3rd Annual Under the Radar California Wine Competition Open for Entries
The Peninsula Underground is now accepting entries for its 3rd Annual Under the Radar California Wine Competition. This event is dedicated to showcasing small-scale wineries from California that produce up to 10,000 cases annually. The competition offers a platform for these wineries to gain exposure and recognition within the industry.
Competition Details:
Submission Deadline: Entries must be received by Thursday,… Read the rest
Financial Management and Strategy Course
Join the Wine Business Institute at Sonoma State University for a series of transformative courses designed for professionals looking to enhance their skills in the dynamic field of wine business.
Financial Management and Strategy CourseInstructor: Jared Dalton, a highly accomplished finance and operations leader.Dates: June 26 – August 21, 2024Time: Wednesdays, 6-7 PM PST (9 weekly online classes)Fee: $1250 (includes… Read the rest
Foundations of Wine Business Management Course
Join the Wine Business Institute at Sonoma State University for a series of transformative courses designed for professionals looking to enhance their skills in the dynamic field of wine business.Foundations of Wine Business Management Course
Instructor: Mike Kush, a globally experienced wine business professional and winemaker.Dates: June 13 – July 11, 2024Time: Thursdays, 5-6 PM PST (5 weekly online classes)Fee:… Read the rest
DTC Marketing and eCommerce Course
Join the Wine Business Institute at Sonoma State University for a series of transformative courses designed for professionals looking to enhance their skills in the dynamic field of wine business.
Instructor: Benjamin Kraemer, a seasoned expert from a leading DTC commerce platform.
Dates: May 21 – July 16, 2024
Time: Tuesdays, 6-7 PM PST (9 weekly online classes)
Fee: $1250… Read the rest
Rivino Winery Culinary Experience
Join us for a delightful culinary experience at Rivino Winery featuring Chat's Catering.
Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival May 17-19
May 17-19, 2024
The 25th annual Pinot Noir Festival in Anderson Valley includes a grand tasting with over 50 wineries, educational seminars, a sunset BBQ, a VIP bubble lounge, and winery open houses. This event, showcasing the region’s pinot noir, benefits the member-supported Anderson Valley Winegrowers Association. AV Wines
AO Asado Alta Orsa Winery, May 11
May 11, 2024, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
An outdoor cookout event featuring grilled meats and vegetables, dessert pairings, and tastings of three single-vineyard wines. Includes a vineyard tour with winemaker Martin Bernal-Hafner and discounted wine bundles for takeaway. General admission is $30, and club member admission is $20. Alta Orsa Winery
UC Cooperative Extension Pear and Grape Field Day May 28
UC Cooperative Extension will host a pear and grape field day on May 28 in Hopland. The event, designed for growers, will cover sustainable practices, pest management, and production in the North Coast region. Participants will tour the University of California’s agricultural research stations and hear from industry experts.
The event starts at 9 a.m. at the UC Hopland Research … Read the rest
Bonnie Butcher named executive director of Mendocino Winegrowers Inc.
Mendocino Winegrowers Inc. (MWI) announces the appointment of Bonnie Butcher as its new executive director. Butcher brings a wealth of experience in event management, sales, and strategic planning to her new role.
Diverse experience to lead MWI
With a diverse background in hospitality and event planning, Butcher is poised to drive MWI’s mission of promoting and advancing the Mendocino County… Read the rest
Upcoming Wine Events
AO Asado – May at Alta Orsa Winery
May 11, 2024, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
An outdoor cookout event featuring grilled meats and vegetables, dessert pairings, and tastings of three single-vineyard wines. Includes a vineyard tour with winemaker Martin Bernal-Hafner and discounted wine bundles for takeaway. General admission is $30, and club member admission is $20. Alta Orsa Winery… Read the rest
Frey Vineyards: blending tradition with innovation
A harmonious blend of old and new
Wandering through the newly reconstructed Frey Vineyards winery in Mendocino County’s Redwood Valley, one can’t help but marvel at the synergy between state-of-the-art technology and age-old winemaking traditions. Jonathan and Katrina Frey, pioneers in organic and biodynamic wine, have cultivated more than just grapes; they’ve nurtured a philosophy. “Our customers are looking for… Read the rest
The Wine Industry’s Dirty Little Secret
Lodi Growers posted a “must read” for winegrowers, shedding light on a little-discussed issue in the California wine industry: the large-scale importation of foreign bulk wine. In 2022 alone, California wineries imported nearly 68 million gallons of foreign wine, even as local grapes remained unharvested due to claims of excess inventory. This growing trend, fueled by global wine oversupply and… Read the rest
Is Fire the Right Tool for Your Job?
Who: Sonoma State University’s Center for Environmental Inquiry & Mendocino County Fire Safe Council
What: A virtual event designed for winegrowers, landowners, and land managers on the use of prescribed burning for land management. This workshop will explore the benefits and considerations of using fire as a tool to improve safety, the health of native species, and achieve other land… Read the rest
2023 Preliminary Grape Crush Report
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County realized near-record crop values from the recently completed 2023 harvest, according to data released by the US Department of Agriculture in the annual Crush Report. Winegrape growers in mendocino booked $130 million in… Read the rest
Anderson Valley Wine Events
As the Mendocino wine community blossoms into 2024, we’re thrilled to announce a series of events that highlight the distinct flavors and spirited camaraderie of our region. Our picturesque Anderson Valley, renowned for its unique terroir and exquisite wines, is set to host two signature events that encapsulate the essence of our wine culture.
White Wine Weekend: A Sparkling… Read the rest
Seafood & Sips Mendocino
This event, set for Jan. 26 to Feb. 4, 2024, highlights Mendocino County’s 90 miles of Pacific coastline, over 90 wineries, and 12 diverse American Viticultural Areas. The county, known for its high percentage of organic and biodynamic vineyards, offers a blend of coastal and wine experiences.
Key events include:
Sparkling Wine & Oyster Celebration: At Saracina Vineyards in Hopland,… Read the rest
MWI Member Newsletter, Jan 2024
Growers’ Round Table, Jan 10Mendocino Winegrowers Inc. will hold a vital Growers’ Round Table at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 10 at Club Calpella. This event, open to all local grape growers, focuses on Healthy Soils and available grants. Experts from Resource Conservation District (RCD), including Seth Myrick and Meagan Hynes, will share insights on State and Federal funding for Climate-Beneficial Ag practices, specifically… Read the rest
Introduction to Viticulture course in Ukiah
Christopher C. L. Chen, Ph.D., an integrated vineyard systems advisor from the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources, announced he will be teaching an Introduction to Viticulture course at Mendocino College’s Ukiah Campus this spring semester. The course, coded AGR 111, is designed for vineyard workers, supervisors, managers, and home or hobby viticulturists.
The class, offering small size and… Read the rest
Sonoma State University Launches Online Wine Entrepreneurship Program
Sonoma State University’s School of Business and Economics, in collaboration with the School of Extended Education, is introducing a specialized Wine Entrepreneurship Certificate Program. Aimed at individuals interested in the wine industry, the program offers comprehensive coverage of key business and entrepreneurial aspects in this sector.
Scheduled from Feb. 7 to March 27, 2024, the eight-week online course will delve… Read the rest
