[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 94 (Tuesday, June 3, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E498]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING OSCAR RENTERIA

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 3, 2025

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Oscar 
Renteria on his selection by the Napa Valley Grapegrowers as the 2025 
Napa Valley Grower of the Year. This award recognizes Mr. Renteria's 
steadfast commitment to sustainable farming, agricultural preservation, 
and community leadership, all of which have left a lasting impact on 
our Napa Valley grapegrowing community.
  Born in St. Helena, Mr. Renteria graduated from St. Mary's College in 
1989 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. 
Shortly after graduation, he joined his family's business, Renteria 
Vineyard Management, founded two year's earlier by his father Salvador 
Renteria, a respected vineyard worker who became a leading entrepreneur 
in our Napa Valley. While Mr. Renteria originally focused on 
administrative work, he quickly became engaged in the hands-on aspects 
of viticulture. By 1993 he had assumed proprietorship of the business, 
working directly with the company's prestigious clients.
  In 1995, following his father's retirement, Mr. Renteria was named 
President of Renteria Vineyard Management. Under Mr. Renteria's 
leadership the company has grown to become one of the largest and most 
trusted vineyard management firms in the North Bay, with the company 
managing over 2,200 vineyard acres, nearly 80 full time employees, and 
400 seasonal workers. In 1997, Mr. Renteria founded the Renteria 
family's wine brand, Tres Perlas Wines, a boutique wine label producing 
limited-production wines.
  As President of Renteria Vineyard Management, and owner of Tres 
Perlas Wines, Mr. Renteria has championed environmentally responsible 
farming practices that elevate our Napa Valley's global reputation for 
premium viticulure. Mr. Renteria has committed his companies to 
environmental stewardship by utilizing the latest innovations in 
equipment, tools, software, fruit analysis, imaging, and data analysis. 
These resources enable precision farming and help his team respond 
effectively to the increasing challenges posed by climate change.
  Mr. Renteria is also dedicated to supporting the farmworkers who work 
alongside him through leadership development, education, and legal 
assistance. Through his company's Farmworker Concierge Service, 
Renteria Vineyard Management offers services such as driver's license 
assistance, document translation, housing support, citizenship 
guidance, notary services, English literacy classes, and high school 
scholarships for employees.
  Mr. Renteria's leadership extends into community and philanthropic 
work. He currently serves on the boards of the Napa Valley 
Grapegrowers, the Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation, and the St. Helena 
Hospital Foundation. His previous service includes roles with the Napa 
Valley Community Foundation and serving on the Board of Trustees of his 
alma mater, Justin-Siena High School. Mr. Renteria has also made 
significant contributions to nonprofit organizations that support 
educational opportunities for farmworker's and their families. His 
philanthropy has benefited institutions such as the Blue Oak School and 
the Napa Valley Community Foundation, empowering underserved 
communities and creating lasting opportunities for advancement and 
growth.
  Outside of the wine community, Mr. Renteria is husband to Denise 
Renteria, and they are the proud parents of three daughters Isabella, 
Mia, and Gabriella. He is widely appreciated for his sense of humor, 
strong personal values, and wholehearted commitment to both his family 
and his work.
  Mr. Speaker, Mr. Renteria is a community member we should all strive 
to be. His passion for viticulture and dedication to his grape growing 
community make him deserving of the 2025 Napa Valley Grower of the 
Year. It is therefor fitting and proper that we honor Oscar Renteria 
here today.

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