Lake County Winegrape Commission

Will you be at SommCon Conference & Beverage Expo this weekend? If so, don't miss our seminar on Sunday, October 6 at 10:30 am. Join volcanic wines expert John Szabo MS as he leads guests through an engaging exploration of wines during the "Adjust Your Altitude - Lake County's Volcanic Wines" seminar. The event will also feature Jonathan Walters of Brassfield Estate and Joy Merrilees of Shannon Family of Wines. Lake County Winegrowers will also be pouring a selection of wines at the Expo on October 6 and 7. Hope to see you there!

"The pours in Lake County are a lot more wallet-friendly, too. Everywhere, the volcanic richness of the soil permeates the wine, and the earthiness of the people defines the experience. At the Italian-inspired Rosa D’Oro Vineyards, visitors can sample rosato, sangiovese, nebbiolo, sagrantino and more, all starting at $17.50 a pop. Domaine Helena, with its award-winning cabernet sauvignon, is more classic California."

This is a great write-up about Lake County and includes wine reviews for bottles from Brassfield Estate Winery, Wild Diamond Vineyards, and Shannon Family of Wines.

Congrats to Mauritson Wines for making the list! Mauritson 2022 Muscat Blanc, Big Valley District "With fruit sourced from the Mauritson Family’s organic vineyards in Lake County, this Muscat Blanc offers bergamot, orange rind, jasmine blossom, dried rose and undertones of freshly minced ginger."

Lake County Winegrowers are committed to producing high-quality winegrapes to complement your winery's portfolio. If you're in need of bulk wine or 2024 winegrapes, look to Lake County to elevate your program. Lake County winegrapes deliver the intensity, character, and phenolics necessary to create wines with the flavors that today’s consumers seek. For winemakers, brokers, and bulk wine buyers, high-quality Lake County winegrapes can contribute to a range of your wine programs, including appellated wines from Lake County, or one of its eight subappellations, the North Coast AVA, or California — or blended into regional wines to support your bottom line without sacrificing quality. Lake County fruit enables savvy wine brands to over-deliver on quality and value to consumers in today’s market. View available grapes and bulk wine: https://bit.ly/3PPdDm4

The 2024 harvest is underway, and crews are working hard to pick and process Lake County winegrapes. We appreciate their hard work and eagerly anticipate the exceptional volcanic wines that will be produced.

Michelle Mandro, host of the Wine Country Women podcast, recently interviewed Angie Shannon of Shannon Family of Wines. They discussed Lake County's natural beauty, organic farming, and big dreams for the future. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3XmzcOj

Calling all sommeliers! Lake County Winegrowers will return to the TEXSOM Expo on Monday, August 26. You can find us during the 10:15 AM and 2:15 PM time slots. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample Lake County's premium wines and learn about the unique combination of high elevations, young volcanic soils, and modern viticultural practices that make the region so distinct.

ICYMI: Lake County on Vivino | LCWC at International Bulk Wine & Spirits Show | LCWC Seats Board Members | Grower Spotlight: Kaj Ahlmann

Grower Spotlight: Kaj Ahlmann The road that led Six Sigma Ranch patriarch Kaj Ahlmann to Lake County was circuitous. Viticulture was a far cry from his former 25-year career as a high- level executive at General Electric, a corporate job that demanded extensive world travel. “I was 50 years old when my boss (GE CEO Jack Welch) asked me to move again, so I decided it was time for a lifestyle change,” says Kaj. “I thought, ‘You’re going to do something that you have a true passion for.’” Read more about Kaj's journey...https://bit.ly/3SjP6X2c Photo credit: Karen Pavone