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Brown Estate
Founded by Deneen Brown · Napa, CA
The Story
Brown Estate was founded in 1996 by siblings Deneen, David, and Coral Brown, becoming the first Black-owned estate winery in Napa Valley. The family's property in the eastern hills of Napa Valley produces acclaimed wines, with their Zinfandel earning particular recognition. Brown Estate represents a milestone in the history of Black ownership in American winemaking.
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Deneen Brown
Founder
Deneen Brown, along with her siblings David and Coral, founded Brown Estate — the first Black-owned estate winery in Napa Valley. The Brown family has built a reputation for producing exceptional wines, particularly their acclaimed Zinfandel, from their estate vineyards in the eastern hills of Napa Valley.