California Wine Month Kicks Off in September with Celebrations Across the State
Aug. 20, 2019 California Wine Month Kicks Off in September with Celebrations Across the State Winesong features wine tasting while strolling the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, one of nearly 100 events held during California Wine Month in September. Photo: John Birchard. SAN FRANCISCO —September is California Wine Month, Wine Institute’s annual celebration of the harvest season. Throughout California, wineries, regional wine associations and other organizations will host special tastings, concerts, food and wine festivals, immersive harvest experiences, grape stomps and more. The 15th annual California Wine Month highlights the state’s storied winemaking history, dating back more than 250 years, and recognizes the innovative spirit of California vintners and growers. As the world’s fourth-largest wine producer and the source of 81 percent of wine made in the U.S., California is home to 3,900 wineries and 5,900 grapegrowers. It is also the nation’s most-visited state for wine and food experiences, attracting 24 million visits annually to its wine regions. Wine lovers can enjoy activities and special offers from California Wine Month partner retailers and restaurants. See partner listing below. Visit https://discovercaliforniawines.com/california-wine-month to view maps and descriptions of nearly 100 California Wine Month events, searchable by wine region, or download the complete list of winery events here. Some highlights of regional events with multiple wineries include: NORTH COAST Aug. 31: Taste of Sonoma, 100 wineries. Green Music Center, Sonoma State University Sept. 6-7: Winesong, Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, Fort Bragg Sept. 7: Calistoga Wine Experience, wine and food tasting, Pioneer Park, Calistoga Sept: 19-21: Sonoma County Wine Auction, La Crema Estate, Windsor Sept.
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