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California Wine Festival
When: Fri Jun 20, 2025 at 12:00 AM to Sun Jun 22, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Where: Carlsbad, CA, USA
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Paniolo Party
When: Sat Jun 21, 2025 at 04:00 PM to Sat Jun 21, 2025 at 07:00 PM
Where: Kaena at The Ranch, 800 E Hwy 246, Solvang, CA 93463, USA
Why:
The Futures Wine Tasting is an exclusive tasting of upcoming wines that are yet to be bottled, hosted by our winemaker Mikael Sigouin.
These select wines will be available for pre-order at an exclusive discount for guests attending the Panilo Party. Don't miss out on your opportunity to purchase these wines at the lowest price they will ever be!
Paniolo Party Tickets at
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Wine Tasting Event Featuring Jill Russell of Cambria Estates
When: Tue Jun 24, 2025 at 06:00 PM to Tue Jun 24, 2025 at 08:00 PM
Where: The Good Land Wine Shop & Bar 4177 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93110, United States
Why:
Most university students aren’t sure what they want to do with their degree, but for Jill Russell, wine was always part of the plan. She racked up some major miles in her training: a semester spent learning about wine in Adelaide, Australia, working a harvest at Menetou-Salon in France’s Loire Valley. Back stateside, she joined Paul Lato at his boutique Santa Barbara winery, diving into Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Maria Valley, and stoking her enduring love of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. She loves working with the vineyards of Cambria Estates, getting to knowthem on a block-by-block basis, digging into the clones, soils, and microclimates. Her passion and unique energy are in every bottle. These wines are great people! So come by the shop this Tuesday June 24th and meet Jill, taste her amazing wines, have some locally made cheese, and listen to live music by Dustin Janson. The Good Land provides...
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Uncorked & Curated
When: Sat Jun 28, 2025 at 12:30 PM to Sat Jun 28, 2025 at 05:00 PM
Where: Babcock Winery & Vineyards, 5175 CA-246, Lompoc, CA 93436, USA
Why:
Join us for a super fun afternoon of delicious wine, elevated comfort food from local food truck Sassafrass, & a stellar collection of talented, hand-picked merchants...
Entry is complimentary! Wine, food, and other cool finds may be purchased on site.
https://www.babcockwinery.com/Visit-Us-/Events++++++++++++++++++++++++
Santa Barbara Wine + Food Festival
When: Sat Jun 28, 2025 at 02:00 PM to Sat Jun 28, 2025 at 05:00 PM
Where: Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta Del Sol, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105
Why:
Join us in 2025 to sip and savor 100+ of the Central Coast's best wineries and culinary delights while enjoying a splendid summer afternoon in the Museum's oak woodland along Mission Creek. At the Museum Saturday, June 28, 2025 / 2:00 PM–5:00 PMEarly Entry: $ 175. Early entry at 1:00 PM to the entire festival. General Admission: $ 130 Entry at 2:00 P.M. Sip from a commemorative wine glass and enjoy wineries and food purveyors across the Museum’s beautiful outdoor spaces. One hundred percent of the net proceeds from the Santa Barbara Wine + Food Festival® support the Museum’s nature and science education programs. All entries must bring valid identification, such as a driver’s license. All IDs will be checked regardless of age, and no one under 21 years will be admitted.
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Santa Ynez Valley Polo Classic
When: Sun Jun 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM to Sun Jun 29, 2025 at 03:00 PM
Where: Happy Canyon Vineyard, 1100-1198 Secretariate St, Santa Ynez, CA 93460, USA
Why:
By bringing world-class polo to the Santa Ynez Valley, the Classic’s mission is to raise much-needed funds for People Helping People’s programs, which are dedicated to improving the lives of adults and children in the Santa Ynez Valley and Los Alamos by addressing emergency and basic needs.
Wine Club Members enjoy a discounted price. Event includes tented seating, Ranch style BBQ lunch (vegetarian options), Happy Canyon Vineyard wines, beer and soft drinks all included in your ticket price!
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Uncorked & Curated
When: Sun Jun 29, 2025 at 12:30 PM to Sun Jun 29, 2025 at 05:00 PM
Where: Babcock Winery & Vineyards, 5175 CA-246, Lompoc, CA 93436, USA
Why:
Join us for a super fun afternoon of delicious wine, elevated comfort food from local food truck Sassafrass, and a stellar collection of talented, hand-picked merchants...
Entry is complimentary! Wine, food, and other cool finds may be purchased on site.
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News and other Nonsense
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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
We all know the type — the steadfast wine drinker who insists they don't like beer. Blow some minds with these savvy swaps to satisfy winos of all kinds.
https://www.foodandwine.com/beers-for-wine-lovers-11755756First 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
Decanter’s 22nd World Wine Awards reveal the 50 Best in Show — 2025’s top wines worldwide and must-haves for your cellar or tasting list. Time to start tasting.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/joemicallef/2025/06/18/the-worlds-50-best-wines-according-to-the-decanter-world-wine-awards/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-millennialsBillionaire Bill Koch’s wine cellar fetches record $28.8m at auction
Rare bottles of legendary Burgundy wines helped an auction of cellar gems from US collector Bill Koch to set a record, said Christie’s...
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
Friends and family of Moises Sotelo ‘disappointed and disgusted’ after respected fixture detained outside church
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jun/19/oregon-vineyard-manager-arrest-iceHow 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-importantRIDGE Opens New Tasting Room in Paso Robles - Ridge Vineyards
June 2025 A New Chapter in Paso Robles: RIDGE Tasting Room Opens June 26th We are excited to announce the opening of our new tasting room in Paso Robles on Thursday, June 26th—bringing one of California’s most historic wineries to one of its most dynamic wine regions. While the tasting room is new, RIDGE’s roots […]
https://www.ridgewine.com/about/news/ridge-opens-new-tasting-room-in-paso-robles/One of the World’s Greatest Wine Collectors Is Auctioning Off Prized Bottles
William I. Koch, one of the world's greatest collectors, is auctioning off prized wines bottles from his cellars via Christie's
https://robbreport.com/food-drink/spirits/william-i-koch-wine-auction-christies-1236796289/MSN
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/how-owning-wine-stock-can-uncork-unexpected-perks/ar-AA1Gh6zdTWE ASX: low-alcohol wines in the sights of Penfolds owner Treasury Wines
Penfolds owner Treasury Wine Estates has spent $15m on new technology and a brand called Sorbet as wine tries to catch up with beer.
https://www.afr.com/companies/retail/winemakers-race-to-find-a-low-alcohol-wine-that-passes-taste-test-20250610-p5m659California Wine Festival
The California Wine Festival returns to its coastal hometown of Santa Barbara for two unforgettable days of wine, gourmet bites and seaside
https://wineindustryadvisor.com/event/california-wine-festival-2/UC Davis students can now bottle and sell their wines made on campus to support scholarships
For the first time ever, UC Davis is allowed to bottle up and sell wines made by students in its Department of Viticulture and Enology.
https://www.cbsnews.com/sacramento/news/uc-davis-students-sell-wine/The English have become wine producers as well as wine consumers
English wine is changing the landscape
https://www.economist.com/britain/2025/06/12/the-english-have-become-wine-producers-as-well-as-wine-consumers50 Affordable Wines You Can Always Trust
Sometimes wine is daunting, and the fact that vintages change every year is one of the reasons. Was 2014 better than 2015? Worse? How are you supposed...
https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/50-wines-you-can-always-trust6 Cities With Underrated Wine Bar Scenes
While visiting a wine region in person can provide stunning views and eye-opening experiences, a wine-focused trip doesn’t always have to revolve around vineyards and wineries. Cities, though miles away from where the grapes are grown, make some of the best wine destinations for drinkers eager to explore a wine variety of bottles. Paris, Tokyo, New York City, and Copenhagen are renowned for their bar and restaurant scenes, with deep cellars and pairing menus well-worth traveling for.
https://vinepair.com/articles/underrated-wine-bar-destinations-north-america/Arizona's wine industry is booming — but can it weather the climate crisis?
With rising temperatures, how can wine grow in Arizona? Wine makers and experts join Valley 101 to talk about adapting to climate change.
https://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/dining/wine/2025/06/09/arizona-wine-industry-climate-change/84078717007/++++++++++++++++++++++++
His lips drink water, but his heart drinks wine.
- e. e. cummings
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