“The speeds of today’s bottling lines are truly staggering and the fact that we are able to tell rich and evocative stories on thin paper that has been printed, embossed, debossed, foiled, varnished, treated, stretched, glued and then dumped in an ice bucket is incredible. Without such papers we wouldn’t be able to tell such […]
Register here A variety of government policies and regulations - and some wine industry practices - are keeping the wines from our four wine-producing provinces (and even from import brands) from growing in key markets across the country. It seemed to take a pandemic to loosen some of the more constrictive policies that have disadvantaged […]
Join us for our 13th annual Impact Napa Conference. This year, the panel will focus on doing business in the time of Covid. Panelists include Jean-Charles Boisset, Proprietor of Raymond Cellars; Linsey Gallagher, President & CEO of Visit Napa Valley and Emma Swain, CEO of St. Supery Estate Vineyards and Winery. The panel will be […]
Join us on Tuesday, November 3rd at 11:00am PST for a quick review and live Q&A with Dr. Nichola Hall and Darren Michaels, where we will be discussing stuck wine treatments and how to get a restart going towards the best possible outcome. Topics Include: Brief procedure overview Critical control steps in building a successful […]
The annual Harvest Terroir Challenge is the only wine competition that judges entries entirely by AVA, taking into account the unique properties that make up each winegrowing region. Entries that best exemplify the soil and climate of their respective viticultural areas are recognized and rewarded for their ability to convey the essence of that AVA. […]
Wine Industry’s First Ever Virtual Job Fair Promoting Diversity and Inclusion Be the Change is an equal opportunity initiative committed to changing the status quo through action and policy. The initiative seeks to establish a diverse wine industry through facilitating job placement with companies dedicated to creating real solutions with diversity and equity training, measurable […]
In celebration of Healthy Soils Week (November 30-December 5, 2020), join the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance, Wine Institute, and the California Association of Winegrape Growers for a special no-cost virtual event: Moderators: • Allison Jordan, Executive Director, California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance • Honore Comfort, Vice President of International Marketing, Wine Institute Panelists: • Dr. Kerri Steenwerth, Research […]
We are excited to host the next webinar from Scott Labs' Packaging Department with our friends at Rack & Riddle. Special guest speaker Manveer Sandhu, Rack & Riddle's Director of Winemaking, will share his insight and expertise for sparkling wine production using the Méthode Champenoise. Whether you're considering starting a sparkling project or already have […]
WHAT: Chappellet & Chocolate: Pairing with Napa Valley Chocolatier Holly Peterson WHEN: Thursday, December 3 at 4:30pm PT LINK: https://www.chappellet.com/virtual_tastings/chappellet-chocolate-pairing-with-napa-valley-chocolatier-holly-peterson/ DETAILS: On December 3, join Cyril Chappellet, CEO of Chappellet, as he welcomes Napa Valley favorite, Chocolatier and Chef Holly Peterson, for a fun and festive virtual tasting featuring three celebrated Chappellet wines paired with […]
A Virtual Introduction: Robert Hall’s Regenerative Viticulture Case Study with Philippe Armenier & Caine Thompson Date: Friday, December 4, 2020 Time: 10:00 am – 11.00 am We would like to thank you for your interest in the first regenerative farming Field Day at Robert Hall Winery with Philippe Armenier. The response to the Field Day has been […]
To preserve each wine profile and avoid rapid evolution, one of the key solutions is to better manage oxygen. Winemaking stages from cellar ageing to bottling are the most critical regarding oxygen pick-up in wines. We will present the best-in-class practices and related key solutions to put in place at each critical winemaking step, particularly […]
The North Bay Business Journal will honor exceptional wine, spirits and beer industry leaders and suppliers in the North Bay at this annual celebration! Register here now
Supervisor to Superstar: Igniting the X-factor in high-performance teams Studies confirm what you already know: When we develop self-awareness, “We make sounder decisions, build stronger relationships, and communicate more effectively. We’re less likely to lie, cheat, and steal. We are better workers who get more promotions. And we’re more-effective leaders with more-satisfied employees and more-profitable companies.” Harvard Business Review What Self-Awareness Really Is, by Tasha Eurich 1-04-2018 Most managers think they are self-aware, […]
WHAT: CellarPassTV with Spottswoode Estate and Chris Sawyer Sommelier WHEN: Wednesday, December 9 from 6:00pm-7:00pm PT REGISTER HERE NOW DETAILS: Join us for CellarPass TV, broadcasting Wednesday from 6PM - 7PM Pacific. Pour yourself a glass of your favorite Spottswoode wine or whatever you have in your cellar. We are overjoyed to introduce Beth […]
Join InnoVint for a live, virtual event featuring WineXRay, ETS Laboratories, and west coast winemaker testimonials. Topics will include the latest news on smoke-affected wines, phenolic trends, and reflections from this year’s unprecedented season. Mark your calendars for December 10th at 11 am PT / 2 pm EST. Register Here
Join Commerce7 and WinePulse on December 10th at 11am PT for our live webinar “2020 in Review.” Together, we will dive into data insights and trends across DtC wine channels throughout 2020, and take a look at what’s next for the year ahead. Submit your questions at registration and join the conversation! Register for the Webinar
WHAT: Pinnacle Wines and Holiday Pairings with Duckhorn Portfolio: Host the Holidays Like a Pro! WHEN: Friday, December 11, 2020 TIME: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM WHERE: Duckhorn Vineyards 1000 Lodi Lane St. Helena, CA 94574 REGISTER HERE NOW DETAILS: Surrender yourself to the decadence of the season while achieving balance with the perfect gift […]
Since centuries, oak in winemaking has evolved from being a convenient vessel to a precise winemaking tool used to improve and manage wine profile. In this webinar, we will talk […]
Join us on Wednesday, January 13th for a live videocast and release of the 20th annual State of the Wine Industry Report. This will be the first opportunity in 2021 to fully review […]
This is always the “CAN’T MISS” meeting of the year – our annual Dollars & $ense Seminar and Trade Show. It is one of the North Coast’s longest running and most widely attended wine industry tradeshows for grape growers and vintners. This year’s theme is a 2020 Recap – “Under Pressure” and a Look Ahead […]
It's time to prepare your next vintage for bottling! Tannins and oak are well-used tools to influence wine style and diminish unwanted astringency and greenness, and can be applied effectively […]
Presented by and a fundraiser for Free the Grapes!, the popular Direct to Consumer Wine Symposium will take place virtually, January 19-22, 2021. Now in its 14th year, the Symposium is […]
Join us as we follow-up with Jon Moramarco, Managing Partner for bw166 LLC and Editor & Partner for Goldberg & Fredrikson as well as Sarah House, Senior Economist with Wells […]
Most modern crossflow filtration systems achieve clarification in a single automated process step without the need for filter aids or centrifugation. Even with automation it is difficult to achieve fully […]
Center of Effort and Chef Chris Shackelford of Trelio Restaurant have partnered to bring you a virtual cooking class that will take you step-by-step in preparing a dinner with wine pairings. Chef will […]
