The Mendocino Winegrowers is hosting a chardonnay event on July 18, 6 to 8:30 pm at the Ukiah Valley Conference Center.
From Hopland to north of Fort Bragg, and numerous points in between, you’ll love Mendocino County wineries and wine tasting. Mendocino winemakers create balanced, pure wines from grapes grown on unspoiled land, wines that express the individuality of Mendocino’s 11 diverse appellations.
According to Mendocino Winegrowers, Inc., winemaking has a long history in Mendocino County since the first Italian immigrants settled the green hillsides. Today, 108 local wineries continue the tradition, encompassing a total area of 2.4 million acres, of which 18,800 acres have been planted to grapevines. The majority of the region’s 570 vineyards have a median size of 14 acres and remain in the hands of family farmers. Of the total acreage, 690 acres are Demeter Certified Biodynamic, 3,950 are certified organic, and 32,000 acres of land are certified Fish Friendly. For more information, visit www.mendowine.com.
Anderson Valley Winegrowers Association
Did you know that Anderson Valley, located in the rolling hills of the coastal region of Mendocino County, about two hours north of San Francisco, is only 15 miles long? This beautiful valley is home to a unique group of vineyards and wineries producing a broad range of excellent wines including world class Pinot Noir and Alsace Varietals. Whether you are an experienced wine aficionado or are just discovering the pleasure of drinking good wine, the Anderson Valley deserves exploration. Browse through their website at www.avwines.com.
For a unique, one-of-a-kind experience in wine tasting, enjoy classical varietals at the westernmost winery in the country featuring gorgeous ocean views and a picnic area. Pacific Star Winery is located at 33000 N. Highway 1, about 12 miles north of Fort Bragg. For information, call 707-964-1155 or visit www.pacificstarwinery.com.