California News
Information and links regarding women who are winemakers in California. Updated with new articles each month!
[Sep 2023]
- Central Valley.
Women winemakers are making wine naturally. - Napa Valley.
Chrissy Whitman leading the charge at harvest time. - North Central Coast.
Nicole Salengo moved from rocks to grapes. - Sierra Foothills.
Anne Kraemer is a viticulturist extraordinare! - Sonoma County.
Heidi Bridenhagen is a spreadsheet expert. - Sonoma County.
Cara Morrison and Zidanelia Arcidiacono proudly release three new vintages. - South Central Coast.
Amanda Gorter named Director of Winemaking, Central Coast.
[Aug 2023]
- Mendocino County.
Sarah Cahn Bennett's are award-winners. - Napa Valley.
Angelina Mondavi and her sisters are featured. - Napa Valley.
Laura Muñoz moving on from Ehlers. - Napa Valley.
Sarah Vandendriessche in a podcast. - Napa Valley.
Lisa Togni talks about wines from Spring Mountain. - Napa Valley.
Pauline Lhote talks about the 2023 vintage. - Napa Valley.
Megan Gunderson in a podcast. - Napa Valley.
Jennifer Williams in a Q/A session. - Sonoma County.
Morét Brealynn Chavez and a Pinot Noir partnership. - Sonoma County.
Jennifer Higgins named as Vice President, Winemaker, and General Manager at Lambert Bridge Winery. - South Central Coast.
Brianne Engles talks about Chamisal.
[Jul 2023]
- Mendocino.
Virginia Usher named Director of Winemaking. - Napa Valley.
Jennifer Williams named consulting winemaker for Kelly Fleming Winery. - Napa Valley.
Marla Carroll and Laura Barrett discuss the 2022 vintage. - Napa Valley.
Paula Borgo is named Director of Winemaking at Artesa Winery. - Napa Valley.
Allison Tauziet talks about her Colgin wines. - Napa Valley.
Cathy Corison in a discussion with Eric Asimov. - Napa Valley.
Elizabeth Vianna featured in Gordon Ramsay’s Fox Reality Show. - Napa Valley.
Megan Gunderson in a podcast. - Sonoma County.
Megan Baccitich in a podcast. - Sonoma County.
Teresa Heredia in a podcast. - Sonoma County.
Lindsey Otis crafts LOTIS wines. - Sonoma County.
Morét Brealyn enters the world of Pinot Noir.
[Jun 2023]
- Central Valley.
Jacylyn Stokes makes notable Rosé. - Napa Valley.
Meghan Zobeck celebrates opening of tasting room. - Napa Valley.
Brittany Richards holds her head high at Head High. - Napa Valley.
Elizabeth Vianna believes that appearance on Fox was good for wine. - Sonoma County.
Kathleen Inman is providing a vineyard and garden tour. - Sonoma County.
Theresa Heredia podcasts. - Sonoma County.
Katie Madigan wins North Bay Influential Women Award. - South Central Coast.
Laura Hughes talks about her sparkling wine. - South Central Coast.
Tara Gomez and Mireia Taribó are celebrating their LGBTQ+ status. - South Central Coast.
Gina Giugni is advocate of biodynamic viticulture. - South Central Coast.
Janell Dusi in a podcast.
[May 2023]
- Napa Valley.
Sarah Vandendriessche featured in a podcast. - Napa Valley.
Victoria Coleman continues as a trailblazer. - Napa Valley.
Amy Butler making wine for the McBride sisters growing enterprise. - North Central Coast.
Nichole Salengo knows her terroir and her wines. - Sonoma County.
Cara Morrison announces release of this year's Winemaker's Release varietal. - Sonoma County.
Teresa Heredia podcasts. - Sonoma County.
Mary Wells Coyle named Southern Sonoma winemaker. - Sonoma County.
Heidi Bridenhagen involved in experiments. - Sonoma County.
Ashley Holland is doing her own thing. - South Central Coast.
Jessica Gasca is doing it all!
[Apr 2023]
- Napa Valley.
Ashley Hepworth launches her consulting service. - Napa Valley.
Priyanka Dhar French overseeing reincarnation of Signorello Estate. - Napa Valley.
Niki Williams becomes winemaker at Cakebread Cellars. - Napa Valley.
Sally Johnson Blum becomes winemaker at Tamber Bey. - Sonoma County.
Kathleen Inman's winery hosts a benefit for paws. - South Central Coast.
Mireia Taribó and Tara Gomez craft wine from a rare white grape. - South Central Coast.
Alisa Jacobson among winemakers using unusual wine varietals.
[Mar 2023]
- Napa Valley.
Natalie Winkler, winemaker and viticulturist, featured in a podcast. - Napa Valley.
Kira Ballotta in a podcast. - Napa Valley.
Victoria Coleman is forging a path for other Black females in the wine industry. - Napa Valley.
Carole Meredith is profiled. - Napa Valley.
Pam Starr of Crocker & Starr featured in a podcast. - Napa Valley.
Angelina Mondavi talks about her career in winemaking. - Napa Valley.
Angelina Mondavi crafts initial vintage of CK Mondavi Family Select, an upscale brand. - Napa Valley.
Rebekah Wineburg talks about how first-generation women winemakers benefited her and others. - Napa Valley/Sonoma County.
Five women winemakers highlighted. - Napa Valley/Sonoma County.
Jen Beloz part of the wave of women making a dent in winemaking. - North Central Coast.
Dana Stemmler crafts a new Chardonnay for Juggernaut Wines. - Sierra Foothills.
Anne Kraemer is a viticulturist extraordinare! - Sonoma County.
Marreya Bailey and Theodora Lee are among Black winemakers making waves in the industry. - Sonoma County.
Meet Hillary Sjolund of Aperture Cellars through a podcast. - Sonoma County.
Gianna Fugazi is one of the women shattering the glass ceiling. - Sonoma County.
Ondine Chattan is part of Share a Splash Wine Co.'s majority female team. - Sonoma County.
Terese Heredia named as Sonoma County Innovator by Sonoma County Vintners. - South Central Coast.
Brianne Engels appointed as Head Winemaker at Chamisal Vineyards. - Statewide.
Two of the four wineries honored with California Green Medal Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards have women as their lead winemakers.
[Feb 2023]
- Napa Valley.
Laura Diaz Munoz in a podcast. - Napa Valley.
Rebekah Wineburg talks about Carmenère finding a home in Napa. - Napa Valley.
Kristin Belair assumes new role as Director of Winegrowing and Sustainability at Honig. - Napa Valley.
Sarah Vandendriessche podcasts. - Napa Valley.
Danielle Cyrot talks about the snow in Napa. - North Central Coast.
Visit a video of Aaliyah Nitoto, who is pursuing her dream in the wine industry. - Sonoma County.
Martha Stouman and Megan Glaab are two crafters of natural wine in Sonoma. - Sonoma County.
Bibiana González Rave crafts her wines to be unforgettable. - South Central Coast.
Alisa Jacobsen launches a new winery. - South Central Coast.
Kristen Barnhisel is part of J. Lohr's efforts toward increasing diversity. - South Central Coast.
Dana Volk launches her "Happy Mommy Wines." - South Central Coast.
Area winemakers gather for a celebration of women in the industry. - South Central Coast.
Jane Dunkley is crafting Cakebread's Central Coast wines. - South Central Coast.
Simonne Mitchelson has a Q&A session. - Statewide.
Elizabeth Tangney listed among winemakers to know.
[Jan 2023]
- Napa Valley.
Angelina Mondavi in a podcast. - Napa Valley.
Rosalind Reynolds named as one of "23 to watch" by Napa's "The Press Democrat." - Napa Valley.
Kara Groom named as one of "23 to watch" by Napa's "The Press Democrat." - Napa Valley.
Laura Diaz Muñoz podcasts. - Napa Valley.
Angelina Mondavi and her sisters at Dark Wine. - Napa Valley.
Julie Robertson of Crocker & Starr featured in a podcast. - Napa Valley.
Kristy Melton lauded by retiring winemaker, Ted Edwards. - Napa Valley/Sonoma County.
Wines crafted by Dana Epperson (Duckhorn), Sarah Gott (Joel Gott), Tami Lotz (Mumm Napa), and Susan Lueker (Kendall-Jackson) listed among Wine Spectator's Top 10 Values of 2022. - Sonoma County.
Shauna Rosenblum describes her career as a winemaker. - Sonoma County.
Teresa Heredia and Heidi von der Mehden noted as winemakers of iconic Sonoma brands. - Sonoma County.
Ondine Chattan releases her first Atelier vintage. - Sonoma County.
Jasmine Hirsch became a winemaker before she'd even made wine. - South Central Coast.
Kathy Joseph's Grüner Veltliner touted.
[Dec 2022]
- Sonoma County.
Rosalind Reynolds named among "23 to watch in 2023" by The Press Democrat. - Sonoma County.
Kara Groom named among "23 to watch in 2023" by The Press Democrat. - South Central Coast.
Justin Trabue is releasing her first vintage for Ward Four Wines.
[Nov 2022]
- Central Valley.
Crystal Weaver-Kiessling joins Quady Winery as winemaker. - Napa Valley.
Maya Dalla Valla expresses her life lessons. - Napa Valley.
Kimberlee Nicholls excited about renovated tasting room at Markham. - Napa Valley.
Kimberlee Nicholls looks to the future at Markham. - Napa Valley.
Chris Kajani talks about the now and future for Bouchaine. - Napa Valley.
Laura Díaz Muñoz is enlisting worms for a purpose. - Napa Valley.
KK Carothers featured in podcast. - Northern California.
Lisa Howard doing the unexpected. - Sonoma County.
Marimar Torres making wines she likes. - Sonoma County.
Theresa Heredia feature in Bermudan newspaper. - Sonoma County.
Bibiana González Rave isn't just about winemaking. - Sonoma County.
Montserrat Reece announces promotions at Pedroncelli. - South Central Coast.
Melani Harding is a winemaker with experience as an Army veteran. - South Central Coast.
Alisa Jacobson has two homes. - South Central Coast.
Vailia From among the winemakers featured in a film. - South Central Coast.
Tara Gomez among the few indigenous owners of wineries.
[Oct 2022]
- Napa Valley.
Mabel Ojeda along with husband, Andy Butler, using Lodi fruit for their wines. - Napa Valley.
Elizabeth Vianna comments on the 2022 Napa harvest. - North Central Coast.
Kamee Knutson of Talbott Vineyards is interviewed. - Sonoma County.
Ondine Chattan featured in podcast. - Sonoma County.
Morét Brealynn makes wine now, having not done so before. - Sonoma County.
Jennifer Reichardt podcasts. - Sonoma County.
Katie Madigan's Old Vine Zin featured in article. - South Central Coast.
Karen Steinwachs and Kathy Joseph join forces. - Statewide.
Meet nine women who are changing the wine world.
[Sep 2022]
- Mendocino County.
Theodora Lee is a path making winemaker. - Napa Valley.
Megan Schofield joins Joel Gott Wines. - Napa Valley.
Marketta Fourmeaux places her home and underground winery up for sale. - Napa Valley.
Diana Snowden Seysses participates in a panel on the 2022 harvest. - Napa Valley.
Alison Crowe quoted regarding early harvest. - Napa Valley.
Carmel Greenberg part of Clos du Val's 50 years in business. - Napa Valley.
Marinda Kruger named Director of Winemaking at Firstleaf. - North Central Coast.
Rosa Fierro departed from the corporate life to become a winemaker. - South Central Coast.
Nancy Ulloa is living her dream. - South Central Coast.
Kris Curran and her husband are into enzymes. - South Central Coast.
Nancy Ulloa is pursuing her dream. - South Central Coast.
Tara Gomez and Mirara Taribo to be featured in telecast. - Sonoma County.
Kathleen Inman is racing against time.
[Aug 2022]
- Napa Valley.
Kira Ballotta talks about her two brands. - Napa Valley.
Diana Snowden Seysses introduces her Merlot. - Napa Valley.
Paula Lhote announces start of harvest for Chandon California. - Napa Valley.
Linda Trotta crafts Bread and Butter Wines' first Pinot Grigio. - Napa Valley.
Jennifer Williams guides construction of a new Arrow & Branch winery. - Napa Valley.
Chris Kajani in a podcast. - Napa Valley.
Priyanka Dhar French summarizes her personal guidelines. - Napa Valley.
Angelina Mondavi is celebrating Internation Pinot Noir Day. - Napa Valley.
Alison Crary Rodriguez named winemaker for Silverado Vineyards. - Napa Valley.
Angelina Mondavi joins Charles Krug team as consulting winemaker. - Napa Valley.
Heidi Peterson Barrett joins Elizabeth Spencer Winery. - Napa Valley.
Kristin Belair, Laura Barrett, Elizabeth Vianna, Jennifer Rue among winemakers describing the 2022 harvest. - Sonoma County.
Corinne Rich and Katie Rouse are making sneakily complex wines. - Sonoma County.
Bibiana González Rave wants her wines to be paired and shared. - Sonoma County.
Sonoe Hirabayashi describes her second career. - Sonoma County.
Maggie Kruse reflects on winemaking at Jordan.
[Jul 2022]
- Central Valley.
Jennifer Reichardt and Sara Morgenstern of Little Trouble Wine Co. are crafting unique Zinfandel field blends. - Central Valley.
Nicole Walsh nurtures cinsaut grapes. - Napa Valley.
Sally Johnson Blum joining Robert Mondavi Winery as Director of Winemaking. - Napa Valley.
Carole Meredith and her husband are ceding control of their vineyard. - Napa Valley.
Dawnine Dyer featured in YouTube interview. - Napa Valley.
Shawna Miller launches Earthshine Wines. - Northern California.
Tracey Brandt among the Berkeley-area winemakers touting natural wine. - Sonoma County.
Shauna Rosenblum named winemaker for the Lytton Springs unit of Ridge Vineyards. - South Central Coast.
Jessica Gasca talks soil.
[Jun 2022]
- Central Valley.
Susan Tipton making diverse wines from California's oldest vineyard region. - Napa Valley.
Pam Starr in a video. - Napa Valley.
Elizabeth Vianna podcasts. - Napa Valley.
Priyanka French is one of a very few Indian winemakers in Napa Valley. - Napa Valley.
Priyanka French responsible for crafting wines for new Signorello labels. - Napa Valley.
Samantha Sheehan is crafting wine to benefit the Bâtonnage Mentorship Program. - Napa Valley.
Four distinguished winemakers combine to produce a limited red blend. - North Central Coast.
Nicole Walsh brings orange wine to Bonny Doon Vineyard. - Sonoma County.
Heidi Bridenhagen will now be crafting wines from the Nightwing Estate Vineyard. - Sonoma County.
Diana Novy is part of a group that is making wine to benefit the Ukraine. - Sonoma County.
Katy Wilson covers a range of topics. - Sonoma County.
Kerith Overstreet traded a medical career for winemaking. - South Central Coast.
Kathy Joseph talks about her Sauvignon Blanc. - South Central Coast.
Iris Rideau publishes a memoir. - South Central Coast.
Clarissa Nagy is a key member of the Riverbench team. - Statewide.
Winemakers can be surfers. - Napa Valley.
Meghan Zobeck celebrates opening of Burgess Cellars tasting room. - South Central Coast.
Janell Dusi in a podcast.
[May 2022]
- Napa Valley.
Pauline Lhote is trusting her instincts as a mother and winemaker. - Napa Valley.
Kristy Melton putting her stamp on Freemark Abbey. - Napa Valley.
Jenny Wagner is a winemaker in a first family of California wine. - Sonoma County.
Cara Morrison, Chardonnay winemaker at Sonoma-Cutrer, talks about the winery's latest releases. - Sonoma County.
Melissa Stackhouse joins Dutton-Goldfield Winery. - Sonoma County.
Lisa Bishop Forbes crafts a wine honoring the Hispanic legacy at Primani Wine. - South Central Coast.
Kathy Joseph continues with Fiddlestix fruit. - South Central Coast.
Get to know Iris Rideau, the first Black woman to own a commercial winery in the US. - South Central Coast.
Vailia From and Riley Hubbard are part of the Tin City collection of wineries.
[Apr 2022]
- Central Valley.
Meet some women winemakers in the Lodi area. - Livermore Valley.
Women winemakers of "The Block" are highlights of Livermore. - Napa Valley.
Nicole Marchesi, winemaker for Far Niente, is among the those crafting tasty Chardonnays. - North Central Coast.
Sabrine Rodems talks about the magic she brings to Wrath Wines. - South Central Coast.
Kristen Barnhisel's Sauvignon Blanc shines at Monterey Wine Competition. - South Central Coast.
Sonja Magdevski talks about her career. - Statewide.
As part of its Women's History Month Series, Wine Enthusiast's Senior Editor Stacy Briscoe speaks with book co-author, Dr. Lucia Albino Gilbert, about Women Winemakers: Personal Odysseys.
[Mar 2022]
- Central Valley.
Elyse Perry leads session on Spanish varietals. - Central Valley.
Laura Chadwell is taking Oak Ridge Winery to the next level. - Central Valley.
Women are a key part of the Lodi appellation. - Central Valley.
More on the women of Lodi. - Mendocino County.
Tami McKay is the winemaker at Windsor Vineyards in Hopland. - Napa Valley.
Remi Cohen is leading the way at Domaine Carneros. - Napa Valley.
Victoria Coleman outlines her journey to becoming a lead winemaker. - Napa Valley.
Nana Meriwether is crafting unusual wines. - Napa Valley.
Heidi Peterson Barrett is leaving Kenzo Estate. - Napa Valley.
Maya Dalla Valle featured in podcast. - Napa Valley.
Celia Welch crafts a Cabernet Sauvignon that is worth the wait. - Napa Valley.
Elizabeth Vianna explains her approach to making Cabernet Sauvignon. - Napa Valley.
Helen Keplinger heads for Aspen. - Sonoma County.
Kara Marie Groom leaping into petillant style. - Sonoma County.
Zelma Long talks about her career. - Sonoma County.
Martha Stouman talks about natural wine. - Sonoma County.
Hélène Seillan has a foot in both the Sonoma Valley and Bordeaux. - Northern California.
Five women making wine in the Livermore Valley. - South Central Coast.
Celebrate women winemakers. - South Central Coast.
Women in wine and food celebrated. - South Central Coast.
Samra Morris brings her Bosnian winemaking talents to Alma Rosa. - South Central Coast.
Wife and husband team love music and making wine. - Southern California.
Meet some women in the wine industry of Southern California. - Statewide.
Meet five women involved in winemaking.
[Feb 2022]
- Napa Valley.
Shaina Harding partners with an Olympic medalist in swimming to found Gaderian Wines. - Napa Valley.
Laura Díaz Muñoz brings a Spanish influence to Napa. - Napa Valley.
Sarah Green named winemaker for FEL Wines. - Napa Valley.
Rebekah Wineburg in a podcast. - Napa Valley.
Victoria Coleman leads the way for Black female winemakers. - Napa Valley.
Jaimee Motley and Avery Heelan among the winemakers leading historic Napa wineries. - Northern California.
Shauna Rosenblum, Carol Shelton, and Gina Giugni among the winemakers talking about the evolution of Zinfandel. - Sonoma County.
Theodora Lee, winemaker and owner of Theopolis Vineyards, establishes fund to support viticulture and enology students. - South Central Coast.
Iris Rideau is a true trailblazer. - South Central Coast.
Iris Rideau seizes opportunity in business and wine. - South Central Coast.
Janell Dusi and Jordan Fiorentini spearhead the California Zinfandel Trail. - South Central Coast.
Farewell to Kitá. - South Central Coast.
Alice Anderson founds Âmevive Wine in the Santa Ynez Valley. - Statewide.
Domaine Carneros announces its 2022 program of mentorship and scholarship.
[Jan 2022]
- Central Valley.
Susan Tipton's 2020 Viognier named Best White at the 22nd annual San Francisco Chronicle Competition. - Napa Valley.
Laura Díaz Muñoz turns a sidetrip to Napa into the role of winemaker at Ehlers. - Napa Valley.
Molly Hill is leaving Sequoia Grove to focus on her own label, GRO Wines. - Napa Valley.
Celia Welch crafts a new Rutherford Cabernet. - Napa Valley.
Mary Wells Coyle talks about the mission of ONEHOPE Wine. - Sonoma County.
Elizabeth Tangney and Kathryn Sloan are pursuing the "monopole" philosophy. - Sonoma County.
Meghan Rech may find that dressage mixes with wine at Castle Rock Winery. - Sonoma County.
Jaime "JJ" Dowell has her first wines released for West Coast Wine Partners. - Sonoma County.
Meet some of Sonoma's up and coming winemakers. - Sonoma/Napa Valleys.
Motherhood a challenge for women winemakers. - South Central Coast.
Alisa Jacobson found that the Santa Ynez region "checked all the boxes." - South Central Coast.
Valia From and Jordan Fiorentini are among the Paso Robles winemakers using amphorae. - South Central Coast.
Molly Lonborg continues the tradition at Alta Colina. - South Central Coast.
Tara Gomez's role as winemaker for Kitá Wines coming to an end as winery is being closed. - South Central Coast.
Tara Gomez and Mireia Taribó are focusing on developing their own winery, Camins 2 Dreams. - Southern California.
A TV offering worth watching.
[Dec 2021]
- Napa Valley.
Cathy Corison celebrates the Golden Anniversary of her Kronos vineyard. - Napa Valley.
Maya Dalla Valle crafting high-end Cabernet Sauvignon. - Northern California.
Anna Bassett describes the wines of her Bonifacia label. - Sonoma County.
Erica Stancliff, winemaker at Pfendler Vineyards is among the individuals talking about the effect of wind on grapes. - Sonoma County.
Jenna Davis crafts site-specific wines at DuMOL. - Sonoma County.
Maggie Kruse, a native of the Midwest, is crafting elegant Cabs at Jordan. - South Central Coast.
Karen Steinwach remaining as winemaker at Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard after its sale. - South Central Coast.
Gretchen Voelcker crafting wines for the Ballard Canyon brand of Piazza Family Wines.
[Nov 2021]
- Napa Valley.
Mari Wells Coyle is crafting wine that has a purpose. - Napa Valley.
Jennifer Rue is part of a time of women at Oakville Ranch winery. - Sonoma County.
Shelly Rafanellia and Eva Dehlinger are among the winemakers commenting on Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon. - Sonoma County.
Over half of the "21 Rising Stars on Sonoma's Wine Scene" are women. - Sonoma County.
Cara Morrison and Zidaniela Arcidiacono are crafting Burgundian-style wines. - South Central Coast.
Sunny Doench forgoes acting for winemaking. - South Central Coast.
Lane Tanner has suggested wine pairings for Thanksgiving. - South Central Coast.
Kathy Joseph is changing directions with the sale of her Fiddlestix Vineyard.
[Oct 2021]
- Napa Valley.
Julie Johnson and Chris Kajani are "employing" raptors. - Napa Valley.
Carmel Greenberg breathing new life into Clos du Val. - Napa Valley.
Carmel Greenberg is the first Israeli woman to be a head winemaker in Napa. - South Central Coast.
Kristin Bryden named General Manager at Zaca Mesa Winery and Vineyards. - South Central Coast.
Tara Gomez named "Winemaker of the Year" as part of the 2021 VinePair Next Wave Awards. - South Central Coast.
Tara Gomez continues to make headlines. - South Central Coast.
Clarissa Nagy and Kristen Bryden part of making the Santa Barbara area a wine destination.
[Sep 2021]
- Napa Valley.
Nova Cadamatre takes you around the country. - Napa Valley.
Danielle Cyrot is the guiding light at Cade Estate. - Napa Valley.
Kimberlee Nicholls comments on Markham Vineyards' Merlot. - Napa Valley.
Crissy Wittmann develops new brand at The Prisoner Wine Company. - Northern California.
Jane Khoury combines winemaking with nursing. - Northern California.
Mabel Ojeda named as winemaker for Bravante Vineyards. - Sonoma County.
Abby Watt named winemaker at Medlock Ames Winery. - Sonoma County.
Penelope Gadd-Coster talks about the new vineyard experiment for Rack & Riddle. - South Central Coast.
Mireia Taribó and Tara Gomez are crafting outstanding wines at Camins 2 Dreams. - South Central Coast.
Mercy Torres and Ariana Godina are beginning their journey to becoming winemakers. - South Central Coast.
Tara Gomez talks about her winemaking. - South Central Coast.
Samra Morris's wines earn high marks. - South Central.
Alisa Jacobson has Turning Tide Wines as her dream project. - Statewide.
Pam Starr, Kari Auringer, and Lydia Cummins featured in podcasts #158, #189, and #151, respectively. - Statewide.
Susan Doyle named Vice President of Vineyards and Winemaking for Riboli Family Wines. - Statewide.
Ana Diogo-Draper among the winemakers concerned about the drought.
[Aug 2021]
- Napa Valley.
Rosemary Cakebread is a collaborator. - Napa Valley.
Pauline Lhote announces start of harvest at Domaine Chandon. - Napa Valley.
Sharon Kazan Harris connects women winemakers in the Napa Valley and Bordeaux. - Napa Valley.
Chrissy Wittman of The Prisoner talks about her career and her wines in a podcast. - Napa Valley.
Kari Auringer is part of Cornerstone Cellars 30th year of crafting wines. - Napa Valley.
Linda Trotta's Bread and Butter wines find a new home in Napa. - Napa Valley.
Aimee Baker is the new Director of Winemaking for Trinchero. - Napa Valley.
Cathy Corison's wines are reviewed. - Napa Valley.
Chris Kajani opts for the wine world rather than a life in biotech. - Northern California.
Dr. Chris Wachira opens tasting room in Alameda. - Sonoma County.
Corinne Rich and Katie Rouse are crafting wines from under-represented varietals. - South Central Coast.
Meet some new-generation winemakers.
[Jul 2021]
- Central Valley.
Susan Tipton describes the impact of drought. - Napa Valley.
Priyanka French making her mark in the Napa Valley. - Napa Valley.
Stacy Vogel named winemaker at Plata Wine Partners. - Napa Valley.
Remi Cohen is leading Domaine Carneros. - Napa Valley.
Rebecca George joins Brandlin Estate as associate winemaker. - Napa Valley.
Avery Heelan has been named winemaker at Larkmead Vineyards. - Sonoma County.
Carol Shelton named "Winemaker of the Year" by the Women’s International Wine Competition 2021. - Sonoma County.
Jennifer Reichardt and Sarah Morgenstern are making Little Trouble Wine Co. a go. - Sonoma County.
Alice Warnecke Sutro leads hikes through the vineyard. - South Central Coast.
Samra Morris is an inspiring winemaker. - South Central Coast.
Alisa Jacobson leaving the Napa Valley to focus on her own brand, Turning Tide Wines. - South Central Coast.
Meet three of the women of J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines. - Southern California.
Carol Shelton reminisces about Don Galleano.
[Jun 2021]
- Napa Valley.
Sara Fowler of Peju Winery featured in Vino Lingo Video. - Napa Valley.
Jessica Koga named as winemaker at Schramsberg Vineyards. - Napa Valley.
Maya Dalla Valle is in the process of modernizing her winery. - Northern California.
Lisa Howard making her mark in wine. - Sonoma County.
Carol Shelton Wine's 2019 Coquille Rouge awarded "Best of Show/Best of Red" in the Central Coast Wine Competition. - Sonoma County.
Meet the women winemakers featured at the Sonoma Batonnage. - Sonoma County.
Teresa Heredia promotes equality. - South Central Coast.
Gina Giugni, Natalie Siddique, Alice Anderson, Mireia Taribó, Tara Gomez, Simmone Mitchelson are among the wine mavericks. - South Central Coast.
Kristen Bryden making Pinot Noir and Chardonnay at Tread Wines. - South Central Coast.
Tara Gomez and Mireia Taribò are partners in winemaking and life. - South Central Coast.
Jordan Fiorentini in a YouTube presentation. - South Central Coast.
Alecia Beth Moore, aka Pink, focused on her wine during the pandemic. - South Central Coast.
Samra Morris in a podcast. - South Central Coast.
Alice Anderson of âmevive makes Rhône-style wines.
[May 2021]
- Central Valley.
Beth Liston promoted to Director of Winemaking for Dark Horse. - Central Valley.
Sierra Zeiter's 2020 Fiona recognized as "Best of Show White" at 2021 International Women's Wine Competition. - Lake/Mendocino County.
Margaret Leonardi promoted to winemaker at Fetzer Vineyards. - Napa Valley.
Colleen FitzGerald promoted to winemaker at Pine Ridge Vineyards. - Napa Valley.
Samantha Sheehan inspired by ravens. - Napa Valley.
Brittany Sherwood replicates Joe Heitz's "Lot C-91." - Napa Valley.
Justine Labbé appointed winemaker at Cathiard Family Estate. - Napa Valley.
Vanessa Wong making some fine wines from Sonoma Coast fruit. - Sonoma County.
Teresa Heredia promoted to Director of Winemaking at Gary Farrell Winery. - Sonoma County.
Maggie Kruse assessing quality of fruit from recently acquired vineyard. - South Central Coast.
Kathy Joseph is again providing a venue for live music at Fiddlehead Winery. - South Central Coast.
Alisa Jacobson launches "Turning Tide," her own brand.
[Apr 2021]
- Lake/Mendocino County.
Margaret Leonardi, winemaker at Fetzer Hopland, is a North Bay Business Journal 2021 Forty Under 40 awardee. - Napa Valley.
Laura Diaz Muñoz in a podcast. - Napa Valley.
Danielle Cyrot in a podcast. - Napa Valley.
Nova Cadamatre is a prominent bi-coastal winemaker. - Napa Valley.
Pauline Lhote parlayed an internship into a directorship. - Solano County.
Lisa Howard, co-owner and winemaker at Tolenas Winery, is a North Bay Business Journal 2021 Forty Under 40 awardee. - Sonoma County.
Katy Wilson is leveling the field for women winemakers. - Sonoma County.
Erica Stancliff seeking zero-tolerance policy. - South Central Coast.
Brooke Carhartt of Carhartt Family Wines markets her wines exclusively to club members, visitors to the tasting room, and on-line. - South Central Coast.
Tara Gomez featured in Season 2 of Verticals.
[Mar 2021]
- Napa Valley.
Carole Meredith uses her expertise as a geneticist to clarify the heritage of Petite Sirah. - Napa Valley.
Kimberlee Nicholls talks about a new addition to the Markham Napa Valley Vineyards portfolio. - Napa Valley.
Kudos to some of the Valley's leading women winemakers. - Napa Valley.
Stephanie Jacobs talks about her role at Cakebread Cellars. - Napa Valley.
Brooke Bobyak has been named winemaker for Bella Union winery. - Napa Valley.
Allison Wilson talks about the challenges being faced by viticulturists. - Napa Valley.
Heidi and Chelsea Barrett are the first mother/daughter team to judge at the North Coast Wine Challenge. - North Central Coast.
Simonne Mitchelson has a hand in both large and micro wineries. - Northern California.
Rhonda Wood of Wood Family Vineyards a big winner of awards at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. - Northern California.
Selling their wines is a challenge for small wineries. - Sonoma County.
Alicia Sylvester named winemaker for Banshee Wines in Healdsburg. - Sonoma County.
Erica Stancliff is interviewed about her winemaking. - Sonoma County.
Kathleen Inman sets an example for women in the wine industry. - Sonoma County.
Teresa Heredia is grateful for women winemakers who paved the way for others in the industry. - South Central Coast.
Gretchen Voelcker talks about her career in wine. - South Central Coast.
Kristin Bryden, winemaker at Zaca Mesa, talks about TREAD. - South Central Coast.
Samra Morris, winemaker for Alma Rosa, is in love with the Santa Barbara area. - South Central Coast.
Samra Morris riding high in Santa Barbara County. - Statewide.
Meet four women winemakers who know winemaking at its best. - Statewide.
Women's ownership of wineries empirically evaluated.
[Feb 2021]
- Central Valley.
Susan Tipton, winemaker at Acquiesce Winery, talks about making Rhône varietals. - Napa Valley.
Kristi Koford celebrating her 50th(!) harvest. - Napa Valley.
Laura Diaz Muñoz featured in podcast. - North Central Coast.
Elizabeth Kester promoted to Head of Winemaking at Wente Family Estates winery. - Northern California.
Cary Quintana runs a one-woman winery. - Northern California.
Cathy Corison touted by Eric Asimov as a winemaker who produced excellent wine despite a challenging vintage. - Northern California.
Women winemakers are recognized. - Sonoma County.
Erica Stancliff of Trombetta Family Wines featured in podcast. - Sonoma County.
Heidi von der Mehden maintaining the high quality of wines at Merry Edwards Winery. - South Central Coast.
Samra Morris has gone from a war zone to the hills of Santa Barbara.
[Jan 2021]
- Napa Valley.
Maya Dalla Valle named as winemaker at Dalla Valle Vineyards. - North Central Coast.
Laura Brennan Bissell is interviewed while on holiday in Hawaii. - Northern California.
Cynthia Cosco is moving her winery and tasting room to Alameda. - Sonoma County.
Amy Chenoweth talks about becoming a winemaker. - Sonoma County.
Nicole Hitchcock featured in a podcast. - Sonoma County.
Theresa Heredia and Heidi von der Mehden describe their respective "neighborhoods." - Sonoma County.
Kathleen Inman has deep roots in winemaking. - Sonoma County.
Sarah Quider named VP of Winemaking for Foley Family Wines' Sonoma County Portfolio. - South Central Coast.
Gretchen Voelcker joins Piazza Family Wines as its winemaker..
[Dec 2020]
- Napa Valley.
Evyn Cameron of Crocker & Starr winery featured in podcast. - Napa Valley.
Jaimee Motley named as winemaker for Stony Hill Vineyard. - North Central Coast.
Kristie Tacey talks about her journey into winemaking. - Sonoma County.
Kathleen Inman wins Wine, Beer & Spirits Industry Award. - South Central Coast.
Chelsea Franchi of Tablas Creek wins Cellar Worker Award from the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance. - South Central Coast.
Women winemakers hosting a benefit for FoodBank. - South Central Coast.
Molly Lonborg of Alta Colina is interviewed. - Statewide.
Esther Mobley lists 12 of the best California wines; five of them are produced by women!
[Nov 2020]
- Sonoma County.
Kaitlin Childers is producing Sauveteur Rouge, a light red blend from the Alexander Valley. - Sonoma County.
Kathleen Inman continues to make the news. - Sonoma County.
Judy Jordan and her Geodesy wines are the source of support for WG Edge (Women Gaining an Edge). - Southern California.
Alysha Stehley is not to be mistaken for a "cellar rat."
[Oct 2020]
- Napa Valley.
Women winemakers lead in Napa Valley. - Santa Cruz Mountains.
Nicole Walsh among the winemakers grappling with the aftermath of fires. - Sonoma County.
Jennifer Reichardt is featured in a podcast. - Sonoma County.
Rosalind Reynolds of Emme Wines has a podcast. - Sonoma County.
Bibiana González Rave speaks her mind about winemaking. - South Central Coast.
Tara Gomez talks about winemaking the "Chumash way."
[Sep 2020]
- Anderson Valley.
Smith Story Wine Cellars, where Katy Wilson is the winemaker, will not be producing a 2020 vintage because of smoke taint. - Mendocino/Lake County.
Theodora Lee named to Wine Business Monthly's list of 2020 Wine Industry Leaders. - Napa Valley.
Several women winemakers comment on harvest in the Napa Valley. - Napa Valley.
Cherie Melka gives an update on harvest. - Napa Valley.
Meghan Zobeck becoming winemaker for Burgess Cellars. - Sonoma County.
Elizabeth Valdez is a leading winemaker. - South Central Coast.
Santa Barbara County Women Winemakers donate to FoodBank. - Statewide.
California's next generation women winemakers are highlighted. - Statewide.
The Gilberts analyze progress for women winemakers.
[Aug 2020]
- Lake County.
Annette Hoff is joining Shannon Ridge Family Wines. - Mendocino County.
Milla Handley remembered by Steve Heimoff. - Mendocino County.
Milla Handley, a pioneer among women winemakers, has passed away from Covid-19. - Mendocino County.
Mila Handley: more memories of her life. - Napa Valley.
Whitney Fisher continues the family legacy at Fisher Vineyards. - Napa Valley.
Several women are among the winemakers commenting on the 2020 harvest. - North Central Coast.
Shauna Rosenblum of Rock Wall Wines has an admirer of her wines: Kamala Harris! - Sonoma County.
Theresa Heredia has her say on early picking, great vineyards, and overripe bananas. - Sonoma County.
Brenae Royal oversees the Monte Rosso vineyard. - Sonoma County.
Zidanelia Arcidiacono makes Wine Enthusiast's 2020 40 under 40 list. - Sonoma County.
Bibiana Gonzalez Rave knew as a teenager that the wine industry was in her future. - Sonoma County.
Angelina Mondavi adds Sojourn Cellars to her portfolio of wineries. - Sonoma County.
Kerith Overstreet talks harvest in the midst of the pandemic and the way forward for small wineries. - Sonoma County.
Megan Glaab among those talking about the path to becoming a winemaker. - South Central Coast.
Kathy Joseph of Fiddlehead Cellars is interviewed. - Statewide.
Tara Gomez, Shalini Shakar, and Jaimee Motley are California winemakers to be reckoned with.
[Jul 2020]
- Napa Valley.
Alison Frichtl Hollister promoted to Senior Winemaker at Hall Family Wines. - Napa Valley.
Eileen Crane retiring from Domaine Carneros. - Napa Valley.
Five women winemakers in Napa to talk about their wines. - Napa Valley.
Lucia and John Gilbert will be hosting a virtual wine tasting featuring wines by five outstanding winemakers of the Napa Valley. - Napa Valley.
Jen Beloz excited about opening of Faust Haus in the midst of the pandemic. - North Central Coast.
Shauna Rosenblum's Rock Wall Wine Co. is the place to go in Alameda. - Sonoma Valley.
Women are invigorating the Petaluma Gap AVA. - Sonoma Valley.
Kathleen Inman featured in article. - Sonoma Valley.
Maggie Kruse, newly-appointed winemaker at Jordan, helps the winery deal with the pandemic. - Sonoma Valley.
Theresa Heredia of Gary Ferrell Winery talks about single-vineyard wines. - Sonoma Valley.
Helen Turleys Marcassin wines among the most expensive in the Sonoma area. - South Central Coast.
Angela Osborne leaving Folding Hills Winery to focus on her own brand. - South Central Coast.
Sonya Magdevski is a formidable winemaker in the Santa Barbara region. - South Central Coast.
Syrahs produced by Nicole Pope at Stolo Family Vineyards and Tara Gomez and Mireia Taribó at Camins 2 Dream are among 10 cold-climate wines featured.
[Jun 2020]
- Napa Valley.
Pam Starr shares her thoughts on wine. - Sonoma Valley.
Penny Gadd-Coster makes bubbly for the Breathless brand. - Sonoma Valley.
Katy Wilson talks about her winemaking career. - Sonoma Valley.
Heidi von der Mehden talks about the wines she's making at Merry Edwards. - South Central Coast.
Angela Osborne leaving as winemaker at Folding Hills to concentrate on her own brand, A Tribute to Grace. - South Central Coast.
Molly Lonborg of Alta Colina talks about three of her wines she's currently drinking.
[May 2020]
- Central Coast.
Wynne Solomon is up and coming as a winemaker. - Napa Valley.
Cathy Corison is again a finalist for a James Beard Award in the Outstanding Wine, Beer or Spirits Producer category. - Napa Valley.
Alycia and Angelina Mondavi talk about marketing wine in the midst of the pandemic. - Napa Valley.
Geneviève Janssens talks about Napa Valley's "other" cabernet. - Napa Valley.
Helen Keplinger talks about winemaking. - Napa/Sonoma Valleys.
Find out about some of the women behind the wines. - North Central.
Tracey Brandt of Donkey and Goat is hosting a drive-through wine party. - Sonoma Valley.
Teresa Heredia and Tiffany Kuhn, winemaker and estate sommelier, respectively, at Gary Farrell are hosting virtual winetastings. - South Central Coast.
Tara Gomez and Mireia Taribo not only love making wine and love one another as well.
[Apr 2020]
- Central Coast.
Molly Lonborg becomes winemaker at Alta Colina. - Napa Valley.
Join Chrissy Wittmann for a tasting of The Prisoner wines. - Napa Valley.
Eileen Crane stepping down as CEO of Domaine Carneros. - Napa Valley.
Rebecca George of Kelly Fleming Wines leads a winetasting. - Napa Valley.
Kristy Melton and her predecessor talk about the wine style at Freemark Abbey. - Napa/Sonoma Valleys.
Learn about pioneering women in the wine industry. - North Central.
Megan Bell sources her fruit from the margins. - Sonoma Valley.
Bibiana González Rave describes the making of a Rosé wine. - Sonoma Valley.
For Marimar Torres and her daughter, it's not just all about winemaking. - South Central Coast.
Tara Gomez and Mireia Taribo launch Camins 2 Dreams in Lompoc. - South Central Coast.
Vailia Esh, Kristin Barnhisel, and Karen Steinwachs are serious about their Sauvignon Blanc.
[Mar 2020]
- Napa Valley.
Priyanka French on the job at the rebuilt Signorello Estate. - Sonoma Valley.
Maggie Kruse now directing both winemaking and viticulture at Jordan Vineyard & Winery. - Sonoma Valley.
Kathleen Inman has a solution to wine tasting during these challenging times. - South Central Coast.
Tara Gomez is a history-making winemaker. - South Central Coast.
Women winemakers of Santa Barbara County celebrate International Women's Day. - Statewide.
Dawna Jones is a proud graduate of Southern University. - Statewide.
Barbara Banke outlines plans for Jackson Family Wines. - Statewide.
Hildegard Heymann named to 2020 ASEV Merit Award.
[Feb 2020]
- Napa Valley.
Sally Nightingale Small named as Small Lot & Research Winemaker at Cuvaison. - Napa Valley.
Shawna Miller of Luna Vineyards is celebrating 25 years of making Sangiovese. - Napa Valley.
Megan Gunderson named Director of Winemaking at HALL Family Wines. - Napa Valley.
Priyanka French notes that grapes don't care about your gender. - Napa Valley.
The wines made by women winemakers at Rudd Wines and Darioush shine at Premier Napa Valley wine auction. - Napa Valley.
Cathy Corison among the semifinalists for the prestigious James Beard as Outstanding Wine, Spirits, or Beer Producer. - Napa Valley.
Kimberlee Nicholls proud that Markham Vineyards is a partner of the film, "A Fine Line." - Sonoma County.
Women for WineSense planning major event. - Sonoma Valley.
Jamie Benziger maintains the family tradition in the wine industry.. - Sonoma Valley.
Zelma Long is a zealous supporter of women in the wine industry. - South Central Coast.
Tara Gomez is a Native American winemaker on the rise. - Statewide.
Maura Johnson of March Wines and Cindy Cosco of Passaggio Wines are among the participants in the Garagiste Wine Festival held in Sonoma.
[Jan 2020]
- Central Coast.
Nicole Walsh remaining at Bonny Doon after its sale by Randall Grahm. - Central Coast.
Samra Morris, a native of Bosnia, is named Winemaker at Alma Rosa Winery & Vineyards. - Central Valley.
Sierra Zeiter named new Head Winemaker at Oak Farm Vineyards. - Napa Valley.
Kristy Melton replaces Ted Edwards as head winemaker at Freemark Abbey. - Napa Valley.
Hope Goldie is named Director of Winemaking at Darioush Winery. - Napa Valley.
Pam Starr gets interviewed. - North Central Coast.
Martha Stoumen touts natural wines. - Sonoma County.
Carol Shelton's Wild Thing Zinfandel named as one of Best of Class for organic wines. - Sonoma County.
Angelina Mondavi establishing Harrow Cellars at former Ravenswood site. - Sonoma County.
La Crema, where Jen Wilson is the winemaker, is subject of a reassessment. - Sonoma County.
Theresa Heredia of Gary Farrell Vineyards is a chemist of wine.
[Dec 2019]
- Central Coast.
Vailia Esh, owner of Desparada Wines, among the winemakers feature in a documentary about Tin City.. - Central Coast.
Molly Bohlman, Niner Wine Estates winemaker, tests yeasts as part of her experimenation in winemaking. - Central Valley.
Karen Birmingham, winemaker at LangeTwins Family, is crafting a new single-vineyard Barbera. - Napa Valley.
Elaine St. Clair is both a winemaker and brewmaster. - Napa Valley.
Jennifer Williams of Zeitgeist Cellars works with her spouse in running the small winery. - Napa Valley.
Angelina Mondavi, winemaker for Aloft, a family venture, introduces the winery's first white varietal. Chenin Blanc. - Napa Valley.
Chrissy Wittmann, Director of Winemaking for The Prisoner, introducing a luxury wine portfolio. - Sonoma County.
Carol Shelton is the "Queen of Zinfandel," but her Coquille Blanc has just been rated No. 41 on Wine Spectator's list of Top 100 Wine List of 2019. - Sonoma County.
Carol Shelton of Carol Shelton Wines and Katy Wilson of Anaba Wines are crafting red wines that will warm your heart.
[Nov 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Sarah Gott is not just a winemaker. - Sonoma County.
Diane Wilson describes the fire damage to the Soda Rock as surreal. - Sonoma County.
Wine Women to hold industry-wide conference. - Sonoma County.
Zelma Long, a trailblazer winemaker, feature in a podcast. - Sonoma County.
Helen Turley to be inducted into the California Hall of Fame.
[Oct 2019]
- Southern California.
Alysha Stehly and Emily Towe are part of making San Diego a haven for natural wines.
[Oct 2019]
- Central Valley.
Kathy Stonum, winemaker and owner of Stonum Vineyards, is developing a prestige winery. - Napa Valley.
Allison Tauziet's "boss" at Colgin Cellars talks about her decision to sell the winery to LVMH. - Sonoma County.
Barbara Lindblom remembers MaryAnn Graf. - Sonoma County.
Katy Wilson takes pride in the new tasting room at Anaba Wines. - Sonoma County.
Treat yourself to an interview with Merry Edwards! - Sonoma County.
Erica Stancliff named as winemaker for Pfendler Vineyards. - Sonoma County.
Hélène Seillan and her father are the team making wine at Vérité.
[Sep 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Nicole Hitchcock and Gina Gallo collaborate in producing award-winning Pinot Noir.
[Sep 2019]
- Central Coast.
Nicole Bertotti Pope and Kamee Knutson pleased with the late harvest occurring in the San Luis Obispo region.
[Sep 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Pauline Lhote is the secret behind Domaine Chandon's success.
[Sep 2019]
- Fairfield.
Gina Oberti Richmond is the winemaker at Mangels Vineyards.
[Sep 2019]
- Central Coast.
Lane Tanner of Lumen Wines is a nominee for Wine Enthusiast’s 20th Annual Wine Star Award in the "Winemaker of the Year" category.. - Monterey County.
Emily Hunt of Drench among the four young winemakers who have recently launched their labels.
[Sep 2019]
- Central Valley.
Heather Lucas and her husband provide long-aged Chardonnays for a feast.
[Sep 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Heidi Peterson Barrett outlines her success as a winemaker. - Napa Valley.
Deb Juergenson of Apothic Wines makes a limited edition sparkling red wine.
[Aug 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Sarah Cahn Bennett, Jamie Benziger, and Jennifer Reichardt are named among the among Top 40 Under 40 Tastemakers in the US by Wine Enthusiast .
[Aug 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Tracy Nielsen and Kathleen Inman are awaiting Harvest 2019.
[Aug 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Who are some of the best women winemakers in Napa?.
[Aug 2019]
- San Diego County.
Linda McWilliams is gearing up for 2019 vintage.
[Aug 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Martha Stouman intentionally relinquishes perfection in making natural wines.
[Aug 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Katy Wilson describes a day of winemaking.
[Jul 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Karin Warnelius-Miller of Garden Creek Ranch Vineyards and Winery had a story of love to tell.
[Jul 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Kari Auringer shows that a Wisconsin native knows how to make wine.
[Jul 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Helen Keplinger is the subject of a podcast.
[Jul 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Maggie Kruse assuming the role of Winemaker at Jordan Winery.
[Jul 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Chantal Forthun is a key part of Flowers Vineyards & Winery as it opens a new tasting room.
[Jul 2019]
- Solano County.
Lisa Howard is a gold medal winner in the 2019 International Women’s Wine Competition.
[Jun 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Jillian Johnson DeLeon launches Mentida Wines.
[Jun 2019]
- Central Valley.
Beth Liston has ridden Dark Horse to the fore at E&J Gallo. - Sonoma County.
Nicole Hitchcock of J Vineyards & Winery in the Russian River Valley knows about pairing wine and food.
[Jun 2019]
- State-wide.
Merry Edwards and wines from Buttonwood Vineyard and Winery and Carol Shelton Wines among awardees at 2019 California State Fair Commercial Wine Competition.
[Jun 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Helen Keplinger at Grace Family continues the legacy of the winery. - Napa Valley.
Celia Welch knows about making cult wines.
[Jun 2019]
- Sierra Foothills.
Ann Kraemer of Amador County knows viticulture and the market for her grapes.
[May 2019]
- UC Davis.
Laura Catena as Walt Klentz Business Speaker presents a talk entitled, “How Science Can Preserve the Ancient Art of Winemaking,” to UC Davis students.
[May 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Merry Edwards and Heidi von der Mehden ensure the future of the winery. - State-wide.
Zelma Long receives the Innovation + Quality 2019 Lifetime Innovator Award.
[May 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Danielle Cyrot, winemaker at CADE Estate Winery, leads a tour of the property.
[May 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Leigh Meyering of MyEnologist in a podcast describes the pathway leading to establishing the firm .
[May 2019]
- Napa/Sonoma.
Celebrate some mother/daughter pairs in the wine industry!
[May 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Nicole Hitchcock, winemaker for J Vineyards and Winery in the Russian River Valley, knows about pairing wine and food.
[May 2019]
- Carneros.
Eileen Crane's Domaine Chandon Brut Rosé 2015 named best of show for sparkling wines at the Rosé Competition 2019.
[May 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Petaluma Gap women winemakers' lot of Pinot Noir outdraws bids for the men's lot of this varietal at the Sonoma County Barrel Auction.
[Apr 2019]
- State-wide.
Leticia Chacon-Rodriguez is the new winemaker at the University of California, Davis.
[Apr 2019]
- Central Coast.
Sarah Holt Mullins is making wines at the "end of the world."
[Apr 2019]
- Central Coast.
Alecia Moore, aka "P!nk," is inspired by the wines of the Loire and Bordeaux.
[Apr 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Pam Starr, winemaker/owner of Crocker & Starr, stars in the Napa Valley.. - Sonoma County.
Vanessa Robledo is part of "Harvest Season," a documentary film about the wine industry.
[Apr 2019]
- State-wide.
Zelma Long named to Lifetime Innovator Award by the Wine Business Monthly editorial team and the Innovation + Quality 2019 Advisory Board.
[Apr 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Merry Edwards wins Wine Lifetime Achievement Award from the California State Fair and the Wine Advisory Task Force.
[Mar 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Calmére Estate Winery opening a tasting room in Carneros, with Sara Fowler as its winemaker.
[Mar 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Executive Winemaking Director Penelope Gadd-Coster enlarges her winemaking team at Rack & Riddle.
[Mar 2019]
- California.
Barbara Banke talks about her love of wine.
[Mar 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Katie Fay and her husband release their first wine.
[Mar 2019]
- Central Coast.
Meet the winemakers in attendance at the Solvang Women Winemakers Dinner. - Sonoma County.
Jessica Boone of Passalacqua Winery talks about her career.
[Mar 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Ondine Chattan named as Winemaker at Share a Splash Wine Co.
[Mar 2019]
- Central Coast.
Gina Hildebrand working toward biodynamic certification. - Central Coast.
Kat Gaffney and McKenna Giardine are winemakers to watch.
[Mar 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Diana Snowden Seysses helps make Ashes and Diamonds happen.
[Mar 2019]
- Central Coast.
The third annual Women Winemakers Dinner is scheduled for March 8th in Solvang.
[Feb 2019]
- Oakland.
Fern A. Stroud talks about Black Vines, an organization she founded. - Yolo County.
Nicole Salengo of Berryessa Gap Vineyards knows her Zinfandel.
[Feb 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Merry Edwards contemplates her next step.
[Feb 2019]
- Sonoma County.
Merry Edwards sells her winery to Roederer.
[Feb 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Mia Kline in a podcast. - Sonoma County.
Zelma Long, Julia Iantosca, and Merry Edwards reminisce about the impact that MaryAnn Graf had on their careers.
[Feb 2019]
- Central Coast.
Nicole Bertotti Pope and her Stolo winery are highlighted.
[Feb 2019]
- Central Coast.
Santa Barbara County women winemakers again celebrating International Women's Day. - Napa Valley.
Mandy Heldt Donovan is running a risky experiment with brettanomyces, a spoilage yeast. - North Central Coast.
Janu Goetz's new winery, Alara Cellars, makes Wine Business Monthly's 2018 Top 10 Hot Brands List.
[Feb 2019]
- Northern California.
MaryAnn Graf passed away on January 30th.
[Jan 2019]
- Central Valley.
Jillian Johnson’s Onesta Wines named as 2018 Hot Brand by Wine Business Monthly.
[Jan 2019]
- California.
Kristen Barnhisel and Cynthia Lohr, Winemaker and Co-Owner of J. Lohr Vineyards and Wine, respectively epitomize the winery's support of women in the industry.
[Jan 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Lagier Meredith Vineyard, co-owned by Carole Meredith, is named a "Hot Brand" by Wine Business Monthly.
[Jan 2019]
- Napa Valley.
Samantha Rudd asserts her own vision at Rudd Estate.
[Jan 2019]
- State-wide.
Judy Jordan, former owner of J Vineyards & Winery, launches new project benefiting women in the wine industry.
[Jan 2019]
- Paso Robles.
Susan Mahler has cracked the code at Cypher Winery.
[Dec 2018]
- Central Coast.
Alecia Moore, an artist more commonly known by her stage name of "Pink" or "P!nk," has just released her first wines.
[Dec 2018]
- Sonoma County.
Zidanelia Arcidiacono, assistant winemaker at Sonoma Cutrer, strives to make the wine industry more inclusive..
[Dec 2018]
- Mendicino.
Leslie Sisneros is making notable wines in the underrated Mendicino region..
[Nov 2018]
- Sonoma County.
Nicole Hitchcock, winemaker at J Vineyards & Winery, is a leader in making sparkling wines.
[Nov 2018]
- Sonoma County.
Jennifer Reichardt of Raft Wines combines raising ducks with making wine..
[Nov 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Crissy Whitman is celebrating the opening of the new Prisoner Wine Co. winery.
[Nov 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Cathy Corison is an advocate for old vines.
[Nov 2018]
- Central Coast.
Amanda Weaver exits the tasting room to become an assistant in the cellar at Tablas Creek.
[Nov 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Shawna Miller, winemaker at Luna Vineyards, talks about the new collection being launched by the winery.
[Nov 2018]
- Central Coast.
Laurie Jervis defines herself as a vigneron in her position at Martian Ranch & Vineyard.
[Oct 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Kathryn Carothers named Winemaker at Bryant Estate.
[Oct 2018]
- Mendicino.
Sisters Rachel and Sami Ruddick establish themselves in the wine industry. - Napa Valley.
Crissy Whitman will be producing her The Prisoner wines at a renovated facility in Napa.
[Oct 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Diana Snowden Seysses brings Burgnundian orientation to Napa. - Northern California.
Martha Stoumen masters the production of Nero d'Avola.
[Oct 2018]
- Napa and Sonoma Valleys.
Alison Crowe talks about the 2018 harvest in Northern California.
[Oct 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Pauline Lhote is reinventing Domaine Chandon's style.
[Oct 2018]
- Sonoma.
Two of the three sweepstakes winners at the Sonoma County Harvest Fair Awards Night are wines made by women.
[Sep 2018]
- Central Coast.
Alecia Moore, a.k.a. Pink, has a secret life in winemaking.
[Sep 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Cathy Corison stars in a podcast.
[Sep 2018]
- Central Coast.
Lauren Barrett appointed as new Blending Winemaker at The Thornhill Companies.
[Sep 2018]
- Central Coast.
Amy Butler is making Italian varietals at Pelletiere Estate Vineyard & Winery..
[Sep 2018]
- Sonoma.
Jaimee Motley turns from painting to making wine.
[Aug 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Laura Barrett, Dawnine Dyer, Kristin Belair, Jennifer Rue, and Elizabeth Vianna are among the winemakers quoted regarding the 2018 harvest.
[Aug 2018]
- Statewide.
Megan Glaab, Jaimee Motley, and Angela Osborne considered among the most innovative winemakers in California.
[Aug 2018]
- Central Coast.
Dream Big Darling aims to benefit women who aspire to working in the wine and spirits industry. - Napa Valley.
Carole Meredith describes tracking the origin of Zinfandel grapes.
[Aug 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Corey Whitaker and Waverly Accurso named assistant winemaker and enologist, respectively, at Frank Family Vineyards.
[Jul 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Cathy Corison is an icon among winemakers in the Napa Valley.
[Jul 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Genevieve Janssens named Chief Winemaker at Robert Mondavi and Nova Cadamatre becomes Senior Director of Winemaking there.
[Jul 2018]
- Paso Robles.
Candice Reinertson talks about her career and love of winemaking.
[Jun 2018]
- Sonoma County.
Courtney Foley name as head winemaker at Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards and Winery.
[Jun 2018]
- Sonoma County.
Meet three of the women winemakers of Sonoma County.
[Jun 2018]
- Sonoma County.
Healdsburg has it all, including women winemakers.
[Jun 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Heidi Barrett describes her career in the wine industry.
[May 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Colleen FitzGerald takes charge of winemaking for Chenin Blanc + Viognier at Pine Ridge Vineyards.
[May 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Stacy Vogel of Miner Family Winery describes her life in the wine industry.
[May 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Kathleen Inman finds her way back to Napa.
[Apr 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Pauline Lhote's first vintage of sparkling wine is being released.
[Apr 2018]
- Sonoma County.
Confronting the gender gap in the wine industry.
[Apr 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Pam Starr and Evyn Cameron make a great team at Crocker & Starr.
[Apr 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Ana Diogo Draper describes her pathway to becoming a winemaker.
[Apr 2018]
- Sonoma County.
Susan Lueker and Lisa Evich are to be toasted for their Simi Chardonnay.
[Apr 2018]
- Sonoma County.
Merry Edwards, a disruptor in the wine industry.
[Mar 2018]
- Sonoma County.
Erin Green joins Ehret Family Winery as consultant.
[Mar 2018]
- Central Coast.
Kristin Bryden, winemaker at Zaca Mesa Winery & Vineyards, is part of the winery's 45th anniversary.
[Mar 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Becky George, winemaker for Kelly Fleming Wines, elaborates on her career in the wine industry.
[Mar 2018]
- Lake County.
Kathryn Finn is named Assistant Winemaker at Steele Wines. - South Central.
Gretchen Voelcker pouring her wines at the Women Winemakers Dinner in March.
[Feb 2018]
- Sonoma County.
Maria Echavarria is an iconic vineyard worker at Porter Creek Vineyards..
[Feb 2018]
- UC Davis.
Linda Bisson's contributions to the science of winemaking recognized at a symposium in her honor.
[Feb 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Rosemary Cakebread talks about her experiences in the wine industry.
[Feb 2018]
- Sonoma County.
Amy Bess Cook is shining a light on the winemaking women of Sonoma.
[Feb 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Lindsey Wallingford named as Associate Winemaker and Vineyard Manager at Saint Helena Winery.
[Jan 2018]
- Central Coast.
Nicole Pope is bringing Stolo wines to the forefront.
[Jan 2018]
- Sonoma County.
Merry Edwards has her 2016 Sauvignon Blanc named "Wine of the Week" by the Press Democrat newspaper in Napa.
[Jan 2018]
- Los Angeles.
Vinafore, an LA wine shop, focusses on wines made by women.
[Jan 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Diana Snowden Seysses has added Ashes and Diamonds to her portfolio of winemaking positions.
[Jan 2018]
- Napa Valley.
Laura Brennan Bissell of Inconnu is a winemaker to watch. - Sonoma County.
Amy Bess Cook has authored a list of wineries owned by women in Sonoma County.
[Nov 2017]
- Russian River.
Theresa Heredia's 2015 Russian River Selection Chardonnay produced for the Gary Farrell Winery has been named the top wine for 2017 by Wine Enthusiast Magazine.
[Nov 2017]
- Central Valley.
Gina Gallo presents at the 2018 Unified Wine & Grape Symposium in Scramento.
[Nov 2017]
- Napa Valley.
Violet Grgich assumes the presidency at Grigich Hills Estate Winery.
[Nov 2017]
- Sonoma.
MacRostie Winery and Vineyards, at which Heidi Bridenhagen is the winemaker, named as the “Best Overall Winery” and the “Best Tasting Room in Sonoma or Napa” by San Francisco magazine.
[Nov 2017]
- Napa Valley.
Kelly Woods, winemaker at Burgess Cellars, is part of the 45th anniversary of the winery.
[Nov 2017]
- Central Coast.
Louisa and Bob Lundquist are celebrating the opening of their new tasting room.
[Nov 2017]
- Napa Valley.
Helen Keplinger finds Grace in Nepal.
[Oct 2017]
- Napa Valley.
Ana Diogo Draper shares her views prior to the devastating fires in the Napa Valley.
[Oct 2017]
- Napa Valley.
Kaitlyn Sulenski joins Rutherford Wine Company as Assistant Winemaker.
[Oct 2017]
- Napa Valley.
Carol Meredith makes wine under the Lagier-Meredith label.
[Sep 2017]
- Sonoma.
Jamie Benziger continues the family tradition of winemaking. - Southern California.
Vinovore spotlights winemakers who are women.
[Sep 2017]
- Napa/Sonoma.
Pam Starr and other winemakers lament the effects of the Labor Day heat spike.
[Aug 2017]
- Napa/Sonoma.
Linda Trotta named as winemaker at Jamieson Ranch.
[Aug 2017]
- Napa/Sonoma.
Jaime “JJ” Dowell is the new winemaker at the family-owned Round Pond Estate.
[Jul 2017]
- Northern California.
Robin and Andréa McBride introduce their line of wines in Detroit.
[Jul 2017]
- Napa/Sonoma.
Elizabeth DeLouise-Gant is named as winemaker at Conn Creek.
[Jun 2017]
- Northern California.
Meet ten outstanding women winemakers!
[May 2017]
- Carneros.
Eileen Crane is the queen of bubbly.
[Apr 2017]
- Sonoma Valley.
Merry Edwards's groundbreaking career in winemaking.
[Apr 2017]
- Napa Valley.
Sara Fowler of Peju Province Winery named "Napa Valley Winemaker of the Year" for second consecutive year.
[Mar 2017]
- Sonoma Valley.
Merry Edwards's career is a fascinating professional journey.
[Mar 2017]
- Napa Valley.
Heidi Peterson Barrett's pathway in winemaking is fascinating.
[Mar 2017]
- Santa Barbara.
Winemakers celebrate International Women's Day.
[Mar 2017]
- Napa Valley.
The Spottswoode Estate has an interesting, including some famous female winemakers.
[Mar 2017]
- San Francisco.
Barbara Gratta is a full-fledged garagiste.
[Mar 2017]
- Napa Valley.
Honoring Josephine Tychson, winemaker in the late 19th century!
[Mar 2017]
- South Central Coast.
Lane Tanner and her partner are making Lumen Wines a "Rising Star."
[Feb 2017]
- Santa Barbara.
Celebration of International Women's Day on tap for female winemakers.
[Feb 2017]
- Santa Barbara.
Alison Thomson at L.A. Lepiane Winery brings Nebbiolo and Barbera to the fore.
[Feb 2017]
- Sonoma Valley.
Kat Doescher says wines aren't must for pairing with foods.
[Jan 2017]
- Napa Valley.
Rosemary Cakebread talks about her sterling career and other topics.
[Jan 2017]
- Mendocino.
Stephenie Rivin is the "princess" behind Princess and Peasant wines.
[Nov 2016]
- Central Coast.
Therese Martin oversees the harvest at Martin Ranch Winery.
[Nov 2016]
- Napa Valley.
Aimée Sunseri is the seventh consecutive family winemaker at Nichelini Winery.
[Oct 2016]
- Napa Valley.
Alison Crowe's opinion of the most important decision a winemaker will ever make.
[Oct 2016]
- Santa Barbara.
Who was one of the first two women winemakers in Santa Barbara County?
[Oct 2016]
- San Francisco.
Kristie Tacey is among the winemakers comprising the New Mission Winemakers coalition, which will be hosting a "pop-up" tasting in the SOMA neighborhood.
[Oct 2016]
- South Central Coast.
Women winemakers on the rise in Santa Barbara County.
[Oct 2016]
- Napa Valley.
Winemaker Aimée Sunseri celebrating the 126th harvest at Nichelini Winery, the oldest family-owned and -operated winery in Napa County. - Napa Valley.
From field to the cellar, women's presence in winemaking is increasing.
[Oct 2016]
- Napa Valley.
Female and male winemakers comment on the status of harvest 2016.
[Oct 2016]
- South Central Coast.
Denise Shurtleff excels in quality and quantity of wine at Cambria Winery.
[Sep 2016]
- Napa Valley.
Harvest is on in the Napa Valley, according to several winemakers.
[Sep 2016]
- South Central.
Half a dozen women winemakers lead a winetasting at the Santa Barbara Vintners Celebration of Harvest.
[Aug 2016]
- Napa.
Marisa Taylor joins the Terlato family in celebrating 20-year anniversary of their ownership.
[Aug 2016]
- Napa Valley.
Victoria Coleman transitioned from computer science to winemaking.
[Jun 2016]
- Mendocino.
Margaret Leonardi making Rosé for Little Black Dress wines.
[Jun 2016]
- Napa Valley.
Pauline Lhote moves in as Senior Winemaker at Domaine Chandon.
[May 2016]
- Bay Area.
Katie Fox celebrates backyard vineyards. - Napa Valley.
Mondavi sisters continue the family tradition in the wine industry.
[Apr 2016]
- Sonoma.
Sandy Walheim, winemaker at Virginia Dare Winery, dares to plant a clipping from the oldest cultivated grapevine in North America.
[Apr 2016]
- Lodi.
Jennifer Wall pays attention to consumers when making her wines.
[Mar 2016]
- Central Valley.
Elyse Perry talks about winemaking in the Central Valley.
[Mar 2016]
- Statewide.
Read about ten "Wonder Women" of the winemaking world.
[Mar 2016]
- Napa Valley.
Jacky Young is part of the winemaking team at Young Inglewood Winery, which includes all members of her family.
[Mar 2016]
- Napa Valley.
Stacy Vogel crafts a red blend honoring Emily Miner, co-founder of Miner Family Winery.
[Feb 2016]
- Napa Valley.
Amelia Morán Ceja recognized for her contributions to improving living and working conditions of farmworkers.
[Feb 2016]
- Mendocino.
Nichole Birdsall named Winemaker for Mendocino Wine Company.
[Feb 2016]
- Central Valley.
Elyse Perry is named winemaker at Bokisch Vineyards.
[Jan 2016]
- Central Coast.
Kris Curran's career in winemaking is summarized.
[Jan 2016]
- Central Coast.
Kristin Bryden is promoted to winemaker at Zaca Mesa Winery & Vineyards.
[Dec 2015]
- Sonoma.
Marimar Torres describes her journey to becoming the winemaker at her own winery.
[Dec 2015]
- Napa Valley.
Aimée Sunseri crafts Nichelini's first sparkling wine to celebrate the winery's 125 years in the industry.
[Dec 2015]
- Sonoma.
Bibiana Gonzalez Rave named Winemaker of the Year by the San Francisco Chronicle.
[Nov 2015]
- Napa Valley.
Delia Viader, a winemaker who DAREs.
[Nov 2015]
- Central Coast.
Chelsea Franchi is a key player on the winemaking team at Tablas Creek.
[Nov 2015]
- Napa Valley.
Carole Meredith talks the science of discovering the origin of wine varietals.
[Nov 2015]
- Sonoma.
Theresa Heredia describes the challenges associated with harvesting grapes at the peak of their potential.
[Nov 2015]
- Napa Valley.
Take a ride along with Heidi Barrett.
[Nov 2015]
- Sonoma.
Gina Gallo describes the evolution of her winemaking career.
[Oct 2015]
- Napa Valley.
Helen Keplinger shares her career path.
[Oct 2015]
- Central Coast.
Tara Gomez, a Native American, is making a splash with her wines.
[Oct 2015]
- Napa Valley.
Megan Melief takes us on a trip through some of the vineyards that are sources for the fruit for Bella Union Winery .
[Sep 2015]
- Carneros.
Eileen Crane and movies: how are they connected?
[Sep 2015]
- Central Valley.
Jennifer Wall talks about Barefoot wines and her role in producing them.
[Sep 2015]
- Sonoma.
Susan Lueker talks about her program at Simi Winery.
[Sep 2015]
- Sonoma.
Fausta Franco-Guerrero is one of the very few Latina winemakers in California.
[Sep 2015]
- South Central.
Roxie Ward is the newly appointed winemaker at Vincent Vineyards, which has just opened.
[Aug 2015]
- Lake County.
Joy Merilees at Shannon Ridge Family of Wines has crafted a new proprietary blend, Buck Shack Red.
[Aug 2015]
- Napa Valley.
Megan Melief is named the winemaker at Bella Union, a brand-new winery.
[Aug 2015]
- Central Coast.
Read about five outstanding women winemakers in the Paso Robles area. - Central Coast.
Jennifer and Terry Hoage rebrand their winery.
[Aug 2015]
- Napa Valley.
Aimee Sunseri describes her wines at Nichelini Family Winery.
[Jul 2015]
- Monterey County.
Kristen Barnhisel is right for making the J. Lohr whites.
[Jul 2015]
- Napa Valley.
Kristy Melton launches her consulting business.
[Jul 2015]
- Sonoma.
Megan Glaab describes her pathway to becoming a winemaker.
[Jun 2015]
- Napa Valley.
A 25-year vertical tasting of Cathy Corison's Carbernet Sauvignon is memorable.
[Jun 2015]
- California.
Lucia and John Gilbert provide a rejoinder to a posting regarding analyses of women vs. men as winemakers. - Napa Valley.
Cathy Corison talks about her highly regarded Cabernet Sauvignon.
[Apr 2015]
- Alameda County.
Rhonda Wood of Wood Family Wines, both an aviator and winemaker, was selected for induction into the Alameda County Women’s Hall of Fame.
[Mar 2015]
- Central Coast.
Casa Dumetz and Babi's Beer Emporium are sites of wine tastings in celebration of Women's History Month and will feature wines produced by women winemakers.
[Jan 2015]
- Napa Valley.
Farmers Jane, aka Angela Osborne and Faith Armstrong Foster, are bringing their version of tea to Boston.
[Jan 2015]
- Napa Valley.
Elizabeth Vianna and Kimberlee Nicholls bring their road show to Tampa.
[Dec 2014]
- Napa Valley.
Stephanie Jacobs assuming the position of winemaker at Cakebread Cellars, replacing the retiring Julianne Laks.
[Jul 2014]
- Napa Valley.
Harvest on in Napa Valley say some women winemakers. - Sonoma.
Read about Gina Gallo's take on Chardonnay.
[May 2014]
- Sonoma.
Here's to women winemakers in Sonoma County!
[Mar 2014]
- Napa Valley.
"Yes, women can make great wine." Cathy Corison and Diana Snowden Seysses describe their careers as winemakers.
[Mar 2014]
- Southern California.
Alysha Stehly is a young winemaker and viticulturist to watch.
[Mar 2014]
- Napa Valley.
The path from Texas to Napa Valley: Christy Melton's successful journey to Clos du Val.
[Mar 2014]
- Northern California.
Celebrate California women winemakers from the northern part of the state.
[Oct 2013]
- Statewide.
Various leading winemakers who are women discuss the 2013 harvest.
[Apr 2013]
- Napa Valley.
Enjoy a video interview with Cathy Corison, a long-time Napa winemaker. - Napa Valley.
Get Laurie Hook's take on trellising strategies. - Napa Valley.
Get a lesson pruning from Cathy Corison. - Napa Valley.
Find out who "Miss Adventure" is and why she's importing grape juice from France.
[Jan 2013]
- Santa Cruz Mountains.
Read about a viticulturist who's a "wine whisperer". - Sonoma Valley.
Read news about a Sonoma Valley winery.
[Aug 2012]
- California: Latest report is publicized.
The latest research report by the Professors Gilbert receives notice in "Women in Wine News." - Sonoma: Wine of the Week.
Read about Katie Bell's selection of an Inman rosé as "Wine of the Week".
[Jul 2012]
- Napa: Kristy Melton, Winemaker.
Meet Kristy Melton, recently named as the first female winemaker at Clos Du Val.
[Jun 2012]
- North Central: Walnut Creek event.
A restaurant’s celebration of women winemakers is reported in this posting. - Napa: A story of friendship.
This is a wonderful history of the close relationship between two women winemakers who both had their first child at close to the same time.
[Apr 2012]
- Sonoma: Merry Edwards Winery.
This is an informative interview with Merry Edwards, one of California's foremost winemakers. - Sonoma: St Francis Winery.
Katie Madigan is the new Winemaker for Sonoma County at St. Francis Winery & Vineyards.
[Mar 2012]
- Napa: Corison Winery.
Cathy Corison of Corison Winery is named the San Francisco Chronicle's Winemaker of the Year 2011. - Napa: Spottswoode Estate.
This winery has a history of employing female winemakers whenever possible. Past winemakers have included Jennifer Williams and Rosemary Cakebread, who continues as its consulting winemaker. - Sonoma: Simi Winery at 135.
Simi Winery has a distinguished history of women winemakers, including Zelma Long and Mary Ann Grath, and its current winemaker, Susan Lueker.