredients - Ice Pops
•  1 cup strawberries, sliced            
•  1 bottle Frank Family Brut Rosé
•  2 ounces lime simple syrup

Optional: Sliced lemon, lime, or raspberries to play up the mouthwatering notes of the Frank Family Brut Rosé

Method - Ice Pops
Combine Brut Rosé and lime simple syrup in a large pitcher or squeeze bottle.
Divide the mixture between 10 (2.5 ounce) popsicle molds and place on a flat surface in the freezer for
one hour.
Use a popsicle stick to break up any frozen chunks and push sliced strawberries, or other preferred garnishes, into the mixture. Gently tap the molds on the countertop to remove any air bubbles. Insert the popsicle sticks, and freeze for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
Carefully unmold and enjoy on its own or place a pop in a glass of Brut Rosé for an even more refreshing summertime treat!

Ingredients - Lime Simple Syrup
•  1 cup sugar
•  1 tablespoon lime zest
•  ½ cup fresh lime juice

Method - Lime Simple Syrup
In a small pot, bring ½ cup of water to a boil, then add 1 cup of sugar.
Stir constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved, approximately 3 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in lime zest and lime juice.  Cover and chill for 1 hour.