Activities &Amp; Events Experience the Sta. Rita Hills Wine & Fire Celebration: August 13-16 in Lompoc! Chris Lehoux, August 4, 2026 The Sta. Rita Hills Wine & Fire Celebration will take place from August 13-16 in Lompoc, California, drawing attention to the often-overlooked Santa Barbara Wine Country, renowned for its high-quality Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. This festival, organized by the Sta. Rita Hills Wine Alliance, offers an excellent opportunity to engage… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Experience the Unfiltered Wine Festival: July 25-26 in Berkeley! Chris Lehoux, July 21, 2026 The Unfiltered Wine Festival will take place on July 25-26 at Donkey & Goat Winery in Berkeley, California. This event, titled “A Celebration of Wine on the Edge,” promises attendees an engaging experience filled with tastings of low-intervention wines from several noted California producers, complemented by thought-provoking panel sessions. The… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Savor the Best at the Wine Fare Tasting: Join Us on May 30 & 31 in San Francisco! Chris Lehoux, May 14, 2026 More women than men graduate from the UC Davis Enology and Viticulture program annually, yet female winemakers remain significantly outnumbered by their male counterparts in California. Women also face underrepresentation as business owners and entrepreneurs within the industry. To address this disparity, it’s essential to support female winemakers and the… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Capture Time: Enter the Old Vine Photography Competition Today! Chris Lehoux, April 2, 2026 Are you a photographer with a passion for wine? Now is the perfect time to showcase your talent in the Old Vine Photography Competition, celebrating the beauty and cultural significance of old vineyards. Organized by the Old Vine Conference, this competition invites entries until May 5, 2026. Old vineyards, which… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Vin et Hip Hop: A Unique Culture Experience in Los Angeles – March 17-19 Chris Lehoux, March 2, 2026 The wine industry is evolving, and so must its approach to attract new customers and broaden its appeal. Traditional methods of minor tweaks in offerings or experimenting with new marketing strategies seem insufficient. The emergence of events like Vin et Hip Hop promises to enhance this appeal. Founded by Burgundy… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events La Paulee de San Francisco 2026: Celebrate Wine and Culinary Excellence from February 25-28 Chris Lehoux, January 30, 2026 La Paulée de San Francisco is a prestigious wine event taking place from February 25-28, 2026. Distinct from typical wine tastings, this event exudes an atmosphere infused with Burgundy’s finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Attendees are not just participants; they are expected to bring bottles to share, creating a communal… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Sip into Adventure at the Festival of Undiscovered Grapes: January 31 in San Jose, CA! Chris Lehoux, January 16, 2026 The Festival of Undiscovered Grapes is set to take place on January 31 in San Jose, CA, presenting an exciting opportunity for wine enthusiasts to explore a variety of lesser-known grape varieties. This annual event, formerly known as the Festival of Forgotten Grapes, emphasizes California’s impressive diversity in wine. While… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Join Us for the 2026 International White Wines Festival: February 14-15 in Boonville, CA! Chris Lehoux, January 11, 2026 As the wine industry grapples with various challenges, a silver lining emerges in the steadily growing admiration for white wines. Acknowledging this trend, the Anderson Valley Winegrowers are hosting a festival dedicated to white wines, a revival of their longstanding Alsace Varieties Festival. Scheduled for February 14-15 at the Mendocino… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Wine and Culinary Stars Unite to Support the Brave Journey of a Girl Named Rayas Chris Lehoux, December 4, 2025 In a heartfelt display of solidarity, the wine and food community has come together to support an inspiring young girl named Rayas. Her story began with severe headaches and vomiting, which led to an urgent trip to the ER. In the ensuing months, what initially seemed like a routine issue… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Join Us for the 2025 Old Vine Conference: October 31 – November 4 in California Wine Country! Chris Lehoux, October 12, 2025 For the seventh time, winegrowers, researchers, educators, importers, sommeliers, writers, and wine enthusiasts will converge in California Wine Country to celebrate and explore the world of old vines and the exceptional wines they produce. This year’s Old Vine Conference (OVC) is particularly special as it marks its inaugural occurrence in… Continue Reading