Picture Malibu, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego, and this is exactly what you see: blue skies, surf, sunshine—maybe even a movie star or two. The stars of southern California wine share the blue skies and sunshine of our famous beaches, but the lifestyle is more serene, with quiet vineyards tucked into rolling valleys and foothills. Picture this: one San Diego vineyard grows their Cabernet Sauvignon at 1,300 meters (4,400 feet) above sea level, the highest vineyard elevation in California.
Details: Taste of Sonoma, presented by Visa Signature®, is nestled in the wine country at the Green Music Center at Sonoma State University on August 31, 2019. Showcasing Sonoma County’s most renowned wineries and chefs, this event offers wine and culinary enthusiasts access to taste and experience Sonoma County. The one-day immersive lineup will include a walk-around wine tasting, guided wine seminars and themed lounges. Visa Signature and Visa Infinite® cardholders receive preferred pricing and access to exclusive perks at the event, including early entry at 11:00 a.m. Tickets are $150 to $255 per person. To purchase tickets, visit tasteofsonoma.com. 
Details: Celebrate California Wine Month with Tolosa and book a must-see Harvest Tour and Tasting. Allow 90 minutes to appreciate a progressive tour and tasting of Tolosa’s limited production wines. Take in the scenic view of the iconic Islay hill as you delve into the topography, climate and diverse soils that are optimal for producing grapes with distinctive character. Experience the beauty of Tolosa’s state of the art cellar while you observe first-hand what it means to have an artisanal and traditional approach to winemaking. Reservations required at least 24 hours in advance: Concierge@tolosawinery.com or 805.782.0500 $45/ Wine Club $35 Limited to parties of up to 6 people. 
Details: Each week in September, in addition to debuting our 2018 Albarino, Woof'n Rose Winery will feature a different wine purchase discount. We invite you to join us to Sip our Wine in your Quality Time, Time to Smell the Roses, Time to Kiss Puppy Noses! Watch our vineyards ripen in preparation for this year's harvest. 
Details: This September 6th-8th, the owners of Hungry Hawk Vineyards will be opening up their cellar doors to showcase a special selection for our Library Wine Weekend! Experience how each vintage has its own signature that lends to the creation of wine that provokes thought. 
Details: Please join us as we celebrate our 23rd anniversary of the Julian Grape Stomp Festa! We are excited to be continuing the old-world tradition of kicking off your shoes, rolling up your pant legs and letting tons of blessed grapes squish beneath your feet! A new exciting addition this year; the proceeds go to The Inner North Star PTSD Retreat Center, here in Julian. 
Details: Come listen to The JourneyBirds on September 1st & 7th, Father & Son on September 8th &29th, Andrew Parker Davis on Septmber 14th and Mike McGill on September 21st, live from 2:30 - 5:30 PM. Amazing patio view of the San Pasqual Valley, enjoy all while sipping award-winning wines. *Outside food welcomed. Tasting Room Hours: Noon - 6 PM. 
Details: Have you ever wondered what harvest is really like? Ever tasted fresh Pinot Noir juice, or smelled the magic of Chardonnay fermenting? Harvest Hands 2019 is YOUR chance to discover what harvest is all about… Join Chad Melville on Saturday, September 14 for foot stomping, punch downs, pressing and more. After 23 harvests, Chad is excited to share this hands-on, behind-the-scenes experience with those who are eager to learn about winegrowing and Melville’s minimalistic approach in the cellar. Fuel up first with coffee/pastries at 9am before the work begins at 9:15am! The program concludes with a tasting of latest releases. 
Details: To celebrate the harvest of grapes throughout the Ramona Valley, this fun-filled family event will offer attendees the opportunity to: • Stomp in a grape stomp competition, or in the free and leisurely ‘fun stomp’ • Sample award-winning local wine, craft beer, and cider • Shop at a variety of selected artisans and merchants • Enjoy face painting and other fun activities for the kids • Find treasures in the silent auction, featuring hand crafted items from local schools • Nibble on food while you have fun watching others stomp away. 
Details: It’s that time of the year again! Time to get your stompin’ on! Grab your friends and join us on Sunday, September 15th from 5pm-9pm for South Coast Winery’s annual Grape Stomp. Your ticket includes: A Glass of Red or White Wine; A Sparkling Wine Toast for our Harvest Blessing; Dinner Buffet; Live Music by Endeavor; and of course, Grape Stomping! 
Details: Join us this year at our Annual Grape Stomp as we ring in autumn with the ultimate harvest season festival! Everything is included for event guests; Ponte wine, a spectacular catered dinner, live music, dancing and the Grape Stomp competition (with prizes, to boot)! Yes, this means stomping grapes from our vineyard in a barrel with bare feet while your partner fills up a wine bottle with the resulting juice. 
Details: The ONE and ONLY event showcasing the wines of 30+ member wineries in one location!
Culinary creations from over fifteen winery and local restaurants and caterers. Mix and mingle with winery owners and winemakers at this most anticipated walk-about tasting of culinary delights and award-winning Temecula wines along with live entertainment! 
Details: Join us for our annual hands-on harvest experience. Start the morning with an in-depth vineyard tour and the opportunity to try your hand at picking grapes. Follow the freshly harvested grapes to the winery and learn about our winemaking practices as the grapes start the journey to becoming wine. Sample future vintages before they have even been bottled. Includes an al fresco lunch with Trefethen wines under the canopy of the ancient walnut tree in Katie’s Acre. 
Details: The quintessential California wine tasting experience – sun, sea, food, wine and mu-sic – all come together at this sun-splashed wine festival overlooking the award-winning beaches of Huntington Beach. This event gets under way at noon for VIP holders – and 1:00pm for regular ticket holders. Thousands of wine lovers will hit the sun-splashed beachside location for a day of sun, wine, food and music. Hundreds of premium California wines are served up along with the best of the regional craft brews and a dizzying variety of foods to sample. Artisanal cheeses, breads, olive oil, as well as shellfish, salads, chocolates, cakes, and more! A live band keeps the beat for this all-day feast for the senses where wine and food are king and queen. 
