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SUMMARY:OC Fair Home Wine Competition
DESCRIPTION:Hello to all of our OCWS Winemakers\, and all of our Winemaker Wannabes and Friends! Our upcoming Home Wine Competition will be held on June 8th\, 2024\, and as with every year\, we will be looking for volunteers to act as Stewards\, support tasks\, and even Judges. In return\, the Cooks’ Caucus will provide a hot breakfast and lunch\, wine tasting at the end of the event\, and LOTS of FUN will be had by all! \nIf you would like to be involved with this year’s Home Wine Competition\, please go to our website at https://ocws.org/home-wine-competition/ and watch for our 2024 update\, or contact me at kevindonnelly@ocws.org.  I look forward to seeing you all on June 8th! \nKevin Donnelly\nChairman\, 2024 OC Fair Home Wine Competition
URL:https://ocws.org/events/oc-fair-home-wine-competition-3/
LOCATION:Courtyard of the OC Fair Grounds\, 88 Fair Dr.\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, 92626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Courtyard,Homewine,Winemakers
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SUMMARY:Kit Wine Class - Learn to Make Wine
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever wanted to learn winemaking\, here’s your chance.  John Lane from our Winemakers Group will be conducting a Kit Winemaking Class on Saturday\, June 29 at the OC Fair and Event Center.  This is a great beginner’s class.  All Wine Society members are welcome to attend. \nA wine kit contains most everything you need to make a batch of wine: grape concentrate\, additives\, oak\, basic equipment and instructions.  It’s like following a recipe and having all the ingredients\, only you’ll make wine instead of a meal.  A kit can produce 2-3 cases of wine\, ready to enjoy in about two months.  It’s a fun and easy way to get started.  You only need an area about the size of a coat closet to make it happen. \nFor aspiring winemakers\, this class will teach you the basic skills you’ll need to make wine.  Kits are a great springboard to making wine from grapes.  Not sure if winemaking is for you?  This class will give you an understanding of the winemaking process to better appreciate what it takes to produce a glass of wine. \nSince our first kit winemaking class over ten years ago\, approximately 200 OCWS members have taken part.  Over half of our new winemakers started from these introductory classes.  Using kits\, many members have produced medal winning wines at the OC Fair Home Wine Competition. \nIn this class you will learn: kit selection\, equipment needed\, space requirements\, step-by-step kit instructions\, monitoring your wine throughout the process\, racking/clarifying\, storage/aging\, bottling.  This is a “hands-on” class.  John will take you through the process using two separate kits.  You’ll start a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc wine kit in the first half of the class.  In the second half\, you’ll finish and bottle a French Bordeaux-style wine\, which you’ll get to take home. \nCost to attend is $25 and attendance is extremely limited.  The class will last roughly 4 hours.  Coffee and breakfast muffins will be served before the class.  We will have a lunch break around the halfway point.  Lunch will be catered by Bill Forsch from our Winemakers Group who will be serving his homemade sausage sandwiches.   Wines from our Winemakers Group will be served with lunch. \nDon’t miss this educational opportunity!  Sign up now on the OCWS website to attend.  Who knows\, maybe next year you’ll be entering your wines in the 2025 OC Fair Home Wine Competition. \nEd Reyes\ned@ocws.org
URL:https://ocws.org/events/kit-wine-class/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Education,Homewine,Winemakers
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SUMMARY:Winemakers Quarterly Meeting and Potluck
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe next winemakers’ quarterly meeting and potluck will be on Saturday\, July 6\, from 1:00 – 4:00 pm.  Signups are now open on the OCWS website.  The South County beach location will be announced one week prior to the event.  Cost is $5 per person to cover supplies.  All OCWS members are welcome\, you don’t have to be a winemaker to attend. \nEach attendee\, or couple\, is asked to bring a potluck dish (appetizer\, salad\, side dish\, or dessert) ready to serve a small portion to 8 people.  Please bring any serving utensils necessary for your dish and a bottle of wine per person (homemade or commercial) to share.  Plates\, napkins and tableware will be furnished. \nWe’re hoping to taste many of the award-winning wines from the OC Fair Home Wine Competition.  Many of our talented winemakers earned double gold and other awards.  For new and aspiring winemakers\, this is your chance to meet\, mingle and learn from our experienced winemakers.  We will also have a short meeting to review the Home Wine Competition and announce upcoming events. \nWinemakers\, did you get grapes last Autumn or are you processing wines from earlier vintages?  Make sure they stay protected from wine-damaging organisms.  Our SO2 testing team led by Mike Paz will be conducting tests for your wines from 10:00am to noon on the same day and location prior to the potluck meeting. \nPlease email Mike by July 1 at: Michael.winemaker@icloud.com with the number of tests you will need.  It is important we know ahead of time how many tests will be done so we can purchase supplies prior and have them on hand.  Testing fee is $5.00 per sample.  Bring a 100ml sample of each wine\, enough to test twice in case the test needs to be repeated. \nAttendance at this event is extremely limited so sign up now!  Volunteers are needed to help set up prior and help clean up after the event.  You can sign up to help when you register to attend the event.  Contact Ed Reyes\, ed@ocws.org if you have questions.
URL:https://ocws.org/events/winemakers-quarterly-meeting-and-potluck-3/
LOCATION:Location Announced One Week Prior to Event\, CA\, 92627\, United States
CATEGORIES:Winemakers
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SUMMARY:Winemakers Quarterly Meeting and Potluck
DESCRIPTION:The next Winemakers Group quarterly meeting and potluck will be held on Saturday\, October 19\, from 1pm to 4pm.  The Yorba Linda meeting location will be announced approximately one week prior to the event.  Cost to attend is $5 per person to cover supplies.  An OCWS member may purchase one $10 ticket for a non-member.  You don’t have to be a winemaker to attend.  All OCWS members are welcome. \nEach attendee\, or couple\, is asked to bring a potluck dish (appetizer\, salad\, side dish\, or dessert) ready to serve a small portion to 8 people.  Please bring any serving utensils necessary for your dish and a bottle of wine per person (homemade or commercial) to share.  Plates\, napkins and tableware will be furnished. \nNew winemakers\, this is an excellent opportunity to see what our group is about.  The grape harvest will be in full swing and I’m sure we’ll be sharing our winemaking experiences along with our wines. \nWinemakers\, our SO2 testing team led by Mike Paz and Ed Petros will be conducting tests for your wines from 10:00am to noon at the potluck location prior to the meeting.  Please email Mike by October 10 at: Michael.winemaker@icloud.com with the number of tests you will need.  Testing will take place only if we get your RSVP’s prior to deadline. \nIt is important we know ahead of time how many tests will be done so we can purchase supplies prior and have them on hand.  Testing fee is $5.00 per sample.  Bring a 100ml sample of each wine\, enough to test twice in case the test needs to be repeated. \nAttendance at this event is limited so sign up now!  If the event fills up\, please call the OCWS office at 714-708-1636 to be put on the waiting list.  Volunteers are needed to help set up prior and help clean up after the event.  You can sign up to help when you purchase your tickets on the OCWS website. \nThis event is scheduled during the harvest season and will take place even whether or not there is a grape pickup that day.  In the event you sign up and cannot attend\, a refund will only be issued if we can fill your spot with someone from the waiting list. \nI hope to see you all there!  Contact Ed Reyes\, ed@ocws.org if you have any questions about the event.
URL:https://ocws.org/events/winemakers-quarterly-meeting-and-potluck-4/
LOCATION:Location Announced One Week Prior to Event\, CA\, 92627\, United States
CATEGORIES:Winemakers
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SUMMARY:Winemakers Group Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Get into the holiday spirit and celebrate with the Winemakers Group at our 10th annual Holiday Party and Potluck\, hosted by Kevin Donnelly. This year’s festivities will be Sunday\, December 22 from 4 – 8pm at the East Lake Village Association Clubhouse in Yorba Linda. \nThe clubhouse is located on the community lake. The nearby area and lakeview homes are decorated for the season. At night the twinkling Christmas lights reflecting off the water will surely put you in the holiday spirit. \nThis is always a wonderful social event to celebrate the Holiday Season and enjoy the fruits (wine) of our labors. \nThis event is open to the entire OCWS membership. All are welcome\, you don’t have to be a winemaker to attend.  Signups are now open on the OCWS website. For OCWS members\, the cost is $18 per person to cover decorations and facility rental. A member may purchase a ticket for one non-member guest for $20. \nThis is a potluck event. Please bring one dish per person or couple to serve between 8-12 people\, and one bottle of wine per person\, either homemade or commercial. Dress is holiday casual. There is plenty of free parking in the clubhouse lot or on the street. \nAttendance is limited so sign up today!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is always a wonderful social event\, and we look forward to seeing you there! \nPlease contact Kevin if you have any questions. \nKevin Donnelly\,  kevindonnelly@ocws.org\, 714-457-7229 \n 
URL:https://ocws.org/events/winemakers-group-holiday-party-4/
LOCATION:East Lake Village Community Center\, 5325 Village Center Drive\, Yorba Linda\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Winemakers
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SUMMARY:March Winemakers Quarterly Meeting and Potluck
DESCRIPTION:The next quarterly meeting and potluck will be at a Yorba Linda location and it will be announced one week prior to the event. Cost is $10 per person to cover supplies. All OCWS members are welcome\, you don’t have to be a winemaker to attend. \nEach attendee\, or couple\, is asked to bring a potluck dish (appetizer\, salad\, side dish or dessert) ready to serve a small portion to eight people. Please bring any serving utensils necessary for your dish and a bottle of wine per person (homemade or commercial) to share. Plates\, napkins and tableware will be furnished. \nFor new and aspiring winemakers\, this is your chance to meet\, mingle and learn from our experienced winemakers. We also will have a short meeting to plan for the 2025 Home Wine Competition and announce upcoming events. \nWinemakers\, did you get grapes last autumn or are you processing wines from earlier vintages?  Are you making fruit wine? Whatever the fruit\, make sure your wines stay protected from wine-damaging organisms. Our SO2 testing team led by Mike Paz will be conducting tests for your wines from 10 a.m. to noon on the same day and location prior to the potluck meeting. \nPlease email Mike by March 12 at: Michael.winemaker@icloud.com with the number of tests you will need. It is important we know ahead of time how many tests will be done so we can purchase supplies prior and have them on hand. Testing fee is $5 per sample. Bring a 100ml sample of each wine\, enough to test twice in case the test needs to be repeated. \nAttendance at this event is extremely limited so sign up now. Volunteers are needed to help set up prior to and help clean up after the event. You can sign up to help when you register to attend the event. See you all there. Cheers! \n—Ed Reyes\, ed@OCWS.org
URL:https://ocws.org/events/march-winemakers-quarterly-meeting-and-potluck/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Winemakers
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SUMMARY:Citrus Winemaking Class
DESCRIPTION:OCWS President Carolyn Christian needs your help. She has nearly a dozen backyard citrus trees that are bursting with fruit. You can help take it off her hands and learn to make wine at the same time. The Winemakers Group will show you how. \nWe will be conducting a citrus winemaking class Saturday\, April 5\, at Carolyn’s home in La Habra Heights. You will get to pick and juice oranges. OCWS winemaker Kevin Donnelly will teach you how to turn that citrus juice into wine. We will provide the yeast\, additives and instructions for you to take home\, along with your fresh juice\, where you will complete the winemaking process. You will also get a list of winemaking mentors to contact in case of questions. \nKevin has been making wine from grapes and a variety of other fruit for many years. His citrus wines have earned numerous awards at the OC Fair Home Wine Competition\, including several Double Gold awards last year. \nMaking wine from fruit is similar to making wine from grapes but the turnaround is much faster. With most fruit wines\, you can make a batch in only a few months. This is a great way for experienced winemakers to hone their skills. For a new winemaker\, it’s a great way to get some experience before making the jump to grapes. Plus\, the equipment needed to make wine from citrus is the same as that needed to make wine from grapes. \nThe citrus picking and winemaking class will last roughly five hours. There will be a short break with snacks served. Cost to attend and participate is $32. Participants will get the citrus juice\, yeast\, additives and instructions to take home and turn that juice into wine. For an extra $17\, participants may also bring a plus one (spouse or friend) who can attend and enjoy the day. I’m sure Kevin will bring some of his award-winning citrus wines for all to enjoy. \nDetailed event instructions\, location and parking information will be sent to attendees approximately one week prior to the event. Right after you sign up you will get information describing the equipment you will need to have ready at home to complete the winemaking process. \nFirst-time winemakers\, be prepared to spend around $140\, beyond the class cost\, for equipment and bottles. You will finish with about 25 bottles of citrus wine. The equipment can be used for future batches of citrus and grape wine\, making them much cheaper to produce. \nSign up now on the OCWS website. The annual OC Fair Home Wine Competition always features numerous fruit wine entries. Yours could be in an upcoming competition. \n—Ed Reyes\, ed@OCWS.org
URL:https://ocws.org/events/citrus-winemaking-class/
LOCATION:Home of Carolyn and Damian Christian in La Habra Heights\, La Habra Heights\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Homewine,Wine Education Seminars,Winemakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T140000
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SUMMARY:Learn the Basics of Making Kit Wines
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever wanted to learn winemaking\, here’s your chance. John Lane from our Winemakers Group will be conducting a Kit Winemaking Class on Saturday\, June 28 at Ed Reyes’s home in Laguna Hills. This is a great beginner’s class. All OCWS members are welcome to attend. \nA wine kit contains most everything you need to make a batch of wine: grape concentrate\, additives\, oak\, basic equipment and instructions. It’s like following a recipe and having all the ingredients\, only you’ll make wine instead of a meal. A kit can produce two to three cases of wine\, ready to enjoy in about three months. It’s a fun and easy way to get started. You only need an area about the size of a large coat closet to make it happen. \nFor aspiring winemakers\, this class will teach you the basic skills you’ll need to make wine. Kits are a great springboard to making wine from grapes. Not sure if winemaking is for you? This class will give you an understanding of the winemaking process to better appreciate what it takes to produce a glass of wine. \nSince our first kit winemaking class more than 12 years ago\, over 200 OCWS members have taken part. Many of our new winemakers started from these introductory classes. Using kits\, many members have produced medal-winning wines at the OC Fair Home Wine Competition. \nIn this class you will learn: kit selection\, equipment needed\, space requirements\, step-by-step kit instructions\, monitoring your wine throughout the process\, racking/clarifying\, storage/aging and bottling. This is a “hands-on” class. John will take you through the process using two separate kits. You’ll start an Italian Verdicchio white wine in the first half of the class. In the second half\, you’ll finish and bottle an Italian Valpola\, a deep-colored red wine\, which you’ll get to take home. \nCost to attend is $32 and attendance is extremely limited. The class will last roughly four hours.  Coffee and breakfast muffins will be served before the class. We will have a lunch break around the halfway point. Lunch will be accompanied by wines from our Winemakers Group. \nDon’t miss this educational opportunity! Sign up now on the OCWS website to attend. Who knows\, maybe next year you’ll be entering your wines into the 50th annual OC Fair Home Wine Competition. \n—Ed Reyes\, ed@ocws.org
URL:https://ocws.org/events/learn-the-basics-of-making-kit-wines/
LOCATION:Ed Reyes Home – Laguna Hills
CATEGORIES:Homewine,Wine Education Seminars,Winemakers
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250705T160000
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Meeting\, Potluck
DESCRIPTION:The next Winemakers Group quarterly meeting and potluck will be on Saturday\, July 5.  The South County beach location will be announced one week prior to the event.  Cost is $10 per person to cover supplies.  All OCWS members are welcome\, you don’t have to be a winemaker to attend. \nEach attendee\, or couple\, is asked to bring a potluck dish (appetizer\, salad\, side dish\, or dessert) ready to serve a small portion to 8 people.  Please bring any serving utensils necessary for your dish and a bottle of wine per person (homemade or commercial) to share.  Plates\, napkins and tableware will be furnished. \nWe’re hoping to taste many of the award-winning wines from the recent OC Fair Home Wine Competition.  Many of our talented winemakers earned double gold and other awards.  For new and aspiring winemakers\, this is your chance to meet\, mingle and learn from our experienced winemakers.  We will also have a short meeting to review the Home Wine Competition and announce upcoming events.  There will be no SO2 testing at the event. \nWinemakers\, did you make wines from grapes purchased through the Winemakers Group?  Bring those wines to the event.  It’s always interesting to taste how differently they turn out.  We all start with grapes from the same vineyard which were harvested at the same time.  Most of us even used the same yeast and yeast additives supplied with the grapes.  The difference in the finished wines is how we processed those grapes after taking them home. \nWhat is your unique winemaking style?  Bring your wines and let’s compare notes. \nAttendance at this event is extremely limited so sign up now!  Volunteers are needed to help set up prior and help clean up after the event.  You can sign up to help when you register to attend the event. \nLimited parking at host site.  Carpooling is recommended \nIf you have questions contact Ed Reyes\, ed@ocws.org .
URL:https://ocws.org/events/quarterly-meeting-potluck-slated-for-july-5/
LOCATION:Location Announced One Week Prior to Event\, CA\, 92627\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wine Tasting,Winemakers
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SUMMARY:Pre-Crush Winemaking Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Winemakers\, are you making wine this year? Is this your first time making wine from fresh grapes? Not sure if you’re ready for the upcoming harvest? Do you need a refresher course before getting grapes? \nIf you answered yes to any of these questions then you need to join us at our pre-crush winemaking seminar. The class will be helpful to new and experienced winemakers alike. It will be held on Saturday morning\, September 6\, from 10:00 am – noon at the Silverado Canyon home of one of our winemakers. There will also be some experienced winemakers on hand to answer questions. \nThis class will: \n\nGuide you through the basic procedure for making wine from fresh grapes\nDescribe the equipment and supplies needed\nPrepare you for what to expect at various points in the winemaking process\nWalk you the OCWS grape purchase program and how it works\n\n  \nReserve your spot in the class by contacting Ed Reyes at: ed@ocws.org \nSO2 testing will also be held at the same location that day. Our SO2 testing team led by Mike Paz will be conducting tests for your wines from 10:00 am to noon. \nReserve your SO2 tests by contacting Mike Paz at: Michael.winemaker@icloud.com with the number of tests you will need. It is important we know ahead of time how many tests will be done so we can purchase supplies prior and have them on hand. Testing fee is $5.00 per sample. Bring a 100ml sample of each wine\, enough to test twice in case the test needs to be repeated. \nGet ready for the grape harvest with our pre-crush winemaking seminar. \nEd Reyes\ned@ocws.org
URL:https://ocws.org/events/pre-crush-winemaking-seminar/
LOCATION:Silverado Canyon Road
CATEGORIES:Education,Winemakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T160000
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SUMMARY:October Winemakers Quarterly Meeting and Potluck
DESCRIPTION:The next Winemakers Group quarterly meeting and potluck will be on Saturday\, Oct. 25\, from 1-4 p.m.  The La Habra Heights location will be announced one week prior to the event. All OCWS members are welcome\, you don’t have to be a winemaker to attend. The OCWS member cost to attend is $10 per person. A member can purchase a ticket for a non-member for $15. \nEach attendee\, or couple\, is asked to bring a potluck dish (appetizer\, salad\, side dish or dessert) ready to serve a small portion to eight people. Please bring any serving utensils necessary for your dish and a bottle of wine per person (homemade or commercial) to share. Plates\, napkins and tableware will be furnished. \nWinemakers\, if you just started a batch or two of wine from fresh grapes\, this is a great place to meet with other winemakers and get answers to your winemaking questions. We will also have a short meeting to review the grape harvest and announce upcoming events. \nAttendance at this event is extremely limited so sign up now! Parking is limited and carpooling is encouraged. Volunteers are needed to help direct parking\, set up prior to event and help clean up after. You can sign up to help when you register to attend the event.  I hope to see you there. \nCheers! \n–Ed Reyes\, ed@ocws.org
URL:https://ocws.org/events/october-winemakers-quarterly-meeting-and-potluck/
LOCATION:Location Announced One Week Prior to Event\, CA\, 92627\, United States
CATEGORIES:Winemakers
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SUMMARY:Winemakers Holiday Party and Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Get into the holiday spirit and celebrate with the Winemakers Group at our 12th annual Holiday Party and Potluck\, hosted by Kevin Donnelly. This year’s festivities will be Saturday\, December 20 from 4 – 8pm at the East Lake Village Association Clubhouse in Yorba Linda. \nThe clubhouse is located on the community lake. The nearby area and lakeview homes are decorated for the season. At night the twinkling Christmas lights reflecting off the water will surely put you in the holiday spirit. \nThis is always a wonderful social event to celebrate the Holiday Season and enjoy the fruits (wine) of our labors. \nThis event is open to the entire OCWS membership. All are welcome\, you don’t have to be a winemaker to attend.  Signups are now open on the OCWS website. For OCWS members\, the cost is $25 per person to cover decorations and facility rental. A member may purchase a ticket for one non-member guest for $27. \nThis is a potluck event. Please bring one dish per person or couple to serve between 8-12 people\, and one bottle of wine per person\, either homemade or commercial. Dress is holiday casual. There is plenty of free parking in the clubhouse lot or on the street. \nAttendance is limited so sign up today! \nThis is always a wonderful social event\, and we look forward to seeing you there! \nPlease contact Kevin if you have any questions. \nKevin Donnelly \nkevindonnelly@ocws.org \n714-457-7229
URL:https://ocws.org/events/winemakers-holiday-party-and-potluck-2/
LOCATION:East Lake Village Community Center\, 5325 Village Center Drive\, Yorba Linda\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Winemakers
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Meeting & Potluck
DESCRIPTION:The next winemakers’ quarterly meeting and potluck will be on Saturday\, April 25\, from noon – 4 p.m. Signups are now open on the OCWS website. The Silverado Canyon location will be announced one week prior to the event.\nAll OCWS members are welcome\, you don’t have to be a winemaker to attend. The OCWS member cost to attend is $12 per person. A member can purchase a ticket for a non-member for $18.\nEach attendee or couple is asked to bring a potluck dish (appetizer\, salad\, side dish or dessert) ready to serve a small portion to eight people. Please bring any serving utensils necessary for your dish and a bottle of wine per person (homemade or commercial) to share. Plates\, napkins and tableware will be furnished.\nFor new and aspiring winemakers\, this is your chance to meet\, mingle and learn from our experienced winemakers. We will have a short meeting to discuss the 2026 Home Wine Competition and announce upcoming events.\nAttendance at this event is extremely limited so sign up now. Volunteers are needed to help set up prior to and help clean up after the event. You can sign up to help when you register to attend the event. See you all there. Cheers!\n—Ed Reyes\,\ned@OCWS.org
URL:https://ocws.org/events/quarterly-meeting-potluck/
LOCATION:Location Announced One Week Prior to Event\, CA\, 92627\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homewine,Winemakers
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SUMMARY:Gearing Up for the 50th Anniversary Home Wine Competition
DESCRIPTION:Home Wine Competition Entry Tips \nWinemakers\, the entry deadline for the 50th annual OC Fair Home Wine Competition is May 22. New this year is a Best of Show Rose award to go with Best of Show awards for red\, white\, fruit and dessert wines. If you plan to submit wines\, here are some things you can do to give them their best chance to show well.\nMake sure you’re using sound winemaking practices. This means tasting regularly\, topping off carboys or barrels and maintaining SO2 to prevent oxidation and spoilage. Oxidized wine is a common fault and it can happen to any wine. I’ve tasted commercial wines that suffered from oxidation\, right out of the bottle.\nIf you haven’t bottled the wine yet\, you’ll need to do it soon. Taste your wine before bottling to make sure there’s nothing wrong with it. Notice I said taste\, not drink. As tempting as it is\, don’t drink during bottling. It’s too easy to make a mistake or forget a critical step with a foggy mind. I celebrate with a cold beer after bottling.\nWhen it comes to bottling\, make sure that’s the only thing you’re doing on bottling day. Make any chemical additions or adjustments at least a week prior to bottling. This will allow enough time for those changes to integrate into the wine. If you’re making a blend\, your blending components and their percentages should already be determined. You don’t want to be figuring out your blend at the last minute.\nResist the urge to submit anything that has just been bottled. Bottle shock is a real phenomenon. I’ve found my red wines need at least 30 to 45 days to recover after bottling.\nDon’t skimp on packaging if you’re shipping your wine to the competition. You want your wine to get here safely after all your effort. You can also deliver submissions to the OCWS office\, Monday through Friday during regular business hours. Competition wines are stored in a temperature-controlled environment after they’re received so you don’t have to worry about exposure to extreme temperatures.\nIf you’re entering the label competition\, send an original label. It shows much better than a photocopy. Make sure the label is entered into its correct category. Sometimes labels have characteristics that might make it a worthy contender in more than one category\, say both humorous and viticultural. In this case I recommend entering it into the category where it makes the better impression.\nFinally\, make sure you complete the entry form clearly and thoughtfully. Enter your wines into their correct categories. If you’re entering a specific varietal wine\, say Zinfandel\, make sure there is at least 75% of that varietal in the wine. Rose wines should be entered as such so they’re not judged against their red counterparts. Specify the grape’s AVA\, if applicable\, and vintage in the entry form “description” section.\nIf you’re entering a blend\, be sure to specify the percentages of each blend component in the “description” section as well. Fruit wines should be entered into their appropriate category. Note the wine’s sweetness level and enter that into the appropriate category. All that information will be on the judges’ score sheets for their consideration.\nI know a lot of this isn’t rocket science. But by putting care into your wine and thoughtfulness into the entry process beforehand\, you can help them to show their best on competition day.\n—Ed Reyes\,\ned@OCWS.org \nThe OC Fair Home Wine Competition is Saturday\, June 6 at the OC Fair and Event Center. To learn more about serving as a judge for the competition\, contact John Lane at John@OCWS.org.
URL:https://ocws.org/events/gearing-up-for-the-50th-oc-fair-competition/
LOCATION:Courtyard of the OC Fair Grounds\, 88 Fair Dr.\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, 92626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Winemakers
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