The Gentleman Farmer: Inside Napa Valley: Ambition, Legacy and Harvest of Dreams (Napa Valley Fiction) Paperback – January 7, 2026

The Gentleman Farmer is a roman a clef offering a rare, insider glimpse into Napa Valley over the last twenty-five years. Threaded throughout the novel is a vibrant cast of some of Napa Valley’s most recognizable winemakers, consultants, vintners, patrons, and power brokers—many inspired by real figures and places that have shaped the valley.For readers in the know, the pleasure lies in uncovering real-world counterparts as these intersecting lives quietly influence the fate of the protagonists. For those discovering Napa for the first time, the novel reveals how the valley truly works—its people, its ambitions, and its unwritten rules.At its center are three men bound by the same dream of creating a world-class winery: a billionaire determined to leave his mark, a third-generation farmer fighting to save his land, and a young French-born winemaker driven by craft and conviction. Their paths collide as long-buried secrets surface and a love story emerges that may shift the balance of power.A story of rivalry, financial turmoil, sweat, and perseverance, The Gentleman Farmer offers an intimate journey into the inner workings, hidden tensions, and daily magic of Napa wine country.Only one of these protagonists will emerge as the true Gentleman Farmer. Read more