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Taste Mendocino 2024

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Join us June 29 for a swirl through our region’s diverse showcase of fine wines, artisanal foods, enchanting destinations, and unique experiences. window.location.href = "https://tastemendo.com"; Take a deep dive into our epic pinot noirs, robust reds, crisp whites, and sparkling bubbles. Sip fantastic wines from all regions of Mendocino County, sample delicious food from local restaurants and farmers, and enjoy… Read the rest
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2024 grape harvest in Mendocino County echoes industry struggles

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The 2024 California harvest season was marked by a historically light crop, dropping to 2.8 million tons—a 23% decrease from 2023. Despite the smaller harvest, approximately 100,000 tons of grapes were left unharvested, underscoring ongoing struggles in the industry. This follows the 2023 harvest, which saw an oversupply of 3.7 million tons, exacerbated by economic pressures and changing consumer preferences.… Read the rest
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Mendocino Winegrowers, Inc. Accepts American Wine Region of the Year Award

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“Mendocino County was officially honored as the American Wine Region of the Year at Wine Enthusiastmagazine’s Wine Star Awards ceremony on January 27 in San Francisco. The award was accepted at aceremony in San Francisco on January 27 by Bonnie Butcher, Executive Director of MendocinoWinegrowers Inc. (MWI) along with MWI President Elizabeth Archer, MWI Treasurer Lorenzo Pacini, MWIBoard Member Rich… Read the rest
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Growers Roundtable

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Join fellow members for an informative gathering focused on key topics impacting winegrowers.
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Sparkling Wine & Oyster Celebration

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Please join us at the Sparkling Wine & Oyster Celebration on January 25th, 2025 in the caves at Saracina Vineyards from 1 pm – 4 pm. This 3rd annual Sparkling Wine Celebration is one of the “Anchor Events” of Seafood & Sips in Mendocino County. The event will include oysters and wines from 20 wine producers, plus a few special… Read the rest
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Mendocino County named Wine Enthusiast’s American Wine Region of the Year

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Shining a light on lesser-known California wine region Mendocino County, renowned for its vast, rugged landscapes and commitment to organic and regenerative viticulture, has been named America’s Wine Region of the Year for 2024 by Wine Enthusiast magazine. This prestigious honor highlights Mendocino County’s rich history, diverse terroir, and growing influence within the wine industry, nationally and abroad. Mendocino County… Read the rest
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Husch Vineyards, Roederer Estate, Barra of Mendocino, and Pleiades win top honors at the 2024 Mendocino wine competition

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On Saturday, Aug. 17, nearly 100 wine enthusiasts gathered for the first-ever People’s Choice Mendocino County wine competition. The afternoon began with a welcome rain shower as members of the public arrived to take on the role of wine judge. Thirty-one wineries submitted 100 wines for consideration, resulting in five best in show winners, 11 double gold medals, 27 gold… Read the rest
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2024 Wine Competition results

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Husch Vineyards, Roederer Estate, Barra of Mendocino, and Pleiades win top honors at the 2024 Mendocino wine competition On Saturday, Aug. 17, nearly 100 wine enthusiasts gathered for the first-ever People’s Choice Mendocino County wine competition. The afternoon began with a welcome rain shower as members of the public arrived to take on the role of wine judge. Thirty-one wineries… Read the rest
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New bills would help growers get smoke damage insurance

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Senator Alex Padilla has introduced legislation aimed at protecting U.S. winegrape growing regions from wildfire smoke damage. The bill proposes funding for research into smoke taint mitigation, development of more precise crop insurance policies, and support for affected growers. Padilla emphasizes the importance of safeguarding winegrape economies amidst increasing wildfire risks exacerbated by climate change. Read more…
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Taste Mendocino Afterparty

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Join us on Saturday, June 29 from 4 to 7 p.m. for the Taste Mendocino After Party at Saracina Vineyards! This FREE event will feature live music by the amazing @BlueLukeAndrews, delicious empanadas, a variety of desserts, and, of course, our fantastic wines. Enjoy a relaxing evening by our outdoor fire pits, soaking in the beautiful surroundings and wonderful company.

Bonterra Organic Estates welcomes new winemaking team and updates label design

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Bonterra Organic Estates has announced changes to its winemaking team after seeing a 16 percent sales increase in the first quarter of 2024. Margaret Leonardi-Pruett will take over as senior winemaker for the Bonterra Collection, starting with the 2024 vintage. Leadership transitions Leonardi-Pruett steps into the role after Jeff Cichocki’s retirement. She will work with Sebastian Donoso, who will now… Read the rest

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