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Grape Vines for Sale in Auburn: Mourvedre, Barbera and Viognier

Grape Vines for Sale in Auburn, being sold by SHW member Louis RegoLouis writes – All are self rooted vines. Five gallon container $4.00 for each plant:Mourvèdre  3 eachBarbera  2 each – about 6+ tall One gallon Container $2.00 for each plant:Viognier  2 each about 3 ft tall Thank youLouis Rego530-878-8770 or this email oovines@yahoo.comCan send pictures…

Grapes for Sale: Grenache Noir, Barbera, Viognier, Cabernet Franc – Knightsen, Contra Costa AVA

The Corteza Vineyards is located in the Contra Costa American Viticultural Area (AVA). Contra Costa AVA is known for its deep, free-draining, sandy soils and unique microclimate. Grown in the historic sandy soils of Contra Costa County using organic farming practices. We currently have Grenache Noir from 35-year-old dry-farmed vines cultivated using organic practices. Deep-rooted…

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Aaron Larson Presentation Slides

Aaron Larson, PhD, winemaker and co-owner of Raven’s Reach Winery (Sutter Creek, CA), gave a presentation to SHW members, on blending common and lesser-known varietals. Aaron has graciously shared his presentation with us for use as a reference for blending and includes a list of unusual varietals grown in California. The techniques he uses, and…

Grapes for Sale: Cab Sauv, Malbec, Temp, Petit Verdot, Tannat – Great Bear Vineyards, Davis

Jenny and Marcus Meadows-Smith of Great Bear Vineyards in Davis write: It is a magical time of year – the vines are lush, the fruit has set beautifully, and the promise of another exceptional vintage is in the air. The season is a little early and we have already completed our first shoot thin to improve fruit…

2026 SHW Jubilee Wine Competition Results

This year 148 wines were entered in the SHW Jubilee wine competition, the work of 44 individual winemakers or teams. Entries covered 20 different classifications from Albariño through Zinfandel. All entrants received written comments providing feedback about their wines. Congratulations one and all on your achievements. Click here to view the awards sorted by winemaker….