SHW’s November meeting is also known as the Annual Meeting when official Club business is conducted such as changes in the Club’s By-laws and the election of the incoming year’s executive board. The Board of Directors (BOD), composed of the 4 immediate past presidents, the current president, and historian (ex officio) is also the Club’s…
The Club has been invited to pour members’ wines at UC Davis’ annual TASTE fundraising event supporting the Robert Mondavi Institute. The event showcases excellent wines made by SHW members including fruit and fortified wines. If you would like to donate a couple bottles of your wine to represent SHW. we will be pleased to…
We’re hearing that while this summer’s intense heat may have slowed the berries from ripening, growers are predicting that harvest will be on track. Time to get the cellar and crews ready. SHW Winemaking Equipment Rental Program The Club has larger pieces of wine making equipment available for members to rent including destemmer-crushers, basket presses,…
The Placer County Wine and Grape Association (PCWGA) invites all to their annual visit with the Placer County Coop Extension Farm Advisor. The Extension staff will be sharing the latest info on vineyard management practices and current regional issues. More info at this link. When: July 10, 7pm. Social begins at 6:30 Where: Cante ao…
Are your fruit trees and berry plants overproducing? There’s still room in the July 20 Fruit Winemaking Workshop. Instructor Judy Pinegar makes wine out of just about any fruit she can get her hands on. Not only does Judy make delicious grape wines but her olallieberry and jalapeño pepper wines are well known on the…
There’s still room left to join the fun! David Hicks, former SHW member, viticulturist, and home wine maker extraordinaire enjoys showcasing Lake County’s wine country for good reason. The scenery, wineries, and vineyards around Clear Lake are one of California’s best kept secrets! David invites you to his bi-annual Winery Tasting Weekend and Dinner in…
