November 13, 2025 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Soper Reese Theater 275 S. Main St., Lakeport Join us for an engaging afternoon that brings together growers, winemakers, and industry professionals to explore what makes Lake County winegrapes truly distinctive. Through guided tastings, insightful discussions, and expert-led panels, this event will highlight the character, variety, and innovation that define our region. Register now to secure your seat for this special half-day tasting and learning experience. Program highlights: Aromatic Whites – Explore how Lake County’s high elevations and varied microclimates shape these fragrant, expressive wines. Sauvignon Blanc Comparison – Side-by-side tastings that reveal how Lake County terroir and grower–winemaker collaboration define the region’s signature variety. Alternative Reds – Discover lesser-known reds that thrive in Lake County’s volcanic soils and diverse vineyard sites. Cabernet Sauvignon Co

We are 1 month out from the Birdies Fore Bourbon Golf Tournament!  Morrison, MBF North America, and APS Packaging present a free golfing tournament for anyone in the wine, spirit, and beverage industries.  Join us for a fun-filled shotgun tournament followed by an awards ceremony, dinner, and dancing this October 16 in Richmond, Kentucky. Outing will be played in a scramble format.  If you haven’t registered to play in this unique industry golf event, there is still time to apply! Register now by emailing marketing@aps-pack.com by September 30.

⛳️ The 3rd Annual Birdies Fore Bourbon golfing tournament is almost here! Morrison, MBF North America, and APS Packaging present a free golfing tournament for wineries, distilleries, and spirit manufacturers.  🏌️‍♂️Join us for a fun-filled shotgun tournament followed by an awards ceremony, dinner, and dancing this October 16 in Richmond, Kentucky. Outing will be played in a scramble format. 📩 To reserve your spot in the tournament or if you’re interested in sponsoring,  please email marketing@aps-pack.com by September 30!

With visitor season in full swing, it is essential to guide visitors on how to find the winery, where they are, and inform them about ongoing activities upon arrival. This requires providing various signs, ranging from directional signage to entrance, parking, and washroom signs. Sign at Canada's Anthony Buchanan WinesWhile signs may seem purely functional, they offer an excellent opportunity to extend the brand and its personality. Assuming significant investment has been made into branding, packaging, and logo, it is crucial to maintain the integrity of the 'mother brand' across all elements, including signage. Here are some functional ways signs can be used and how they should tie into the brand. Sign at Okanagan Crush Pad in Canada First, it is important to attract people off the street and into the winery. Once inside, visitors should easily find the areas they are looking for, items on sale, or any special highlights. Location, bylaws, or municipal regulations will in

Imagine a warm and sunny day in May. You're walking across the green fairway of a golf course (or riding in a cart if you prefer), surrounded by vineyards and oak-studded rolling hills. When you arrive at the tee, there's a gathering of friends and colleagues. You mingle—catching up with old friends or meeting new ones. You stop at a booth to snag a glass of sparkling wine or limoncello and place a bet on how many capsules are in the jar; if you're right, it could win you a prize. When it's time for your foursome to tee off, you move on through the course to the next tee, where more fun awaits. The day ends at the clubhouse with a full dinner, awards ceremony and a party with the DJ spinning music for dancing, drinking and good vibes. This scenario isn't just a daydream or another weekend golf game in wine country; it's an entirely different experience designed to provide a casual environment for the hard-working folks in the wine and spirits industry to h

Gnarly Head Wines and the Grateful Dead Release Limited Edition Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel with Glow-Under-Blacklight Labels

Second Vintage of Collaboration Features the Deads Iconic Dancing Bear and Lightning Bolt-Skull Motifs in Collectible Bottles that Come to Life

Best of Show Awarded to Brecon Estate Albariño    June 6, 2023 (Santa Rosa, Calif.) — Winners have been announced for the 2023 Sunset International Wine Competition, which took place in May in Santa Rosa, Calif. Taking the top spot this year is Brecon Estate 2022 Albariño, which judges described as “fresh and bright,” “honeysuckle,” with a “lingering finish.” Ultimately, they concluded, “a very well-made wine.”  Brecon Estate is a boutique estate winery located in the westside hills outside of Paso Robles, Calif. “This particular varietal has been hugely successful for us,” says winemaker Damian Grindley. “It fits so well with alfresco summers in Paso Robles and so many Southern states, as well as the seafood culture of the [San Luis Obispo] Coast. It’s helped put both Brecon Estate and Central Coast Albariño on the map.” He continues, “Its fruit sourcing h

Best of Show Awarded to Brecon Estate Albariño    June 6, 2023 (Santa Rosa, Calif.) — Winners have been announced for the 2023 Sunset International Wine Competition, which took place in May in Santa Rosa, Calif. Taking the top spot this year is Brecon Estate 2022 Albariño, which judges described as “fresh and bright,” “honeysuckle,” with a “lingering finish.” Ultimately, they concluded, “a very well-made wine.”  Brecon Estate is a boutique estate winery located in the westside hills outside of Paso Robles, Calif. “This particular varietal has been hugely successful for us,” says winemaker Damian Grindley. “It fits so well with alfresco summers in Paso Robles and so many Southern states, as well as the seafood culture of the [San Luis Obispo] Coast. It’s helped put both Brecon Estate and Central Coast Albariño on the map.” He continues, “Its fruit sourcing h

Afternoon Brief, April 4th

A Forgotten Corner of Napa Could Become an Official Wine Region Soon: For the first time in more than a decade, Napa Valley could soon define a new official sub-region for wine...