Grape grower Scott Ellis writes: “Want to try a different varietal this year? We have 300 Carmenere vines east of Modesto that will be producing the first harvest in Fall of 2024. These healthy uber vines spent their first year in the greenhouse and were planted on ¾ acres in Spring of 2023. We have grown Carmenere…
Entices are being accepted from February 1-29 for the California State Fair Home Wine Competition. The competition is open to California residents entering wines made from California grapes. Entries may be delivered or dropped off at the Fair, or dropped-off at several off-site locations throughout the state. See details and entry information at the Fair’s…
Sacramento Home Winemakers recognizes excellence in winemaking with its annual Winemaker of the Year (WOY) award. This memorial award honors Rex Johnston who excelled in many styles of home wine making, was a fierce competitor, and readily shared his wine making expertise. The WOY competition has several requirements including mandatory competitions within the award year….
SHW member seeks vines to replace the dead ones in his vineyard. This home viticulturist would like a total of 16-20 syrah and grenache vines, preferably 2-3 years old. If you have viable candidates or know where to get some, please contact Jim Rolewicz at twinowlsretreat@gmail.com.
The Alameda County Fair invites entries to their amateur wine competition. Entries will be accepted January 1 – March 1, 2024. There are two ways to enter: 1) on-line or 2) paper. See here for the competition’s entry guide. Contact Patty Cuellar, Alameda County Fair Wine Competition Coordinator, at wine@alamedacountyfair.com. This competition is a Recognized…
Over 90 SHW members and guests enjoyed a festive evening of wine, friends, and lively conversation. There were a few quiet moments when we recognized those who made significant contributions to the club, and celebrated members for their winemaking accomplishments. On behalf of the Board of Directors, Board Chairperson Donna Bettencourt announced the Club’s annual…
