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Community Spotlight: Erica Lundquist, NRCS District Conservationist
Recently appointed as District Conservationist, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service for Lake and Mendocino Counties, Erica Lundquist discusses her role and vision for the region. Erica Lundquist’s newly appointed position […]
Volcanic, High Elevation Vineyards Produce Small Grapes With Thick Skins
In his winemaking, Arpad Molnar sources grapes from two very different extremes. The first — his father’s vineyard — lies at the base of the Mayacamas Mountains, and the second […]
Farming One of the Largest Organic Mountain Grown Vineyards
What’s the key to taking a one-thousand-acre mountain vineyard that’s been conventionally farmed and converting it to all-organic farming? In the case of Shannon Family of Wines, it’s the sheep. […]
Glenn McGourty Retires, Leaves a Legacy in Lake County Viticulture
When Glenn McGourty arrived in Lake County in the 1970s, he was immediately smitten. “I was blown away at how special it is,” he recalled recently. “It’s just a beautiful […]
Lake County Sauvignon Blancs
Sauvignon Blanc is Lake County’s flagship varietal – it grows beautifully in the region’s abundant sunshine and clean mountain air. Explore a variety of styles from these Lake County Sauvignon […]
Grower Spotlight on Sustainability: Rosenthal Vineyards
With a long-standing reputation for professionalism and quality winegrape production, Lake County winegrape growers take sustainability seriously. Most growers use sustainable practices, participate in sustainable seminars and tailgates, and support […]
Smoke & Winegrapes: A Conversation with Glenn McGourty
With major wildfires occurring every year in California, winegrape growers and buyers are obviously concerned about the effect of smoke on vineyards. Do wildfires necessarily mean problems for vineyards? Working […]
Recap: 22nd Annual UCCE Lake and Mendocino IPM Seminar
More than 60 growers, vineyard consultants, and pest control advisers gathered at the UC Hopland Research and Extension Center on December 13 for an update on a broad range of […]
Discover California’s Overlooked Cabernet Sauvignon
While offerings from Napa continue to take top billing, other regions of the state are producing distinct, expressive bottles worth exploring. Photo by Meg Baggott Central Coast’s Central Players The […]
Grilled Greek Chicken with Mint Feta Sauce
In celebration of International Sauvignon Blanc day on May 3rd, Rosey Cooks has provided a recipe that will pair nicely with your favorite Lake County Sauvignon Blanc. […]