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
Activities &Amp; Events Join Us for the Rhône Rangers Summer Wine Fête: Sip and Celebrate on June 29 in Sonoma, CA! Chris Lehoux, June 11, 2025 Join the Rhône Rangers at their Summer Wine Fête on June 29th in Sonoma, CA, where you can indulge in a delightful array of wines from the Rhône Valley. This event invites wine enthusiasts to explore various wine styles, including lesser-known white wines, fabulous rosés, and lighter, chillable reds ideal… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Get Ready for the 2025 Big West Wine Fest: June 14-15 in Guerneville, CA! Chris Lehoux, June 4, 2025 Hanging out with friends under the iconic redwood trees can be an incredibly delightful experience, especially when paired with live music, delicious food, and excellent wine. The Big West Wine Festival in Guerneville, California, offers all this and more. While I haven’t yet attended this event, it certainly piques my… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Join Us for the Annual Napa Wine Library Tasting: Sunday, May 18th in Napa! Chris Lehoux, May 15, 2025 The Napa Valley Wine Library Association is hosting its annual wine tasting event on May 18, 2025, at the Louis M. Martini Winery in St. Helena, an activity that promises to be both enjoyable and beneficial for a great literary cause. This association aims to maintain a rich selection of… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Save the Date: 2025 Anderson Valley Pinot Festival – May 16-17 in Philo, CA! Chris Lehoux, April 21, 2025 Anderson Valley, located in Mendocino County, is often regarded as a hidden gem among California’s wine regions. While places like Sonoma and Napa are popular and easily accessible, Anderson Valley’s scenic beauty and fine wines frequently go unnoticed by many wine lovers. The region has always produced exceptional Pinot Noir,… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Celebrate the Hella Chenin Festival: A Tasting Experience on May 3 in Berkeley, CA Chris Lehoux, March 14, 2025 In California’s wine country, wine tasting events abound for various grape varieties and regions. However, until recently, there hasn’t been a festival dedicated solely to the Chenin Blanc grape. This changes on May 3rd with the inaugural Hella Chenin Festival, celebrating both California and South African Chenin Blancs. Chenin Blanc… Continue Reading