Afternoon Brief, September 13th

Fred Franzia Has Died: Fred died early this morning at his Redwood home in Denair, California, with family by his side. He was 79 years old...

Sonoma-Cutrer Announces Recipients of SommFoundation Scholarships for Aspiring Sommeliers 

WINDSOR, Calif., July 14, 2022 – Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards is proud to announce the seven new recipients of this year’s SommFoundation Scholarship. Sonoma-Cutrer has once again collaborated with SommFoundation to sponsor […]

Sonoma-Cutrer Announces Recipients of SommFoundation Scholarships for Aspiring Sommeliers 

WINDSOR, Calif., August 24, 2020 – Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards is proud to announce the seven recipients of this year’s SommFoundation Scholarship. Sonoma-Cutrer has partnered with SommFoundation to sponsor scholarships targeted to passionate beverage industry professionals who are seeking to expand their wine knowledge and earn industry certifications.  This year, the recipients of the scholarships include: Derek Baker (Snackbar […]

Chardonnay Classic Features Master Sommeliers, Iconic Wines, Winemakers and Curated Food & Beverage experiences all in one weekend benefitting SommFoundation LOS ANGELES (April 22, 2021): Patron Foundation, a newly formed not for profit organization with a mission to support the hospitality industry, announces the inaugural Chardonnay Classic at the premier Meritage Resort and Spa and […] The post Patron Foundation Announces a Weekend Celebrating Chardonnay in Napa, California from May 20-22nd appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2021/04/22/patron-foundation-weekend-celebrating-chardonnay?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=patron-foundation-weekend-celebrating-chardonnay Published Date:Thu, 22 Apr 2021 18:04:41 +0000 

In collaboration with SommFoundation, SommGeo, and National Geographic Books, the popular global wine tasting series has evolved to offer a more immersive virtual experience for participants. April 21, 2021 (Los Angeles, Calif.) – The SOMM Journal announced its expanded alliances with SommFoundation and SommGeo, along with its continued collaboration with National Geographic Books and The New Sotheby’s Wine Encyclopedia, to present the next […] The post The SOMM Journal Launches New Chapter for Geographical Digest Virtual Wine Series appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2021/04/21/somm-journal-launches-new-chapter-for-geographical-digest?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=somm-journal-launches-new-chapter-for-geographical-digest Published Date:Wed, 21 Apr 2021 18:22:01 +0000 

Virtual Masterclass on sustainable winegrowing held on May 17 will be led by Elaine Chukan Brown LODI, Calif. – April 15, 2021 – The Lodi Winegrape Commission is pleased to announce its continued partnership with SommFoundation, one of the industry’s most progressive nonprofit organizations dedicated to the enrichment of wine and spirits professionals through travel, […] The post Lodi Winegrape Commission Extends Partnership with SommFoundation appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2021/04/15/lodi-winegrape-commission-extends-partnership-sommfoundation?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lodi-winegrape-commission-extends-partnership-sommfoundation Published Date:Thu, 15 Apr 2021 18:31:55 +0000