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
Historic Vineyard Society Exploring the Flavors of Old California: Insights from the Historical Vineyard Society Tasting Chris Lehoux, September 29, 2025 The Historical Vineyard Society held a tasting event that emphasized the significance of old vines in winemaking. This organization, founded in 2011, has made it its mission to celebrate and preserve California’s viticultural heritage by cataloging and certifying vineyards that are over 50 years old, showcasing the unique characteristics of… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Vinography Images: A Century on Stage – Capturing Moments Through the Lens Chris Lehoux, September 20, 2025 We often think about our existence in terms of fleeting moments, yet there are elements of nature, like vines, that outlive our brief performances on this stage of life. A terraced vineyard on Mount Etna in Sicily serves as a profound reminder of this concept. The landscape resembles a grand… Continue Reading
Old Vine Registry Celebrating Two Years of The Old Vine Registry: Join Our Special Webinar! Chris Lehoux, June 21, 2025 June 26th will celebrate the second anniversary of the Old Vine Registry, a project that has grown significantly, now boasting tripled contributions from volunteers worldwide. The aim is to register 10,000 vineyards by this time next year. To commemorate this milestone, a webinar will take place on June 26th at… Continue Reading
Old Vine Registry Embracing Your Inner Hero: Finding Strength in Vulnerability Chris Lehoux, March 13, 2025 This morning, the shortlist for the Old Vine Hero Awards was announced, and I was surprised and honored to find my name included. Organized by the Old Vine Conference, the awards aim to honor those dedicated to the preservation and celebration of old vine vineyards worldwide. I have been nominated… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Vinography Images: Capturing the Beauty of Winter Shadows Chris Lehoux, February 1, 2025 Gnarled old vines create striking silhouettes against the afternoon light in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, a region renowned for its high percentage of older vines still yielding quality wine. The winter rains have allowed fresh grasses to sprout, enhancing the visual allure. Vinography shares an image capturing this serene landscape, demonstrating the beauty… Continue Reading