New ownership continues Grand Cru's legacy of supporting Sonoma County's small, independent wineries. WINDSOR, Calif., (Dec. 10, 2024) – Grand Cru Custom Crush, a winery collective based in Windsor, California, is excited to announce a new chapter in its history with the acquisition of ownership by Jake and Maggie Coin, effective 12/1/2024. The Coins are committed to continuing Grand Cru's core values of quality, collaboration, and sustainability, ensuring its continued success as a premier destination for Sonoma County's family-owned wineries. Jake and Maggie Coin, founders and owners of Copper Six Winery, have been connected to Grand Cru Custom Crush since 2022, when they began crushing their wines at the facility. Their relationship with Grand Cru, combined with their dedication to producing high-quality wines, makes them uniquely positioned to lead the facility into its next chapter. "We are thrilled to become part of Grand Cru Custom Crush in this

It’s generally believed that farmers are slow to adopt new technology. Yet, while this adage may be true for more expensive and untested innovations, when a new technology is practical, affordable and can prove its value and reliability, farmers will indeed set aside their innate caution and readily invest. Tyler Klick is a case in point. As the viticulturist and a co-owner of Redwood Empire Vineyard Management in Geyserville, CA, he decided to try an innovative smart irrigation technology developed by Lumo. Klick first installed Lumo smart valves on a few client vineyards last season. After seeing how they helped increase labor efficiency, reduce wasted water, and improve clients’ crop outcomes, he rolled it out to more than a dozen vineyards his company manages. “I’d love to get to a point where all of our clients have it installed,” says Klick. Lumo smart valves also help West Coast viticulturists adjust to changing weather patterns, which have brought

Dear Friends, Just a friendly reminder that our Annual Holiday Open House + Marketplace is one month away! Join us on Saturday, November 30th, from 11 AM to 3 PM for a day of celebration, featuring local wineries and talented craft artisans. Tickets are $35, which includes admission, hosted valet service, and the chance to sample over 40 handcrafted wines from more than 10 local wineries. Don’t miss out on the chance to taste exceptional handcrafted wines and discover unique gifts from our local artisans! Here’s what you can look forward to: Wineries: Black Kite Cellars Bucher Wines Copper Six Cupere Ernest Vineyards Fat Dragon Innumerable Jeff Cohn Cellars Parea and many more!! Craft Artisans: Beeyond Boutique Candles Dragonfly Floral Wreaths GlassTats Hayes Ceramics Lovey Coffee Sung Cashmere Thesis of Alexandria Jewelry Volo Chocolate Food Vendors: Gerards Paella Tri Tip Trolley Be sure to secure your tickets today to ensure you’r

The 3rd annual Healdsburg Wine and Food Experience was a weekend-long celebration that featured the best of Sonoma County and world-renowned food and wines. This year's festival showcased the region's makers – farmers, growers, winemakers and chefs – alongside globally recognized wines, highlighting the vibrant culinary diversity, deep connection to agriculture, and sustainable farming practices of Sonoma County. HWFE is deeply involved in the Sonoma County community, making substantial donations from this year’s ticket sales and sponsorships to local organizations that make a meaningful difference in the lives of farmers and their families, including the Sonoma County Fundación de la Voz de los Viñedos. These funds will help support the Leadership Academy and workforce development for vineyard employees and their families, fostering future leaders in both the industry and the community. As well as being co-founders of HWFE, Sonoma County Winegro

Afternoon Brief, October 12th

Paradise Lost: The Flame Out of Napa Valley’s Iconic Wine Country: Beset by climate change and billionaire carpetbaggers, Napa Valley, California’s legendary wine-making eden, braces for an uncertain future...