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friday's @ vino

When: Fri Jul 25, 2025 at 05:00 PM to Fri Jul 25, 2025 at 07:00 PM
Where: Vino Divino, 2012 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA
Why:

Jenna from Breakthru will be pouring her favorites

tasting line up

2024 Chateau de Campuget Rose
2021 Jordan Chardonnay
2022 Sinegal Sonoma Cabernet
2023 Caterwaul Sonoma Cabernet
2023 Caterwaul Napa 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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A Taste of Camarillo

When: Sun Jul 27, 2025 at 12:00 PM to Sun Jul 27, 2025 at 04:30 PM
Where: Camarillo Ranch, 201 Camarillo Ranch Rd, Camarillo, CA 93012, USA
Why:

• SAMPLE FROM FINE WINES AND MANY OF THE AREA’S FINEST RESTAURANTS, CRAFT BREWERIES, CIDERS, SPIRITS & MORE

• THE FESTIVAL WILL FEATURE THE LIVE BAND BAD HABIT, A HIGH-ENERGY SO CAL COVER BAND THAT PLAYS FUN, UPBEAT, CLASSIC HITS FROM THE '80S, '90S, AND MORE! LOTS OF DANCING WITH DANCE LESSONS FROM KRISTAL LYNN DANCE. THIS YEAR’S THEME
“CUT LOOSE, FOOTLOOSE” WANTS YOU TO “KICK OFF THE SUNDAY SHOES”.

• WET YOUR WHISTLE AT THE BEERS & CHEERS PUB POURING TASTY COLD CRAFT BREWS AND HAVE FUN AT THE PROUD MARY SALOON SIPPING TANTALIZING SPIRITS, BOTH OPEN FOR ALL TO ENJOY. NEW THIS YEAR WILL BE A SPECIAL BOURBON ROW TO TRY PREMIER SPIRITS. ALL OPEN TO ALL GUESTS.

• Boutique shopping – a variety of clothing, accessories, wine paraphernalia & more
• THIS YEAR WE ARE OFFERING THE “GOLDEN TASTE” WITH EARLY ADMITTANCE AT NOON. THIS GIVES GUESTS AN EXTRA HOUR AND THE CHANCE TO GET THE FIRST, GOLDEN TASTE AT ALL OF OUR EXHIBITORS. THE GOLDEN TASTE IS PART OF SPONSORSHIP OR MAY BE PURCHASED IN ADDITION TO YOUR GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET

• ENJOY YOUR OWN PRIVATE CABANA AVAILABLE THROUGH SPONSORSHIP. MANY SPONSORSHIP LEVELS ARE AVAILABLE. SEE SPONSORSHIP TAB. SPONSORS HAVE A PRIVATE ENTRANCE AND PARKING.

• GENERAL ADMISSION ENTERS OFF CAMARILLO RANCH ROAD AT GATE B STARTING AT 1 PM. EVENT CLOSES AT 4:30 PM, LAST CALL AT 4:00 PM. GOLDEN TASTE GUESTS ENTER AT NOON.

https://tasteofcamarillo.com/festival-information/

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Wine Tasting Event Featuring Max Hara - Peake Ranch Wines

When: Tue Jul 29, 2025 at 05:30 PM to Tue Jul 29, 2025 at 07:30 PM
Where: The Good Land Wine Shop & Bar 4177 State St, Santa Barbara, CA  93110, United States
Why:

Stop by the shop this Tuesday July 29th between 530 and 730pm and meet Max Hara, winemaker at Peake Ranch Winery.  Max has a Masters degree in Viticulture & Enology, and his background in science brings a valuable component to winemaking at Peake Ranch.  This winery sits on the location of the vintage Sanford tasting room from the Sideways movie...and you just might be able to discern a fluttering of edam cheese if you pay close attention.  These wines are amazing people! Wine, Cheese, and live music by Dustin Janson...the Good Land provides. $25 per person.

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Twilight Tasting

When: Fri Aug  1, 2025 at 05:30 PM to Fri Aug  1, 2025 at 07:30 PM
Where: Rideau Vineyard, 1562 Alamo Pintado Rd, Solvang, CA 93463, USA
Why:

The evening will highlight the versatility of Rhone wines and include a selection of 100+ wines representing esoteric varietals such as Clairette Blanche, Picpoul Blanc, Cinsault, and Counoise to the more well-known Rhone varietals Viognier, Grenache, and Syrah PLUS white and red-Rhone blends.

Ticket includes a Rhone Rangers logo glass, Live Music with McKenna Elliott, and a Taco Bar generously provided by our sponsor Coastal Vineyard Care Associates.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/twilight-tasting-tickets-1420080502009

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Wine & Fire

When: Thu Aug 14, 2025 at 12:00 AM to Mon Aug 18, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Where: Santa Ynez Valley, California 93460, USA
Why:

Join us for this four-day weekend celebrating our wineries and vineyards in the Sta. Rita Hills.

The weekend kicks off with our annual Barn Party, followed by a La Paulée Style dinner honoring our Vintners of the Year, Saturday morning’s Speed Tasting with a Winemaker, Saturday evening’s Grand Tasting at the historic La Purisima Mission, and Sunday Funday celebrations hosted by individual wineries.

https://www.staritahills.com/events

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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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Why Alcohol Consumers 20-to-40 are Drinking Less Wine

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https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/305790

How tariffs could impact French wine imports

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https://www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2025/07/11/tariffs-french-wine

Inside London’s secret wine cellars

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https://www.thetimes.com/life-style/luxury/article/london-wine-cellars-times-luxury-hdvpm8gsv

Economic Impact Of U.S. Wine Industry Reaches $323 Billion, Supporting Family Wineries

A conversation with Jim Tresize, President of Wine America, highlights the importance of small family wine businesses across America, and their positive impact on the U.S. economy.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/lizthach/2025/07/15/economic-impact-of-us-wine-industry-reaches-323-billion-supporting-family-wineries/

Australia's red wine glut set to worsen after increase in national grape crush

Australia crushed more red wine grapes this year but fewer people are drinking it, prompting warnings of a worsening wine glut.
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‘Baths, wine, and sex make life worth living’: how ancient Romans used public baths to relax, work out and socialise

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https://archaeologymag.com/2025/06/baths-wine-and-sex-make-life-worth-living/

A New Gardening Hack Using Wine Corks Is Going Viral

A new gardening hack that repurposes old wine corks for drainage has wine fans cheering.
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Wine and beer prices rise under new glass packaging levy

A new government packaging levy could add 9p to a bottle of wine and 4p to a bottle of beer as part of its wider net-zero strategy.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/06/wine-and-beer-prices-rise-under-new-glass-packaging-levy/

I'm a Travel Writer Who Visits Vineyards Each Year—Here's What to Wear to a Winery This Summer From $19

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https://www.travelandleisure.com/what-to-wear-to-a-winery-expert-picks-11720116

How Long Does Wine Last After Opening? A Wine Expert Weighs In

Opened wine can last a lot longer than you think -- if you store it the right way.
https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/how-long-does-wine-last-after-opening-a-wine-expert-weighs-in/

8 Things You Should Know About Ridge Vineyards, the Winery Behind California’s Iconic Monte Bello Bottle

From Monte Bello to Geyserville and Lytton Springs, Ridge Vineyards works with some of the most iconic vineyard sites in the history of American wine. But while many sommeliers and oenophiles are enamored by the winery’s expressive Bordeaux-style blends and Zinfandels, some might not be aware of just how far back this winery’s history goes. From the conception of the Monte Bello vineyard in the 1800s to the Judgement of Paris, there’s a lot that went into the brand that Ridge is today.
https://vinepair.com/articles/ntk-ridge-vineyards/

8 Beers Even Hardcore Wine Lovers Can Get Behind This Summer

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https://www.foodandwine.com/beers-for-wine-lovers-11755756

First for UC Davis as student wines released for sale

UC Davis has said it will start selling California wines produced by students and staff at its prestigious viticulture and oenology department...
https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/first-for-uc-davis-as-student-wines-released-for-sale-559530/

The World’s 50 Best Wines, According To The Decanter World Wine Awards

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Wine Sales Are in Decline—Here’s How Western Wineries Are Reaching Younger Generations

Wine sales have been on a slow but steady decline in recent years, leaving wineries wondering how to reach out to younger generations.
https://www.sunset.com/food-wine/wine-pairings/wine-industry-gen-z-millennials

Billionaire Bill Koch’s wine cellar fetches record $28.8m at auction

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https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/billionaire-bill-kochs-wine-cellar-fetches-record-28-8m-at-auction-559466/

Ice’s ‘inhumane’ arrest of well-known vineyard manager shakes Oregon wine industry

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How AVAs and vineyard designations on labels increase your enjoyment of wines

Boots in dusty, ultra-fine grained sandy loam defining much of the Lodi AVA, making a direct impact on the sensory qualities of the region's wines.

Let’s start with two questions:

1. What is an AVA?
2. Why are AVAs important?

AVA stands for American Viticultural Area; a concept first established in 1980 by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, or ATF, to recognize places of origins of American wines, which appear on wine labels.

At that time, the ATF—an independent bureau within the United States Department of the Treasury—began receiving and handling petitions for AVAs from regional wine or grape growing organizations across the country. In January 2003, under the provisions of the Homeland Security Act of 2002, the ATF was reorganized and the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) was created to oversee the process of defining officially recognized American Viticultural Areas...
https://www.lodiwine.com/blog/Why-AVAs-and-vineyard-designations-on-labels-are-important

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I'm like old wine. They don't bring me out very often, but I'm well preserved.
- Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy (b. 1890) Family matriarch, mother of John F. and Robert F. Kennedy
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