Momentum 2025
The Must-Attend Event for the Lake County Winegrape Industry
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Soper Reese Theatre
Keynote Speaker
David Glancy, MS, Founder of San Francisco Wine School
Positioning Lake County Wine in a Crowded Market
Master Sommelier David Glancy will present his thoughts on how Lake County can “be the solution” that sommeliers, retailers, and consumers need. Hear his top 10 ideas for selling what you have and preparing for future challenges.
Program
Lake County Pruning School Showcase
- Pilar Luchsinger White, Owner, Luchsinger Vineyards
- Andres Mendez, Viticulturist, Trinchero Family Estates
- Jacopo Miolo and Jett Johansson, Simonit & Sirch Vine Master Pruners
- Padraic Sherlock, Vineyard Manager, Beckstoffer Vineyard – Red Hills
Keynote Presentation: Positioning Lake County Wine in a Crowded Market, David Glancy, MS, Founder of San Francisco Wine School
Vineyard Trellising: The Fluctuating Cost of Goods and Availability, Sunni Ashley, Owner, Vineyard Industry Products
Soil, Water, and Wine: How LCRCD Supports Climate-Smart Vineyard Management, Noah Cornell, Soil and Water Specialist, Lake County Resource Conservation District
Market-Driven Trends & Innovation – Discussion and Tasting
- Moderator: Joy Merrilees, Vice President of Production, Shannon Family of Wines
- Bruce Regalia, Director of Winemaking and Viticulture, Wild Diamond Vineyards
- Scott Kirkpatrick, Director of Winemaking/General Manager, Dancing Crow Vineyards