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
Mendocino Winegrowers Roundtable
Mendocino Winegrowers Roundtable
Date: Wednesday, April 24, 11 a.m.Location: Club Calpella, Ukiah
Join MWI members for open discussions on viticulture topics, business practices, and farming matters. Lunch provided. Presentations by Wilbur Ellis on pre-bloom sprays, Gowan Company on Turino Fungicides and Biopesticides, and Belkorp Ag on John Deere’s NEW Smart Apply Sprayer Control System. Advancing Eco Ag will share insights… Read the rest
Pear and Grape Field Day
Who: UCCE, North Coast Viticulture, LCWGWhat: Pear and Grape Field Day, featuring the latest University of California research on cultivars, canopy management, diseases, water management, and insect pests.Why: To learn about the current and future perspectives on the north coast grape and pear situation.Where: Outdoor session at 14200 Old River Rd., Indoor session and Lunch at 13601 Old River Rd.,… 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
Sparkling Wine and Oysters in Hopland
Hopland’s Sparkling Wine & Oyster Celebration is set to be a highlight event, showcasing Mendocino’s position as a key destination for sparkling wines. This event is part of the annual Seafood & Sips Mendocino festival and is scheduled for January 27, 2024, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
The celebration will take place in the enchanting setting of Saracina’s Wine… 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
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
