We still have a few shifts needing volunteers. The Home Winemaking booth is indoors and air conditioned. When you volunteer for the Home Winemaking Booth at the State Fair, you will receive: This year, the State Fair’s run is from July 17- August 2. Please check your calendars to see if you can fill one…
There is still time to sign up and join us for the Clos du Lac Vineyard talk and walk, June 18 (Thursday), near Folsom Lake. Clos du Lac (CDL) is a gated community surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and interconnected lakes, modeled after the southern France region. The talk/walk, led by Brian Belmont the vineyard committee…
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…
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…
The date is fast approaching. Save your spot for Saturday, June 6th from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon at InAlliance to sharpen your winemaking knowledge and expertise. Pat Henderson, Chief winemaker at Kenwood, educator, and respected wine consultant, will be joining us for the first of a two-part series focusing on the critical steps in winemaking,…
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…
