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Sonoma County Vintners is the leading voice of Sonoma County wine, dedicated to raising awareness of Sonoma County as one of the world’s premier wine regions, noted for its heritage of artisan winemaking, distinct growing regions, and extraordinary quality. Founded in 1944, Sonoma County Vintners represents more than 200 wineries and affiliated businesses throughout the Sonoma County. Read more
David Ramey to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award from Sonoma County Vintners at Eighth Annual Sonoma County Barrel Auction
/in Press Release/by Amy PatrickTrade Registration Now Open for 2022 Sonoma County Barrel Auction Presented by American AgCredit: Never Before, Never Again Wines from Sonoma County
/in Press Release/by Amy PatrickSANTA ROSA, Calif. (January 19, 2022) – Sonoma County Vintners in collaboration with presenting sponsor American AgCredit, announces trade registration is now open for the 2022 Sonoma County Barrel Auction (SoCoBA). The live auction on May 6, 2022 is an exclusive opportunity for wine industry trade members to acquire “never before, never again” wines from […]
Sonoma County Vintners Foundation Participates in Giving Tuesday
/in Press Release/by Sonoma County VintnersSANTA ROSA, Calif. (November 8, 2021) – The Sonoma County Vintners Foundation (SCVF) is excited to once again participate in Giving Tuesday, which will be celebrated this year on November 30. Giving Tuesday is a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to donate, collaborate and generously support nonprofits. The public is also […]
2021 Sonoma County Wine Auction Raises Over $1.7 Million to Help Support Sonoma County Nonprofits
/in Press Release/by Sonoma County VintnersSanta Rosa, CA (September 22, 2021)—The Sonoma County Vintners Foundation announces its 2021 Sonoma County Wine Auction (SCWA) has raised over $1.7 million for the Sonoma County community. The successful return to an in-person auction and weekend events held Thursday, September 16, through Saturday, September 18, helped drive the fundraising efforts resulting in an increase […]
Sonoma County Wine Auction Announces 2021 Vintner Honoree
/in Press Release/by Sonoma County VintnersSanta Rosa, CA (August 18, 2021) — Today, the Sonoma County Vintners Foundation announced the Vintner Honoree for this year’s Sonoma County Wine Auction as the venerable Gary B. Heck, President, Chairman and Owner of historic Korbel Champagne Cellars. The team also unveiled the list of exclusive live auction lots for the charitable auction taking […]
2021 Sonoma County Wine Auction Spotlights Iconic Alumni Honorary Chairs
/in Press Release/by Sonoma County VintnersSANTA ROSA, California – July 28, 2021 – Today, Sonoma County Vintners Foundation is pleased to announce an iconic group of Alumni Honorary Chairs for this year’s Sonoma County Wine Auction. The Jackson Family of Jackson Family Wines, George F. Hamel, Jr. & The Hamel Family of Hamel Family Wines, and Dan Kosta of AldenAlli Winery […]
Sonoma County Vintners Foundation Announces $1 Million Community Grant Distribution to Support Pandemic Relief
/in Press Release/by Sonoma County VintnersSANTA ROSA, Calif. (July 7, 2021) – Today, the Sonoma County Vintners Foundation announces a distribution of $1 million in Community Grants to 87 Sonoma County nonprofits that have been greatly impacted during the pandemic. “We are honored to contribute to the incredible organizations that make Sonoma County an amazing place to live,” says Sonoma […]
Sonoma County Vintners Announces Taste of Sonoma, Presented by Visa Signature®, at Home Virtual Programming in July
/in Press Release/by Sonoma County VintnersSANTA ROSA, Calif. (May 26, 2021) – Today, the Sonoma County Vintners announces, Taste of Sonoma at Home, presented by Visa Signature®, will feature an incredible virtual program series in July. These programs will showcase the diversity of the wine region that provides a distinct sense of place in world-class wines. Through a partnership with […]
Sonoma County Winegrowers and Vintners Partner to Host Virtual Panel on Sustainability in Celebration of Earth Day
/in Press Release/by Sonoma County VintnersSANTA ROSA, California – April 12, 2021 – Whether you’re drinking red or white wine, we can all think green on Earth Day and celebrate the world’s most sustainable wine region when Sonoma County Winegrowers and Sonoma County Vintners co-host a virtual panel discussion via Zoom on Thursday, April 22 at 11am PST/2pm ET. Join […]
Sonoma County Wine Month Begins April 1
/in Press Release/by Sonoma County VintnersSANTA ROSA, California – March 30, 2021 – With blossoming flowers, longer days and warmer temperatures – there’s a number of reasons to celebrate the spring season and this year there is one more as Sonoma County Vintners have established the first spring-time Sonoma County Wine Month in the program’s history. Beginning April 1, many […]