Cinco de Mayo (May 5)

Commemorates Mexican Heritage

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Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.  It is primarily a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride, particularly in the U.S..

 

Historians note that the victory prevented France from aiding the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War, potentially altering U.S. history.

 

The holiday gained popularity in the 1960s and 70s via the Chicano movement and has been celebrated since 1863 as a form of resistance and cultural solidarity.

 

Mexican Americans have been the backbone of the U.S. wine industry for over a century, evolving from a primary labor force to influential winery owners and award-winning winemakers.

 

Leveraging their intimate knowledge of grape cultivation, many Mexican Americans transitioned from laborers to master viticulturists and vineyard managers, overseeing hundreds of acres for prestigious estates.

 

Notable Families include:

 

Robledo Family Winery: Reynaldo Robledo became the first former migrant worker in North America to own a winery.

 

Ceja Vineyards: A prominent family-owned estate in Napa and Sonoma known for promoting Mexican culture alongside premium wines.

 

Mi Sueño Winery: Founded by Rolando Herrera, whose wines have been served at White House state dinners.

 

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