This week only, we’re adding something extra to make your Sip & Savor experience even more exciting. Every ticket purchased for our May 1st Sip & Savor includes an entry into a wine giveaway , a curated 4-pack featuring one wine from each winery pouring at the event: Bienvenue, Bucher, Jeff Cohn & Parea. A collection valued at over $200 ! The giveaway entry offer ends Sunday, April 26th at midnight, and the winner will be announced at the event on Friday, May 1st (must be present to win). This isn’t your typical wine tasting… At our Kentucky Derby Sip & Savor , it’s all about sipping, playing, and celebrating. Here’s what you can expect: Photo Booth Moments – Grab your crew and capture the night DIY Hat-Making Station – Because Derby style is a must Lawn Games & Activities – A little friendly competition never hurts Welcome Mint Spritz – The perfect way to kick off the evening Classic Derby Races on the TVs – Get into the spirit Music + Great Vibes all night l

Celebrate the Masters Tournament with us for an evening of great wine, delicious food, and good vibes! Join us for a relaxed night of wine, food, and great company. For just $25, you’ll enjoy a tasting of 8 wines — featuring pours from Bienvenue, Bucher, Copper Six and more. Stroll through our tasting salons, chat with the makers, and sip at your own pace. We’re also excited to welcome Bayou on the Bay as our featured food truck, serving up flavorful bites available for purchase — perfect for pairing with your favorite wines. Friday, April 10th | 5–8 PM Grand Cru Custom Crush 1200 American Way Windsor, CA 95492-7861 Get Tickets

The countdown is on, our Holiday Open House & Marketplace is less than 1 week away, happening Saturday, November 22nd from 11AM to 3PM! We’re thrilled to welcome back some of your favorite Grand Cru member wineries and craft artisans, along with a few new faces you won’t want to miss. Returning Favorites + Exciting First-Timers What’s waiting for you:  Taste 40+ wines from our family of small producers  Discover one-of-a-kind gifts and treats from local craft artisans  Kids crafts table for little hands  We’re dog friendly — bring your furry friends along  Sip coffee samples from Bella Rosa Coffee  Delicious bites from Benny's Smash Burgers and Three's a Platter Mobile Charcuterie (available for purchase)  Complimentary valet parking Featured Wineries: Bienvenue • Black Kite • Bucher • Boars' View • Copper Six • Cormorant • Jeff Cohn Cellars • Morét-Brealynn

The holidays are coming up fast, and we’re so excited to invite you to our Holiday Open House + Marketplace on Saturday, November 22nd at Grand Cru Custom Crush! With less than six weeks to go, this is the perfect way to kick off your holiday shopping early (before the crowds!) — and enjoy delicious handcrafted wines at the same time. Discover 40+ wines from our member wineries, shop from talented local artisans, and enjoy tasty bites from food vendors on site. It’s a festive day of wine, shopping, and community that you won’t want to miss!  Tickets: $35 — includes limitless wine tastings and valet service.  Food available for purchase separately. As a thank-you to our email subscribers, if you missed the early bird pricing, here’s an exclusive $5 off discount just for you: Use code: HOLIDAY5  Come sip, shop, and celebrate with us — we can’t wait to see you there! Tickets Here! Participating Wineries: Bienvenue | Blac

So far this year three additional states—Arkansas, Mississippi, and most recently Delaware—have approved the issuance of licenses allowing DTC wine sales. Here is a brief overview of these new licenses: Arkansas The new Arkansas Wine Direct Shipping Permit went into effect on August 5, 2025. Older AR Wine Shipping Permits were automatically converted to the new permit type on that date without requiring any application or additional fees. Registration of labels to be shipped DTC is required via Product Registration Online (PRO) before shipping can commence under the new permit. Any labels that are registered for sales at wholesale in AR are considered also registered for DTC. However, at the time of this posting, the PRO system does not allow DTC-only product registrations to be completed. We are monitoring the status and will post an update once DTC label registrations can be successfully submitted. Mississippi The MS Alcoholic Beverage Control is now issuing the new Direc

Secure Your Tickets The last Sip & Savor Friday of the year is coming up, and you're invited to help us close out the season in style — with a special Family Night celebration! Join us on Friday, September 26th from 5:00 – 8:00 PM for a relaxed evening of wine, food, and fun for all ages. Here’s what’s in store for this special send-off:  Enjoy a tasting flight featuring wines from four of our fantastic member wineries: Bienvenue, Black Kite, Bucher, and Fat Dragon — all at your own pace  Savor delicious Southern-inspired eats from Bayou on the Bay, available for purchase on-site  Take advantage of $20 advance tickets ($25 at the door) — a great value for an evening of discovery and enjoyment Wine-by-the-glass specials and bottles available for purchase directly from the wineries Family-friendly fun including a bounce house, face painting, lawn games, and more! Whether you're sipping with friends or bri

Secure Your Tickets The last Sip & Savor Friday of the year is coming up, and you're invited to help us close out the season in style — with a special Family Night celebration! Join us on Friday, September 26th from 5:00 – 8:00 PM for a relaxed evening of wine, food, and fun for all ages. Here’s what’s in store for this special send-off:  Enjoy a tasting flight featuring wines from four of our fantastic member wineries: Bienvenue, Black Kite, Bucher, and Fat Dragon — all at your own pace  Savor delicious Southern-inspired eats from Bayou on the Bay, available for purchase on-site  Take advantage of $20 advance tickets ($25 at the door) — a great value for an evening of discovery and enjoyment Wine-by-the-glass specials and bottles available for purchase directly from the wineries Family-friendly fun including a bounce house, face painting, lawn games, and more! Whether you're sipping with frie

  Sustainable farming practices are essential for protecting the environment, improving long-term agricultural productivity, and supporting healthy communities. In fact, many of the methods highlighted today are shared across a variety of certification programs, from sustainable certifications like SIP Certified to regenerative programs like Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC). While each certification has its own specific requirements, the core principles of responsible farming remain consistent. In this week’s Marketing Tip, we’ll take a closer look at three key areas – Water Management, Soil Health, and Habitat Preservation – and how sustainable farmers manage them to ensure future success. Water Management Water is one of agriculture’s most critical resources. Sustainable farmers work carefully to both use water efficiently and protect water quality.   Efficient Irrigation Anyone who has struggled to keep a plant alive knows that plants

We're thrilled to announce that Blended has raised a $2.5 million Seed round to transform how wineries manage production, from vineyard to bottle. The round was led by Bienville Capital Management, whose support affirms our vision: to build the next generation of winery operations software. With Blended, teams spend less time buried in data entry and more time making informed decisions in real time, ultimately running smarter, more efficient businesses. Since launching in 2022, we’ve been on a mission to reimagine production management for modern wineries. Blended is designed to be the most flexible, intuitive platform on the market—adapting to how you make wine, not the other way around. By combining thoughtful design with the latest technologies like AI, we help teams replace spreadsheets, notebooks, and legacy software once and for all. From work orders and lab analysis to costing and case goods, Blended keeps everyone aligned and moving forward. With this fu