San Francisco Bay

Details: Join more than 30 Mendocino Winegrowers for an annual swirl through the region’s diverse showcase of fine wines, artisanal foods, enchanting destinations and unique experiences. Take a deep dive into epic Pinot Noirs, robust reds, crisp whites and bring-it-on bubbles. Pack home a cache of collectibles at this intimate celebration of the people and products who define the Mendocino difference. A discovery no palate can resist! Great wines and happy times! Mendocino County has a high enrollment of green certifications for sustainable, organic, biodynamic and Fish Friendly farming.

Details: Wine and grapes are about place, they speak of the soil from which they grew. Take a tour of this local vineyard, captain vineyards, the first green winery in Contra Costa County and a small business climate leader. We will touch on sustainable grape growing and wine making. The visit will also include a barrel tasting of 4-5 varietals of wine and cheese pairing. Not often you partake in on experience like this in your backyard. Appointment is needed, by calling 925 330 2440.

Details: The competition will focus exclusively on the needs of on premise establishments such as bars, restaurants, lounges and clubs, making this competition fundamentally different from any other wine competition within the U.S. The goal of the Sommeliers Choice Awards is simple: to provide experienced on premise buyers and sommeliers a valuable benchmark for understanding which wines would make a compelling addition to a wine list. Website: https://sommelierschoiceawards.com/en/ Judging Date: May 19-20, 2019