Napa Valley Noir Turns One
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Napa Valley Noir Turns One

Napa Valley Noir turns one! This first year has been filled with private tastings, vineyard lunches, brand partnerships, and even opening doors abroad. For clients from San Francisco to France, we curated seamless, unforgettable journeys. 🎥 Watch the video highlights from our unforgettable first year.

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10 Things I Learned in 10 Years in Napa Valley
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10 Things I Learned in 10 Years in Napa Valley

Celebrating 10 years in Napa Valley, Kelly E. Carter shares the life lessons, personal reinvention, and moments that defined her Wine Country journey. From harvest mornings to hidden backroads, this blog post reflects on a decade of growth, gratitude, and pouring into yourself.

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The Time Was Right: Thank You, Noël
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The Time Was Right: Thank You, Noël

After years of saying no, I finally said yes—and I’m honored to be featured in Forbes by Noël Burgess, who’s been patiently waiting to tell my story. From my introduction to wine to trailblazing journalist to founder of Napa Valley Noir, this piece is about timing, visibility, and opening doors in wine country for those who’ve long been overlooked.

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Thank You Essence
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Thank You Essence

I’m honored to be featured in Essence’s “The Disruptors” series for Women’s History Month, highlighting my journey from trailblazing journalist to founder of Napa Valley Noir. I launched NVN to create extraordinary wine country experiences—and to make space where people who look like me feel seen, welcomed, and celebrated. Noir is an acknowledgment, not a limitation. We curate exceptional experiences for everyone.

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