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friday's @ vino
When: Fri Mar 28, 2025 at 05:00 PM to Fri Mar 28, 2025 at 07:00 PM
Where: Vino Divino, 2012 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA
Why:
tasting line up
2022 Diatom Chardonnay
2022 Nielson Pinot Noir
2022 Baca Zinfandel
2022 Press Gang GSM
2022 Caterwaul Cabernet
*members enjoy for free!
non-member fee is $20
(become a member at the link below and enjoy the tasting this Friday for free!)
https://www.vinosb.com
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Festival of Forgotten Grapes
When: Sat Mar 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM to Sat Mar 29, 2025 at 05:00 PM
Where: Mica Studios, 356 S Mission Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA
Why:
Everyone knows Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Noir. But do you know Semillon, Cinsault, Teroldego, Nebbiolo, and Marsanne? With more than 110 unique wine varieties grown in California alone, The Festival of Forgotten Grapes celebrates the unknown “underdog” grapes of California wine and showcases the winemakers from across the state who share and spread the Forgotten Grapes love with every bottle they make.
At The Festival of Forgotten Grapes, you’ll not only get to taste scores of lesser-known and uncommon Forgotten Grape wines, but you’ll also be able to order the wines you love right there at the event and have them delivered directly to you within three weeks for one exceptionally low delivery fee. No matter how many different wines you select, no matter how many different wineries, there are no multiple shipping fees. Just one low delivery rate for these outrageous Forgotten Grape wines delivered directly to your door.
So come taste the adventure and try something new at the Festival of Forgotten Grapes. Don’t settle for the ordinary! We promise to please your palates with delicious Forgotten Grapes!
https://festivalofforgottengrapes.com/eventbrite-event/please-the-palate-presents-the-festival-of-forgotten-grapes/
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Wine Tasting Event Featuring the Fool's who make Fuil
When: Tue Apr 1, 2025 at 06:00 PM to Tue Apr 1, 2025 at 08:00 PM
Where: The Good Land Wine Shop & Bar 4177 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93110, United States
Why:
My next winemaker event features someone you probably don't know about...yet. Matt and Carolina are a husband and wife team that make wine. Their journey might be called mild insanity, or a foolhardy fancy, but they made the leap to pursue a wine dream and they haven't looked back. Fuil is a Gaelic word meaning blood, kin, land, passion, and temperament...and it also means foolish. This might be happening on April 1st. These wine are extremely good...AND they are unique! You need to come by and taste them...and meet the winemakers. Of course there will be local cheese and live music by Gary Heck...the Good Land provides! $25
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Fool's Gold Wine Festival
When: Sat Apr 5, 2025 at 03:00 PM to Sat Apr 5, 2025 at 05:00 PM
Where: Pico Los Alamos 458 Bell St Los Alamos, CA 93440
Why:
Join us for a tasting of library wines, unicorns, and rarities from local producers including Brander, Civilization, Clementine Carter, Disko, DreamCote, Eislynn, Ken Brown, LoFi, Lumen, Pars Fortuna, Rancho Sisquoc, Roark, Rocket's Red, Sea Creatures, Storm, Story of Soil, and Whitcraft. $25 per ticket
https://www.exploretock.com/picolosalamos/event/526088/fools-gold-wine-festival
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Visit http://livenotessb.com for a comprehensive listing of live music at wine bars, wineries, and other local venues.
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News and other Nonsense
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How looming tariffs are hurting California's wine and liquor industry
Bars, wine shops and importers are anxious about Trump's proposed tariffs, which they say will imperil an industry already facing serious challenges.
https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2025-03-25/trump-wine-champagne-spirits-tariffs
These Two Words Are Key to Understanding Why Your Wine Tastes Buttery
Malolactic fermentation is a naturally occurring process in wine. It helps to tame astringency in red wines and can offer stability and a creamier texture to whites. Here's how to understand exactly what "malo" is and how it can affect the wines you love and loathe.
https://www.foodandwine.com/malolactic-fermentation-wine-explainer-11699822
Here's the Real Reason You Taste Wine Before the Waiter Pours
Want to impress your friends at a fancy restaurant? Here's what you're looking for when a server offers a taste of that newly opened wine.
https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/heres-the-real-reason-you-taste-wine-before-a-waiter-pours/
Trump threatens 200% tariff on European wine
President Donald Trump is threatening a 200% tariff on European wine, Champagne and spirits if the European Union goes forward with a planned tariff on American whiskey. The European import tax, which was unveiled in response to steel and aluminum tariffs by the U.S. administration, is expected to go into effect April 1, just ahead of separate reciprocal tariffs that Trump plans to place on the EU. Trump on Thursday called the EU among “the most hostile and abusive taxing and tariffing authorities," complaining about the lack of U.S. auto sales in Europe and about lawsuits and fines against U.S. tech companies there. The European Commission says Europe wants to “negotiate to avoid tariffs.”
https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-eu-whiskey-cb259623a25ca1bfdb4673262ceef85b
AI Made Its Way to Vineyards. Here’s How the Technology Is Helping Make Your Wine
Experts say the wine industry is proof that businesses can integrate the technology efficiently to supplement labor without job losses.
https://time.com/7266310/ai-vineyards-wine/
Is red wine a healthier choice than white wine? Uncorking the cancer risks
Researchers have conducted a study that scours 'the vast and often contradictory literature on the carcinogenicity of red and white wine' to assess whether this assumption holds up, and to compare the cancer risks associated with wine type.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250310131644.htm
Are California wines really full of scary additives?
For the last few years, ads on social media have been telling consumers that there’s a lot more than just grapes in the average bottle of California wine.
https://norcalpublicmedia.org/2025031197656/news-feed/are-california-wines-really-full-of-scary-additives
California wine supply drops 24%
A preliminary report from the US Department of Agriculture indicates that California's 2024 grape crush is the lowest for 20 years.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/03/california-wine-supply-drops-24/
8 of the Funniest Wine Reviews on Vivino
Founded in 2010, Vivino is an app where wine lovers can catalog and rate their favorite — and not-so-favorite — bottles. In its decade and a half of existence, the online hub has accumulated millions of wine reviews, with users sharing their own personal opinions on just about every bottle available on the market. While many of the reviews are useful for shoppers browsing store shelves or restaurant lists, others can get a bit… unhinged. Some users treat the platform as a chance to share personal stories, while others use it to test out their poetry chops.
https://vinepair.com/articles/funniest-wine-reviews-on-vivino/
Wine Gone Wrong? How to Tell If Your Bottle Has Gone Bad
Perfectly Aged or Time to Pitch It? Master sommelier shares insights about storage, aging & spoilage There’s nothing quite as disappointing as opening a
https://www.fb101.com/wine-gone-wrong-how-to-tell-if-your-bottle-has-gone-bad/
Vaquero. Vintner. Landman. Leader.
Could James Ontiveros be the most important man in West Coast wine?
https://www.independent.com/2025/02/26/vaquero-vintner-landman-leader
Making a Wine Bottle Cabinet & Bar
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBDOnyRxmWo
The most interesting grape you've never heard of could be an ideal match for climate change
It’s exceedingly rare in the U.S. but this French heat-tolerant grape is getting more fans, including in Sonoma County.
https://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/lifestyle/picpoul-blanc-sonoma-county/
The 25 Biggest Wine Suppliers in the U.S.
The American Association of Wine Economics (AAWE) recently revealed the largest wine suppliers in the U.S. in an Instagram post. Using data sourced from the “2024 Wine Handbook”, AAWE compiled a list ranking the top 25 wine producers and distributors based on sales and market share in 2023. Digging into the data, it’s clear that the top suppliers dominate the market. Gallo — the wine giant behind top wine brands like Barefoot, La Marca, Mark West, Louis M.
https://vinepair.com/booze-news/americas-25-biggest-wine-suppliers/
Very rare paintings depicting the god of wine unearthed in Pompeii 2,000 years after city was buried by ash and lava
"It is an exceptional historical document," said Italian Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/pompeii-rare-paintings-god-of-wine-unearthed/
California Wine Festival raises a glass in two Orange County cities
Dana Point and Huntington Beach will both play host to the nationally recognized wine enthusiast event this year.
https://www.latimes.com/socal/daily-pilot/entertainment/story/2025-02-11/raise-a-glass-as-california-wine-festival-makes-two-orange-county-stops
Yes, the Sales Reports Are Scary, but Here's Why I Believe the Wine Biz Will Bounce Back
Wine sales are down and the recent Silicon Valley Bank Wine Report scared a lot of people in the wine business who are worried the trend will continue. Veteran wine writer Ray Isle spoke with winemaker Alecia Moore — aka the rock star P!nk — who gave him reasons to believe that new fans will fall in love with wine.
https://www.foodandwine.com/the-state-of-wine-and-pink-11680224
Comparative analysis of fungal and bacterial composition in natural wines and their closest pesticide-treated counterparts - Scientific Reports
Fermentation produces diverse consumables like bread, wine, beer, and cheese, with fungi playing a key role. This study sequenced fungal and bacteria DNA from 46 commercial wines, paired by vineyard proximity, harvest time, and grape variety. One in each pair was natural, while the other had pesticide treatments and microbial adjunctions. Bacteria profiles were studied using targeted sequencing of the V3-V4 region of the 16 S rRNA gene while fungal profiles were studied with ITS gene targeted sequencing. Significant variability was observed in the microbial content of these wines. We identified 19 unique fungal species in natural wines, absent in pesticide-treated ones. Some have known health roles. The most abundant was Penicillium jiangxiense in Lot-et-Garonne, known for its antitumor properties. Hyphopichia pseudoburtonii, with notable aromatic properties, was also detected, commonly found in insect and fish microbiota. Antrodia favescens, related to the medicinal Antrodia cinnamomea, was identified in another location, known for its role in Chinese herbal medicine against cancer and metabolic diseases. Ochrocladosporium elatum, recognized for its antioxidant and antibacterial activities, was found elsewhere. Additionally, natural wines exhibited greater bacterial biodiversity, contributing to unique tastes and potential health benefits.
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-88655-4
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No nation is drunken where wine is cheap; and none sober, where the dearness of wine substitutes ardent spirits as the common beverage fix but the duty at the rate of other merchandise, and we can drink wine here as cheaply as we do grog; and who will not prefer it?
- Thomas Jefferson 1818
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DISCLAIMER: The information in this newsletter is provided as a public service, for informational purposes only. All information in this newsletter is presented without any representation, guaranty, or warranty whatsoever regarding the accuracy, relevance, or completeness of the information.
The information contained in in this newsletter is provided only as general information, which may be incomplete or outdated. Please note that readers of this newsletter are responsible for independently verifying any and all information. The inclusion of links in this newsletter does not imply endorsement or support of any of the linked information, services, products, or providers.
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Live event and news updates can be found at www.sbwino.org. Please send corrections to in...@sbwino.org
Happenings
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friday's @ vino
When: Fri Mar 28, 2025 at 05:00 PM to Fri Mar 28, 2025 at 07:00 PM
Where: Vino Divino, 2012 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA
Why:
tasting line up
2022 Diatom Chardonnay
2022 Nielson Pinot Noir
2022 Baca Zinfandel
2022 Press Gang GSM
2022 Caterwaul Cabernet
*members enjoy for free!
non-member fee is $20
(become a member at the link below and enjoy the tasting this Friday for free!)
https://www.vinosb.com
++++++++++++++++++++++++
Festival of Forgotten Grapes
When: Sat Mar 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM to Sat Mar 29, 2025 at 05:00 PM
Where: Mica Studios, 356 S Mission Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA
Why:
Everyone knows Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Noir. But do you know Semillon, Cinsault, Teroldego, Nebbiolo, and Marsanne? With more than 110 unique wine varieties grown in California alone, The Festival of Forgotten Grapes celebrates the unknown “underdog” grapes of California wine and showcases the winemakers from across the state who share and spread the Forgotten Grapes love with every bottle they make.
At The Festival of Forgotten Grapes, you’ll not only get to taste scores of lesser-known and uncommon Forgotten Grape wines, but you’ll also be able to order the wines you love right there at the event and have them delivered directly to you within three weeks for one exceptionally low delivery fee. No matter how many different wines you select, no matter how many different wineries, there are no multiple shipping fees. Just one low delivery rate for these outrageous Forgotten Grape wines delivered directly to your door.
So come taste the adventure and try something new at the Festival of Forgotten Grapes. Don’t settle for the ordinary! We promise to please your palates with delicious Forgotten Grapes!
https://festivalofforgottengrapes.com/eventbrite-event/please-the-palate-presents-the-festival-of-forgotten-grapes/
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Wine Tasting Event Featuring the Fool's who make Fuil
When: Tue Apr 1, 2025 at 06:00 PM to Tue Apr 1, 2025 at 08:00 PM
Where: The Good Land Wine Shop & Bar 4177 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93110, United States
Why:
My next winemaker event features someone you probably don't know about...yet. Matt and Carolina are a husband and wife team that make wine. Their journey might be called mild insanity, or a foolhardy fancy, but they made the leap to pursue a wine dream and they haven't looked back. Fuil is a Gaelic word meaning blood, kin, land, passion, and temperament...and it also means foolish. This might be happening on April 1st. These wine are extremely good...AND they are unique! You need to come by and taste them...and meet the winemakers. Of course there will be local cheese and live music by Gary Heck...the Good Land provides! $25
++++++++++++++++++++++++
Fool's Gold Wine Festival
When: Sat Apr 5, 2025 at 03:00 PM to Sat Apr 5, 2025 at 05:00 PM
Where: Pico Los Alamos 458 Bell St Los Alamos, CA 93440
Why:
Join us for a tasting of library wines, unicorns, and rarities from local producers including Brander, Civilization, Clementine Carter, Disko, DreamCote, Eislynn, Ken Brown, LoFi, Lumen, Pars Fortuna, Rancho Sisquoc, Roark, Rocket's Red, Sea Creatures, Storm, Story of Soil, and Whitcraft. $25 per ticket
https://www.exploretock.com/picolosalamos/event/526088/fools-gold-wine-festival
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Visit http://livenotessb.com for a comprehensive listing of live music at wine bars, wineries, and other local venues.
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News and other Nonsense
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How looming tariffs are hurting California's wine and liquor industry
Bars, wine shops and importers are anxious about Trump's proposed tariffs, which they say will imperil an industry already facing serious challenges.
https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2025-03-25/trump-wine-champagne-spirits-tariffs
These Two Words Are Key to Understanding Why Your Wine Tastes Buttery
Malolactic fermentation is a naturally occurring process in wine. It helps to tame astringency in red wines and can offer stability and a creamier texture to whites. Here's how to understand exactly what "malo" is and how it can affect the wines you love and loathe.
https://www.foodandwine.com/malolactic-fermentation-wine-explainer-11699822
Here's the Real Reason You Taste Wine Before the Waiter Pours
Want to impress your friends at a fancy restaurant? Here's what you're looking for when a server offers a taste of that newly opened wine.
https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/heres-the-real-reason-you-taste-wine-before-a-waiter-pours/
Trump threatens 200% tariff on European wine
President Donald Trump is threatening a 200% tariff on European wine, Champagne and spirits if the European Union goes forward with a planned tariff on American whiskey. The European import tax, which was unveiled in response to steel and aluminum tariffs by the U.S. administration, is expected to go into effect April 1, just ahead of separate reciprocal tariffs that Trump plans to place on the EU. Trump on Thursday called the EU among “the most hostile and abusive taxing and tariffing authorities," complaining about the lack of U.S. auto sales in Europe and about lawsuits and fines against U.S. tech companies there. The European Commission says Europe wants to “negotiate to avoid tariffs.”
https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-eu-whiskey-cb259623a25ca1bfdb4673262ceef85b
AI Made Its Way to Vineyards. Here’s How the Technology Is Helping Make Your Wine
Experts say the wine industry is proof that businesses can integrate the technology efficiently to supplement labor without job losses.
https://time.com/7266310/ai-vineyards-wine/
Is red wine a healthier choice than white wine? Uncorking the cancer risks
Researchers have conducted a study that scours 'the vast and often contradictory literature on the carcinogenicity of red and white wine' to assess whether this assumption holds up, and to compare the cancer risks associated with wine type.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250310131644.htm
Are California wines really full of scary additives?
For the last few years, ads on social media have been telling consumers that there’s a lot more than just grapes in the average bottle of California wine.
https://norcalpublicmedia.org/2025031197656/news-feed/are-california-wines-really-full-of-scary-additives
California wine supply drops 24%
A preliminary report from the US Department of Agriculture indicates that California's 2024 grape crush is the lowest for 20 years.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/03/california-wine-supply-drops-24/
8 of the Funniest Wine Reviews on Vivino
Founded in 2010, Vivino is an app where wine lovers can catalog and rate their favorite — and not-so-favorite — bottles. In its decade and a half of existence, the online hub has accumulated millions of wine reviews, with users sharing their own personal opinions on just about every bottle available on the market. While many of the reviews are useful for shoppers browsing store shelves or restaurant lists, others can get a bit… unhinged. Some users treat the platform as a chance to share personal stories, while others use it to test out their poetry chops.
https://vinepair.com/articles/funniest-wine-reviews-on-vivino/
Wine Gone Wrong? How to Tell If Your Bottle Has Gone Bad
Perfectly Aged or Time to Pitch It? Master sommelier shares insights about storage, aging & spoilage There’s nothing quite as disappointing as opening a
https://www.fb101.com/wine-gone-wrong-how-to-tell-if-your-bottle-has-gone-bad/
Vaquero. Vintner. Landman. Leader.
Could James Ontiveros be the most important man in West Coast wine?
https://www.independent.com/2025/02/26/vaquero-vintner-landman-leader
Making a Wine Bottle Cabinet & Bar
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBDOnyRxmWo
The most interesting grape you've never heard of could be an ideal match for climate change
It’s exceedingly rare in the U.S. but this French heat-tolerant grape is getting more fans, including in Sonoma County.
https://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/lifestyle/picpoul-blanc-sonoma-county/
The 25 Biggest Wine Suppliers in the U.S.
The American Association of Wine Economics (AAWE) recently revealed the largest wine suppliers in the U.S. in an Instagram post. Using data sourced from the “2024 Wine Handbook”, AAWE compiled a list ranking the top 25 wine producers and distributors based on sales and market share in 2023. Digging into the data, it’s clear that the top suppliers dominate the market. Gallo — the wine giant behind top wine brands like Barefoot, La Marca, Mark West, Louis M.
https://vinepair.com/booze-news/americas-25-biggest-wine-suppliers/
Very rare paintings depicting the god of wine unearthed in Pompeii 2,000 years after city was buried by ash and lava
"It is an exceptional historical document," said Italian Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/pompeii-rare-paintings-god-of-wine-unearthed/
California Wine Festival raises a glass in two Orange County cities
Dana Point and Huntington Beach will both play host to the nationally recognized wine enthusiast event this year.
https://www.latimes.com/socal/daily-pilot/entertainment/story/2025-02-11/raise-a-glass-as-california-wine-festival-makes-two-orange-county-stops
Yes, the Sales Reports Are Scary, but Here's Why I Believe the Wine Biz Will Bounce Back
Wine sales are down and the recent Silicon Valley Bank Wine Report scared a lot of people in the wine business who are worried the trend will continue. Veteran wine writer Ray Isle spoke with winemaker Alecia Moore — aka the rock star P!nk — who gave him reasons to believe that new fans will fall in love with wine.
https://www.foodandwine.com/the-state-of-wine-and-pink-11680224
Comparative analysis of fungal and bacterial composition in natural wines and their closest pesticide-treated counterparts - Scientific Reports
Fermentation produces diverse consumables like bread, wine, beer, and cheese, with fungi playing a key role. This study sequenced fungal and bacteria DNA from 46 commercial wines, paired by vineyard proximity, harvest time, and grape variety. One in each pair was natural, while the other had pesticide treatments and microbial adjunctions. Bacteria profiles were studied using targeted sequencing of the V3-V4 region of the 16 S rRNA gene while fungal profiles were studied with ITS gene targeted sequencing. Significant variability was observed in the microbial content of these wines. We identified 19 unique fungal species in natural wines, absent in pesticide-treated ones. Some have known health roles. The most abundant was Penicillium jiangxiense in Lot-et-Garonne, known for its antitumor properties. Hyphopichia pseudoburtonii, with notable aromatic properties, was also detected, commonly found in insect and fish microbiota. Antrodia favescens, related to the medicinal Antrodia cinnamomea, was identified in another location, known for its role in Chinese herbal medicine against cancer and metabolic diseases. Ochrocladosporium elatum, recognized for its antioxidant and antibacterial activities, was found elsewhere. Additionally, natural wines exhibited greater bacterial biodiversity, contributing to unique tastes and potential health benefits.
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-88655-4
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No nation is drunken where wine is cheap; and none sober, where the dearness of wine substitutes ardent spirits as the common beverage fix but the duty at the rate of other merchandise, and we can drink wine here as cheaply as we do grog; and who will not prefer it?
- Thomas Jefferson 1818
++++++++++++++++++++++++
DISCLAIMER: The information in this newsletter is provided as a public service, for informational purposes only. All information in this newsletter is presented without any representation, guaranty, or warranty whatsoever regarding the accuracy, relevance, or completeness of the information.
The information contained in in this newsletter is provided only as general information, which may be incomplete or outdated. Please note that readers of this newsletter are responsible for independently verifying any and all information. The inclusion of links in this newsletter does not imply endorsement or support of any of the linked information, services, products, or providers.
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Live event and news updates can be found at www.sbwino.org. Please send corrections to in...@sbwino.org
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