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Grapes for Sale: Sangiovese, Barbera, Viognier, Cabernet Franc – Fair Play, El Dorado County

The Chaney Family Winery is located in the Fair Play American Viticultural Area (AVA). Fair Play AVA is known for its deep, moderately to well drained, granitic soils that encompasses 33 sq miles. It is a beautiful area with topography of rolling hills between 2,000 to 3,000 feet above sea level. You can pick your…

A Message From Donna Bettencourt: The Passing of Gin Yang-Staehlin

From Donna Bettencourt: It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Gin Yang on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. As a member of the Sacramento Home Winemakers (SHW) since 2005, I am certain in saying that Gin has been pivotal in leading our club to becoming what I believe is the greatest home…

May 20th Meeting – Winemaking with Emerging and Lesser Known Varietals with a Focus on Blending

Please join us on May 20th, 2026, as we welcome Aaron Lawson, PhD., winemaker at Raven’s Reach Winery of Sutter Creek, CA (Amador County). Aaron will be presenting on the topic of wine blending techniques, with a focus on lesser-known varietals. Members will have the opportunity to taste a couple of the individual varietals, and…

Need Pourers & SHW Representatives for Woodland Winefest

Sacramento Home Winemakers has been invited to participate in Woodland Winefest on May 16, 2026! The wines have been collected, boxed up and are ready to share with attendees. Byron is looking for two available club members to transport the wine to Woodland Winefest and represent Sacramento Home Winemakers by sharing information and providing tastings….