Featured Member: Alta Orsa Wines
Hopland’s Alta Orsa is the story of the land, the vision and labor of their small team – led by winemaker Martin Bernal-Hafner. The story is centered on a holistic approach to farming. They practice no-till farming, minimal organic sprays, cover cropping, no tractors between the rows, and no herbicides under the vine. This philosophy preserves the unique sense of… Read the rest
This month’s featured member: Foursight Wines
Check out Foursight Wines at the Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival, May 20-22! They’ll be pouring Foursight Pinot Noir and sparkling wine. Events are throughout the valley and include a BBQ with music, grand tasting, open houses, and more!
Foursight Wines is a family-owned and operated winery in the cool, coastal region of Anderson Valley. Founded in 2006 by… Read the rest
Mendo Wineries included on Zin Trail Story
Wine writer Matt Vilano profiles several Mendocino County wineries in his exploration of great zinfandel. Matt makes eight stops, including wineries and museums. Join Matt on the Zinfandel trail.
Vineyard Row Weed Management Webinar
A one hour virtual session focused on strategies, techniques, and equipment for vine row weed management.
It’s spring and the battle is on to maintain control of weeds in the vineyard and under your vines. Join us in discussion with Joseph Brinkely, Director of Organic & Biodynamic Vineyards for Bonterra, and Dave Koball, Director of Viticulture for Noble Vineyard… Read the rest
Economic Summit 2021
Economic Summit 2021
Sponsored by American Ag Credit
We have four terrific sessions lined up for you this year.
February 4 – 10am Contract Negotiations, Grape Brokers, Land Value Trends & Financing Solutions
What’s new in contracts and smoke taint clauses?
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Ashley Boulton – Attorney from Downey Brand – Grape Contracts and Smoke TaintMike Needham – Turrentine Brokerage – Grape… Read the rest
MWI Annual Meeting 2020
Our 2020 General Membership Meeting wasn’t quite the barn-raising party we are accustomed to hosting, yet we did have fun! The meeting was interactive, and packed with information on our marketing and PR activities. If you want to help MWI MARKET your winery or vineyard, be sure to watch this video of our 2020 General Membership Meeting. Thank you to… Read the rest
MWI 2020 General Membership Meeting
Thursday, November 5th – 10am – 10:30am via ZOOM
Click here to register for this brief but important meeting.
Agenda:
Welcome / Call to Order
Introduce the 2021 MWI Board of Directors
Approve 2019 Annual Meeting Minutes
Approve Financials
2020 Highlights
PR Update – 360viewPR
2021 Projections
Please join us for this short but very important annual meeting. One lucky attendee will… Read the rest
Preserving the Zinfandel Legacy of Mendocino County
ZAP September 23, 2020 | By Chris Sawyer
What’s true of this whole county is also true of Mendocino County’s Legendary Zinfandel Vineyards, which are largely off the beaten path. It is particularly true with the historic high-elevation sites that are at the Ciapusci, Gianoli, Perli and Zeni ranches off Fish Rock Road, which runs along the windy, timber-laden ridge… Read the rest
Testa Vineyards
We are now offering table reservations on our patio for up to six people for one hour blocks! You can add on a wine tasting per person or you can select bottle service and purchase wine upon arrival!
You are encouraged to bring your own food to enjoy with your wine our outdoor patio area!
Please call with any questions,… Read the rest
Twomey
Open by appointment for outdoor tasting on the patios – Guests are encouraged to read the visitation guidelines
(707) 942-7099 or email tours@twomey.com
McNab Ridge Winery
McNab Ridge Winery’s Tasting Room patio will remain open for Wine Tasting by appointment only. Call (707) 744-1986 to make an appointment for your private wine tasting in our patio garden, between 11am and 6pm any day of the week. When you arrive, please knock on the window or call (707) 744-1986 for assistance and wait out front to be… Read the rest
Rivino
RIVINO is open for outdoor patio tastings, as well as curbside pickup. With the new patio expansion and the tent there’s plenty of space for people to stay far away from each other. Masks, distancing, etc. all in use.
For reservations call (707) 293-4262
Campovida
Enjoy the great weather outside at a picnic table and explore our current release of six Campovida wines. Relax with this 45 – 60 minutes experience. This tasting is available for up to 6 guests.
Open by reservation only: Thursday-Monday: 11:00-5:00 p.m. – all outdoor touchless tastings
Email: hello@campovida.com or (707) 400-6300
Goldeneye Winery
Showcasing the versatility of our single vineyard Pinot Noirs, this tasting includes our current-release wines as well as selections from our Migration label. Relax and take in the unforgettable scenery on our outdoor patio overlooking our vineyards, we provide social distancing quite naturally!
707-895-3202 or reservations@goldeneyewinery.com
Pennyroyal Farms
Just want to relax with a glass of wine? Book a table with farm or vineyard views, choice of bottle, and enjoy snacks from our Farm Fare menu. Minimum 1 bottle purchase required at time of reservation.
Make your reservation via TOCK, or email sales@pennyroyalfarms.com
Husch Vineyards
We have cautiously and enthusiastically reopened wine tasting at Husch. Utilizing our gorgeous grounds, we are offering (by reservation) outside wine tasting at picnic tables daily 10am-4pm. We are keeping things safe & simple with pre-selected flights and following all protocols set by Mendocino County. When time allows, we look forward to your visit.
1-800-554-8724
Graziano Family of Wines
Serving as many as thirty premium wines under four distinct labels: Saint Gregory for Pinots, Monte Volpe for central and southern Italy and the Friuli region in the northeast, Enotria, specializing in the heritage of the Piedmont region of northwest Italy, and Graziano, which produces the heritage grapes of Mendocino, many of which are from head-pruned, Old Vine vineyards.
For… Read the rest
Scharffenberger Cellars
We offer two seated tasting options – our classic sparkling wines fromScharffenberger Cellars or a mixed tasting of sparkling wines and still wines from Carpe Diem. Reserve a table in our garden area and enjoy a bottle of Scharffenberger Cellars or Carpe Diem wines. Bring a picnic and enjoy a game of corn toss!
Reserve via TOCK, or call (707)… Read the rest