The Napa Business Lawsuit Is a Biggest Loss in California

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The lawsuit also speaks to concerns about the business climate in one of the world's most famed wine regions. Napa has become emblematic of broader concerns about California, which is famous for overregulation and creating an atmosphere that's less friendly to business. "You hear quieter grumblings from a lot of different people," says John Sutter.

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