Napa Valley, California
Continuum Estate, the winery on Pritchard Hill founded by Tim and Marcia Mondavi and their family, is proud to announce the opening of its newly completed Estate House. This milestone marks the culmination of a vision multi-generations in the making, and now two decades into the life of Continuum, it represents a significant investment in the future of wine as an integral part of American cultural life.
The opening coincides with Tim Mondavi's 50th vintage in winemaking for his family, the 2023 Continuum (now available), underscoring the family's unique place in the history of wine in the United States. For the Mondavi family, with four generations and over 100 years in wine, this moment is more than just the completion of a property; it is a statement of purpose.
“My grandfather dedicated his life to promoting wine as a civilizing influence, believing it deserves a place at the American table alongside great food and good company, which he often referred to as the gracious way of life,” said Carissa Mondavi, a fourth-generation partner at Continuum. “This estate, along with the hospitality provided by our family and team, continues and enhances that mission in a really personal and intimate way. We are now better positioned to invite people to fully immerse themselves in the enduring cultural significance of wine and its essential role in bringing people together for a meal. It reflects our way of life and our connection to nature.”
"The completed Estate House represents a quiet celebration of Napa Valley, where architecture, landscape, interior design, and hospitality come together to honor the craft of winemaking and over a 100-year Mondavi journey in wine," said Silvia Nobili, partner, Nobili Marqués Arquitectura.
An Investment in Wine’s Place at the American Table
The Mondavi name is synonymous with the rise of American wine. It was Cesare Mondavi who first brought the family to California, with Rosa setting the standard for family meals, and Robert dedicating decades to advocating for Napa Valley's recognition as one of the world’s great wine regions. This advocacy went beyond business; it was cultural, reflecting the belief that wine enriches life and should be at the heart of our dining experiences, gatherings, and celebrations.
Continuum Estate embodies the next generation's belief that wine is worth exploring in depth and experiencing in its place of origin. The investment in this property—its vineyards, winery, caves, and now hospitality—reflects the idea that wine should be appreciated and passed down through generations. In 2005, Tim, Marcia, and family began building Continuum from the ground up, following their vision for a site capable of producing wines recognized as among the finest in the world. The completed Estate House serves as a space for the family to share this belief with others.
A Family Legacy, Fully Expressed
Throughout the Estate House, personal touches and family heritage are evident in every detail. In addition to “Light of the Vine,” five other original acrylic paintings on canvas by Chiara are placed throughout the space, including the “Cover Crop” triptych in The Valley Room, and a 6-panel piece on the main wall of The Vineyard Room, titled “Ambient Color Field: A Pollinators Perspective.” The estate’s commercial kitchen reflects the Italian-American dining culture that has shaped the Mondavi family for generations and will be led by the family’s longtime chef Sarah Scott. From the property, guests can enjoy a sweeping view of Napa Valley from the San Pablo Bay to Mount Saint Helena, serving as a quiet reminder of the family’s journey to Continuum.
“With each of our now four generations, we have been able to take the art of food and wine to an ever higher level,” said Tim Mondavi. “Continuum represents a clarity of focus that would not have been possible without everything that came before, and everything that will follow.”
The Estate Cave
The opening of the Estate House is accompanied by the long-anticipated cave on the estate, which was also designed by Nobili Marques Arquitectura and connects to the original winery designed by Howard Backen. Spanning 12,170 square feet and carved from the hard volcanic lava-flow rock of Pritchard Hill, the cave will provide the ideal environment for Continuum’s wines to age naturally within the mountain that produced them. Together, the Estate House and the cave will fully realize the vision of Continuum Estate. Continuum’s Estate House is open to guests by appointment seven days a week. For more information, to make a reservation or to purchase wine, visit continuumestate.com.
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ABOUT CONTINUUM
Continuum is a family-owned winery with a history of over 100 years of winemaking in America. Established in 2005 by Tim and Marcia Mondavi and their family, the winery is located on Pritchard Hill in Napa Valley. Continuum produces two estate wines, Continuum and Novicium, from organically farmed vineyards on one of Napa Valley's most distinctive elevated sites. The 2023 vintage celebrated Tim Mondavi's 50th year of winemaking for the family. Guests are invited to experience the estate firsthand at the newly completed Estate House, where tastings offer an intimate immersion in the vineyards, wines, and multigenerational story of the Mondavi family. For more information, to plan a visit or purchase wine, visit continuumestate.com.
ABOUT NOBILI MARQUÉS ARQUITECTURA
Founded in 2021 by partners Silvia Nobili and Marta Alabau Marqués, Nobili Marqués Arquitectura is a California-based firm specializing in custom high-end residences, wineries, and hospitality spaces. Bringing more than 40 years of combined experience in the United States and a European sensibility to each project, the firm creates architecture that thoughtfully connects site, structure, and landscape. Through a collaborative process grounded in design excellence, resiliency, and sustainability, the studio delivers highly tailored environments that enrich the experience of those who inhabit them. For more information, visit nobilimarques.com.
ABOUT KATIE MARTINEZ DESIGN
Katie Martinez Design has been creating residential and hospitality interiors across the country since 2013. KMD honors the history and architecture of a space while layering in design elements that feel authentic and timeless. The firm collaborates closely with architects, builders, and craftspeople to realize each client's vision, creating spaces that are equally striking and livable. KMD Interiors has been featured in Architectural Digest, The New York Times, and other leading publications. For more information, visit katiemartinezdesign.com.
ABOUT GRASSI & ASSOCIATES
Grassi & Associates was founded by Mark Grassi in 1989. They have been privileged to work with world-class architects and the most discerning of clients. Prizing craftsmanship as builders, who are also artists, and shunning the formulaic in favor of the innovative. Grassi & Associates has been building custom estates and select commercial projects in the Napa and Sonoma valleys for over three decades. Recently expanded to open an office in Park City, Utah. Whether we work in the Golden State, a Silver Rush city, or the Mountain West, the building process should be as custom as the home our clients entrust us to build.
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