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Folsom Lake College Testing: New Days and Hours

Folsom Lake College has returned from their summer hiatus and is resuming their testing. Effective August 24, 2026, there will be new testing days and hours in which you can drop off your samples: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Winemakers can drop off their samples at Folsom Lake College’s El Dorado Center…

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Tina Valenzuela Presentation Slides: Creating Mouthfeel

Last Wednesday, September 16, 2026, Tina Valenzuela from Laffort USA, visited us for our monthly meeting. She gave SHW members an informative and lively presentation, addressing the development of mouthfeel in our wines, whether naturally, or as a correction. Tina has generously shared her presentation with us providing members the opportunity to view. Additionally, this…

Executive Board Positions: A Message from Joe MacGillivray

Shape the Future of Our Club: Volunteer for the 2027 Leadership Board! As we look forward to another great year of crafting, sharing, and learning together, it is time to prepare for the future of our club. We are officially opening the call for volunteers to serve on the 2027 Sacramento Home Winemakers Leadership Board….

Grapes for Sale: Cab Sauv Clone, Malbec & Merlot, Fountaingrove AVA

Steve Heller writes…the vineyard is in the Fountaingrove AVA, eastern Sonoma County, 1,300 feet, volcanic soils Cab Sauv Clone #7, 6 tons available, $3,000 per tonCab Sauv Cone #337, 6 tons available, $3,000 per tonMalbec, 3 tons available, $2,500 per tonMerlot, 1.2 tons available, $1,800 per ton Willing to pick custom small amounts. hellervineyards@gmail.com(763) 234-9082