- This Premium Documentary Offers Unprecedented Access to Three Iconic Napa Valley Wineries During the High-Stakes 2025 Harvest Season
- Stem & Barrel: Napa Valley premieres June 6 on Discovery Channel in the United States, Australia, and New Zealand, Cooking Channel in the United States, and streams on discovery+ the same day.
June 1, 2026 — In partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery, Stem & Barrel: Napa Valley follows three renowned Napa Valley wineries through one of the most demanding and defining periods in winemaking — harvest season. Filmed across the 2025 vintage, the documentary offers rare behind-the-scenes access to Etude Wines, Beaulieu Vineyard, and Frank Family Vineyards as they navigate the pressures of leadership, legacy, innovation, and the relentless pace of harvest.
Set against the backdrop of Napa Valley’s world-renowned wine region, the documentary captures the emotional and physical realities of producing premium wine within a narrow and unforgiving harvest window, where every decision can shape an entire vintage.
At Etude Wines, Senior Winemaker Jon Priest leads the pursuit of exceptional Pinot Noir while mentoring a global team of interns through the intensity of harvest. At Beaulieu Vineyard, Senior Winemaker Nate Weis undertakes his first vintage of the legendary Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon as the historic estate undergoes a landmark renovation. At Frank Family Vineyards, Senior Winemaker Todd Graff, alongside Hospitality Director Liam Gearity and founders Rich and Leslie Frank, explores the intersection of winemaking, hospitality, and the guest experience that has become synonymous with Napa Valley.
From early mornings in the vineyard to late nights in the cellar, Stem & Barrel: Napa Valley reveals the precision, pressure, and craftsmanship behind one of the world’s most celebrated wine regions. The documentary also explores the broader evolution of Napa Valley as wineries balance tradition, sustainability, tourism, and generational legacy in an increasingly competitive global market.
“Stem & Barrel: Napa Valley is ultimately a story about people, pressure, and purpose,” said Jason Dundas, Executive Producer and Director of Dundas Media. “Whether in the vineyard, cellar, or tasting room, these wineries are navigating the challenge of honoring tradition while continuously evolving for the future.”
“In Napa Valley, you’re not just making wine – you’re carrying forward a legacy, mentoring the next generation, and shaping how people experience this place. This film captures the reality of that responsibility, and the decisions that define not just a vintage, but what comes next.” — Nate Weis, Senior Winemaker & General Manager, Beaulieu Vineyard.
Stem & Barrel: Napa Valley is produced by Dundas Media.
About Etude Wine
Founded in 1982, Etude has been dedicated to sustainably growing and hand-crafting wine in Carneros for over 40 years. This ethos remains unwavering as the winery continues to build upon its established legacy of exemplary Pinot Noir. Mindful of its role as a steward of the land, Etude operates with the goal to sustain a healthy environment through practices like regenerative farming, renewable energy, recycled water systems, and community investment. For more information, visit etudewines.com or follow @etudewines on Instagram.
About Beaulieu Vineyard
Established in Rutherford, Napa Valley, in 1900, Beaulieu Vineyard (BV) is one of the region’s most historic wineries and a foundational force in the development of California fine wine. Long regarded as a benchmark for Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, BV’s legacy has been shaped by the vision of founders Georges and Fernande de Latour and the lasting influence of legendary enologist André Tchelistcheff. Since its debut in 1940, Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon has remained one of the most collected American wines. For more information, visit bvwines.com or follow @bvwines on Instagram.
About Frank Family Vineyards
Frank Family Vineyards has been a cornerstone of Napa Valley for more than 30 years. Founded by former Disney Studios President Rich Frank and Emmy Award-winning journalist Leslie Frank, the winery is recognized for its balanced, high-quality wines and elevated hospitality experiences. The estate stewards 380 acres of sustainably farmed vineyards across Napa Valley, including the renowned Winston Hill Vineyard in Rutherford. For more information, visit frankfamilyvineyards.com or follow @FrankFamilyVineyards on social media.
