Grapes for Sale: Pinot Noir – Borden Ranch AVA
Half ton Pinot Noir for Sale. Farmed organically. If interested contact Ken at (408) 438-7021. I checked the sugars on 8/10 and they were at 19 Brix.
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August 21 Meeting – Red Bordeaux Evaluations
Bring your 2023 red Bordeaux variety wines for evaluation to the August 21 Club meeting. We’re going roundtable format this time – that means what only you and other members sitting at your table will evaluate your wines with the judging sheet that judges use at the Club’s Jubilee Wine Competition. We hope to accomplish…
Winemaking Items for Sale: 5-Gal Carboys
Mike Anderson has 17 5-gal glass carboys for sale. $15 apiece. Bulk discount. Contact Mike at manders6350@jps.net or 916 624-0120.
Grapes for Sale: Merlot, Barbera, Syrah, Chardonnay, Semillon – Auburn, Placer County
Bothello Vineyard in Auburn will have grapes for sale at $0.50 per pound; perfect for the home winemaker. Varietals include Merlot, Barbera, Syrah, Chardonnay, Semillon. Buyer picks. Family owned and operated. Please contact Pam Bothello at 858-232-8510.
Buyers Wanted: Mourvèdre – Shake Ridge Vineyards
SHW member Chuck Rairdan is looking for 1-2 partners interested in purchasing Shake Ridge Vineyards‘ Mourvèdre. The grower’s minimum is 500 lbs. and Chuck is interested in 300 lbs. Chuck also has a truck that can haul more than his 300 lbs. Interested? Contact Chuck at crairdan@yahoo.com.
Club Equipment Rental Program and Equipment Certification
We’re hearing that while this summer’s intense heat may have slowed the berries from ripening, growers are predicting that harvest will be on track. Time to get the cellar and crews ready. SHW Winemaking Equipment Rental Program The Club has larger pieces of wine making equipment available for members to rent including destemmer-crushers, basket presses,…
