Harvest STOMP is an exciting harvest-season celebration that brings together growers, vintners, and community members who care deeply about Napa Valley’s agricultural future. From exceptional wines to spirited entertainment, the event marks the start of harvest while raising vital funds to support the Napa Valley Grapegrowers and their work cultivating viticultural excellence and environmental stewardship across the valley. As part of the evening, this year’s Fund-a-Need will directly benefit the Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation, the region’s only organization exclusively dedicated to advancing farmworkers and their families through education and professional development. This work strengthens long-term opportunity and stability, creating lasting impact across Napa Valley. More than a celebration, Harvest STOMP is a shared investment in Napa Valley’s future. Get ready to raise a glass, raise a paddle, and celebrate the people and stewardship behind Napa Valley

When we opened the doors at Copper Peak Logistics back in 2007, we set out to build more than a logistics company for the wine industry. We set out to build a partnership driven logistics company rooted in precision, accountability, and long-term relationships. What we’ve built over the past 19 years has been shaped in meaningful and lasting ways by the women of Copper Peak. In an industry that has historically been male dominated, the women on our team have helped define who we are. They are our operators, leaders, problem solvers, partners, and the crafters of our company culture. They oversee inventory with meticulous attention to detail. They guide clients through complex compliance requirements. They manage teams, strengthen vendor partnerships, support our financial integrity, and ensure that every shipment reflects the high standards we hold ourselves to. They do this not for recognition, but because excellence matters. At Copper Peak, partnership has always been at t

A well-told story can transform casual buyers into lifelong fans. Your winery’s brand isn’t just about the wine—it’s about the moments it becomes a part of. The way your customers experience your brand, whether visiting your tasting room, joining your wine club, or opening a bottle at home, determines whether they come back for more.  Your Winery’s Story: More Than Just a Bottle of Wine What do you want people to feel when they experience your wine? Not just when they taste it—but when they visit your winery, when they join your club, when they open a bottle at home with friends. Do you want them to feel like they’re part of something special—a family tradition passed down for generations? Do you want them to feel like an insider—someone who discovered a bold, independent winery rewriting the rules? Do you want them to feel inspired—that every sip connects them to the land, the craft, and the passion behind it? Find Your

Sonoma County Vintners (SCV) is pleased and excited to announce their new comprehensive member partnership with Wine Industry Network (WIN). This new partnership between SCV and WIN is designed to provide SCV Winery Members and SCV Affiliate Members with new benefits and discounts to WIN’s extensive programs, WIN membership, and WIN Expo, its Annual North Coast Wine Industry Trade Show and Conference. SCV is the Featured Association Sponsor for the 2024 WIN EXPO, scheduled for December 5 at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds & Event Center in Santa Rosa. In addition, increased exposure and visibility for programs, events, and member services for both organizations will be activated throughout 2025 as another key partnership benefit. “Sonoma County Vintners has always been proud and honored to work with our friend George Christie and his fantastic team at WIN,” said SCV Executive Director Michael Haney. “Through this new enhanced partnership, SCV will expand acce

In this episode, George interviews Michael Haney, Executive Director of Sonoma County Vintners. They discuss Haney’s upbringing in Nashville, TN, how he first entered the wine industry almost 35 years ago by helping run Nashville’s Wine Auction, meeting his wife, Juliana Martinelli of Martinelli Winery, and eventually moving to Sonoma County. Around the same time, Haney began his career with the Sonoma County Vintners (SCV). They also dive into the work that SCV does, including their commitment to their members, their community involvement through the SCV Foundation, and their political advocacy for the wine industry. These days, Haney is going live on the SCV radio show Vine, Wine & Dine (https://vinewineanddine.blogspot.com), which airs every other Wednesday at The Matheson, and preparing for the Sonoma County Wine Celebration and Auction (https://winecelebration.sonomawine.com) on September 19-21.

Jose Aceves, a 54-year veteran of Dutton Ranch, claimed the Sonoma County vineyard workforce’s highest honor over the weekend Jose Aceves was just 19 when he began working at Dutton Ranch, a sixth-generation family farm, apple orchard and vineyard in Santa Rosa. That was 1969. Fifty-four years later, Aceves still works at Dutton Ranch, where he’s gone from field worker, to tractor driver, truck driver, foreman and supervisor. Those years of hard and successful work paid off Feb. 25 when Aceves received his most prestigious title yet: Sonoma County’s Vineyard Employee of the Year. “There is no doubt we wouldn’t be as successful without Jose’s dedication and expertise all these years,” said Steve Dutton, president and co-owner of Dutton Ranch. “Vineyard workers are the backbone of the wine industry, so It’s fantastic to see him receive this honor.” Born in Jalisco, Mexico, Aceves came to Dutton Ranch with his childhood best frie

Jose Aceves, of Dutton Ranch, Named Vineyard Employee of the Year At Newly Named “Fundación de la Voz de los Viñedos” Event SANTA ROSA, Calif. (February 27, 2023) – News was being delivered throughout the day at the newly named Fundación de la Voz de los Viñedos’ 5th annual Vineyard Employee Recognition Celebration. Acknowledged as one of the most innovative and prestigious awards in the winegrape industry, the Employee Recognition award salutes the accomplishments, talent and leadership of vineyard employees who contribute greatly to making Sonoma County a world-renowned wine region and sustainability leader. This year’s event was held at Saralee and Richard’s Barn at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in front 380 people including vineyard employees, their families, grape growers and community leaders. “The Employee Recognition event is my favorite of the year because we publicly honor our valued employees in front

Samantha Rudd to Be Honored as the Vintner Grant Honoree at the 2022 V Foundation Wine Celebration

NAPA, CA, JUNE 6, 2022 – The V Foundation Wine Celebration will honor Samantha Rudd as the 2022 Vintner Grant Honoree at a special luncheon during the Wine Celebration Weekend, […]

2021 V Foundation Wine Celebration Raises $12 Million

Annual Signature Event Surpasses Fundraising Goal NAPA VALLEY, CA (August 9, 2021) – The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, announced the 2021 V Foundation Wine Celebration raised more than $12 million during a full weekend of events in the Napa Valley, with proceeds supporting cutting edge immunotherapy research. As part of their efforts, […]