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5th Annual Sonoma County Youth Grapevine Pruning Contest

Come and particiapte or watch the Youth of Sonoma County prune vines on Saturday, January 24 at SRJC Shone Farm, 6225 Eastside Rd, Forestville at 10:00 a.m.

Growers Choice Sonoma County Wine Truffles Great Last Minute Gifts

Give a great taste of Sonoma County with the newly created Growers Choice Sonoma Wine Truffles.

2009 Dollars & $ense Seminar and Tradeshow

Learn how to manage your business in uncertain times at the 18th annual Dollars and $ense Seminar and Trade Show on Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts in Santa Rosa.

First-Ever Sonoma Summit A Big Hit

36 Top Sommeliers and Wine Professionals from U.S. and Japan Attend Three-Day Sonoma County Educational Event

2008 Sonoma County Vintage Report

A Year of Extremes Throughout the County.

2008 Harvest: A Year of Extremes

2008 Sonoma County Vintage Report: A Year of Extremes Throughout the County

2007-2008 Commission Annual Report

The Audit report will be added upon its receipt by the Board on December 1, 2008.

2008 Sonoma County Grape Camp Photos

Photos from the 2008 Sonoma County Grape are available to view and download. Visit the 2008 photo gallery page.

Sonoma County Winegrape Commission Brings Fresh Grapes to Chicago

Three Harvest Events, Weeklong Restaurant Promotion, and Sonoma Chef Teaches Chicago Kids the Art of Making Pizza for Common Threads Non-Profit

Sonoma County Winegrape Commission Brings Fresh Grapes to Chicago

Three Harvest Events, Weeklong Restaurant Promotion, and Sonoma Chef Teaches Chicago Kids the Art of Making Pizza for Common Threads Non-Profit. Download Full Release below.

2008 Winegrape Harvest Begins in Sonoma County

The California North Bay premium winegrape harvest began this morning at 4:00 a.m. in Robert Hunter Vineyards and Winery in the Sonoma Valley, according to Chris Bowen, vineyard manager.

New Commissioners, John Balletto Elected Chairman

The Sonoma County Winegrape Commission (SCWC) recently announced its new commissioners and alternatives.

Sonoma County Harvest Heads For Chicago

The bounty of the Sonoma County harvest is heading for Chicago this fall, giving consumers a unique opportunity to taste just-picked winegrapes and attend events showcasing the wines and artisanal pro

Robert Young Family Awarded & Latino Community Awards

The Robert Young family of Alexander Valley was awarded the 2008 Viticulture Award of Excellence from The Sonoma County Winegrape Commission (SCWC) at the group’s annual BBQ June 27.

2008 Sonoma County Wine Stars Announced

The winners of the 2008 Sonoma County Wine Stars was announced at the Sonoma County Winegrape Commission’s annual BBQ on May 27.

Market Trends – Opportunities for Grape Growers

Growers are acutely aware that grape surpluses are not good for the industry. They may be good for consumers who are able to purchase higher quality wines at very attractive prices.

Annual Grower BBQ and Tradeshow

The Sonoma County Winegrape Commission Annual Grower BBQ and Tradeshow on Friday, June 27, 2008, from 8:30 am until to 2:00 pm, at the Warren G.

Nominations needed for Commission Election

Nominations for Commissioner will soon close. Six current Commissioners or Alternates will be standing for re-election and there are 4 open positions.

Sonoma County Winegrape Commission Searches for Sonoma County Wine Stars

April 22, 2008 Santa Rosa, Calif. – The Sonoma County Winegrape Commission (SCWC) is looking to

2008 FELS/UC Wage and Benefit Survey

It’s Wage and Benefit Survey time again!

Sonoma County Grape Camp: Sept.29-Oct.1

The Ultimate Wine and Food Adventure

Gerardo Gonzalez is 2008 Sonoma County Pruning Champ

Ten Finalists from Five Sonoma Winegrape Regions Competed

Directions to Sonoma County Pruning Championships

SRJC Shone Farm 6225 Eastside Road, Forestville CA *February 29, 10:00 a.m

9th Annual Sonoma County Pruning Championships Feb. 29th

Ten Finalists from Five Sonoma Winegrape Regions to Compete

2007 Preliminary Grape Crush Report

Crush District 3, Sonoma and Marin Counties, harvested 8.6% few tons in 2007 than in 2006, but an average price increase of 4.7% (Table 10) helped offset some of the tonnage decline for some grower

Pruning Contest Photo Albums

See photos from all of the 2008 pruning contests including the Youth, Sonoma Valley, Russian River Valley, Dry Creek Valley, Alexander Valley and Knights Valley contests.

9th Annual Sonoma Pruning Contests Begin Jan.21; Finals to be Held on Feb. 29 (for viewing the festivities)

The 9th annual Sonoma County Pruning Championship will begin with regional contests on January 21, 2007, and continue through February 8.

Youth Grapevine Pruning Contest

Download the flyer and application for the 4th Annual Youth Grapevine Pruning Contest.

Sonoma County Winegrape Commission Pruning Contest (for participants)

Download the flyer and application for the 9th annual Sonoma County Pruning Contest. For more info, also see the calendar entries for each AVA:

January 24th Dollars & $ense Seminar and Tradeshow Registration

The Sonoma County Winegrape Commission 17th annual Dollars and $ense Seminar & Tradeshow “Think Globally, Act Locally!” on January 24, 2008

2007 Sonoma County Vintage Report--A Tale of Two Harvests

2007 SONOMA COUNTY VINTAGE REPORT “A Tale of Two Harvests”

Sonoma County Winegrapes Shine in Big Apple

Sonoma County Winegrape Commission Brings Fresh Grapes to Big Apple: Three NYC Events, 24 Stellar Sonoma Wines, and a Whole Bunch of Grapes (Literally)

The Vineyard Vacation

Santa Rosa and Sonoma County News Friday, September 27, 2007 “Vineyard Vacation” By Virginie Boone THE PRESS DEMOCRAT

Sonoma County Winegrape Harvest Update: Sept. 7, 2007

Friday, September 7, 2007 2007 Sonoma County Winegrape Harvest Report Gathered by Larry Levine, 707-522-5863

Grapegrowers Expect Superb Harvest

KCBS All News 740am San Francisco Posted: Sunday, 12 August 2007 4:45PM Grape Growers Expect Superb Vintage This Year

Grape Growers In Sonoma Prepare For Water Cuts

KGO-TV San Francisco By Heather Ishimaru Mandatory water cuts will be imposed throughout the Russian River watershed in Sonoma County to the north, and that includes a number of large vineyards and wineries. But the wine industry plans to cut back.
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