Call for New Member Ambassadors
Imagine walking into a room of over 100 people and not knowing a single person. It sounds a little daunting! That is currently what happens when a new member attends […]
50 Years of Passion, Community & Wine — A Year-Long Celebration in 2026
By Carolyn Christian – 50th Anniversary Committee Chair What began in 1976 as a small gathering of friends—led by Brant and Kathi Horton and united by a shared love of […]
President’s Message
By Fred Heinecke As we ring in the new year, the Orange County Wine Society has much to look forward to. It all starts with our 50-year jubilee. Carolyn Christian […]
Scholarship Program Reaches a Major Milestone
The 2026 Allocations Push OCWS Scholarships Past $1 Million! By Damian J. Christian, Scholarship Chair A historic milestone has been reached—and it’s one worth raising a glass to. With the […]
Wine Wisdom
Timeless Fun Facts Dating back to the ’80s The Orange County Wine Society (OCWS) is celebrating its 50th Anniversary this year. In OCWS’s April 1986 newsletter entitled, “Free Run”, there […]
2025 Holiday Dinner Dance – Wrap up
By Carolyn Christian The holiday season kicked off in style last month with the annual OCWS Holiday Dinner Dance. This year over 100 guests enjoyed the event at the Crowne […]
Mini-Tasting Results
WINNER:Carol Shelton 2021 Rockpile Reserve2021 Florence Vineyard, Sonoma14.8 ABV / $45 Congratulations to Carol Shelton’s 2021 Rockpile Reserve for a solid win over some tough competition. Clay Shannon’s Ovis Cabenet Sauvignon […]
The Year in Review
As we approach the 50th anniversary of our esteemed organization, let’s reflect on the year that was and the accomplishments that were reached. As always, OCWS was graced by a […]
President’s Message
By Fred Heinecke The holidays … they are the best time of times and the busiest of times. Thanksgiving leftovers have been fashioned into turkey and cranberry sandwiches and heartily […]
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