Who could have imagined that a small band of 16 like-minded, wine-loving people getting together 48 years ago could grow the largest competition of California-only wines in the world? From […]

This month I am reminded about how much we have to celebrate as an organization.  With over 1,000 members, we are one of the largest groups of wine enthusiasts in […]

Based on his last name, you can tell Chris Ouellette is French. This recipe comes from a long line of Ouellettes back in New Hampshire and even Quebec (yes, the […]

OCWS funds scholarships for eight California colleges and universities including Napa Valley College. Napa Valley College has two locations, one in Napa and a second upper campus in St. Helena. As […]

Before Thomas Jefferson planted 24 European varietals at Monticello in 1807; before the first American commercial winery was founded by John Dufour in Kentucky in 1799; and before the American […]

Once again, I have had the honor of leading an amazing team of volunteers who put together another fun and profitable Wine Auction. The event was a HUGE success this […]

We are headed toward the 48th Commercial Competition June 1-2 and signups are ready now. Boy this year has gone by fast! We understand that these are changing times and […]

Every year, one of the BEST locations to meet and greet at the OC Fair is at The Courtyard, an attractive place to enjoy award-winning wines while generating the largest […]

United in Wine Making quality wine that the public enjoys is obviously one of – if not the main priority for a commercial winemaker. But for some, like Vinos Unidos […]

By Carolyn Christian Spring is finally here and April kicks off our busy season as we host our flagship events. This year we have a particularly busy April, with 10 […]