Free!! Used, antique green, 750ml, Bordeaux wine bottles, cork finish 40+ cases Straight Side 20+ cases Tapered All bottles have been rinsed and the most have had the gold Sharpie markings removed. Ready to sanitize and use again. Contact: Thad Rodgers (916) 715-3688
The Chaney Family Winery is located in the Fair Play American Viticultural Area (AVA). Fair Play AVA is known for its deep, moderately to well drained, granitic soils that encompasses 33 sq miles. It is a beautiful area with topography of rolling hills between 2,000 to 3,000 feet above sea level. You can pick your…
Last month, Wooden Valley Winery paid us a visit to share wines of the Suisun Valley AVA. Many of us were extremely impressed with the Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon. SHW Member John Crispin will be organizing a group buy of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and Sauvignon Blanc juice. If you are interested in either or…
From Donna Bettencourt: It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Gin Yang on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. As a member of the Sacramento Home Winemakers (SHW) since 2005, I am certain in saying that Gin has been pivotal in leading our club to becoming what I believe is the greatest home…
Please join us on May 20th, 2026, as we welcome Aaron Lawson, PhD., winemaker at Raven’s Reach Winery of Sutter Creek, CA (Amador County). Aaron will be presenting on the topic of wine blending techniques, with a focus on lesser-known varietals. Members will have the opportunity to taste a couple of the individual varietals, and…
Save the date and secure your spot for Saturday, June 6th from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon at InAlliance to sharpen your winemaking knowledge and expertise. Pat Henderson, Chief winemaker at Kenwood, educator, and respected wine consultant, will be joining us for the first of a two-part series focusing on the critical steps in winemaking, some…
