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SUMMARY:Commercial Wine Competition
DESCRIPTION:Save The Date \nThe 50th Annual OC Fair Commercial Wine Competition will be held May 30th and 31st\, 2026 at the Hilton Hotel in Costa Mesa. \nThe Orange County Wine Society and the OC Fair and Event Center sponsor the largest California-only wine competition in the world.  There are no entry fees and the wines are judged by professional winemakers or winery principals. Wines are cataloged by varietal\, price and sugar levels. \nWines entered will be highlighted and available for tasting and purchase by the glass at The Wine Courtyard at the OC Fair staffed by OCWS volunteers. The 2026 OC Fair runs for 23 days\, Wednesdays through Sundays\, July 17th through August 16th\, 2026. \nFor more information on the 2026 Competition\, contact info@winecompetition.com. \nOC Fair Commercial Wine Competition\n88 Fair Drive\nCosta Mesa\, CA 92626\n714-708-1636
URL:https://ocws.org/events/commercial-wine-competition/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, 3050 Bristol Street\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition
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SUMMARY:Winery Program - Dry Creek
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear the story of Dry Creek Vineyard and the Stare Wallace family. It isn’t one of fairy tales. Their story is about a dedicated family working day and night for five decades to turn what many considered an idealistic pipedream into a reality that revolutionized the California wine industry\, making Double Gold wine. \nAfter a trip to California\, founder Dave Stare packed up his wife and kids in a mint green station wagon to carve out his path in the wine industry. Upon his arrival\, Dave began taking winemaking classes at UC Davis as a graduate student. On the weekends\, he spent time looking at vineyard land from Monterey to Mendocino. When Dave saw a rundown 55-acre prune orchard across the street from the Dry Creek General Store in Sonoma\, Dave realized that he had found his dream location. \nToday the 185-acre Dry Creek Vineyard is one of the last truly private\, family-owned\, iconic wineries consistently producing 90+ point wines. The second generation is firmly committed to a “no compromises” philosophy producing world class\, appellation-focused\, varietal-defining wines. They have shifted their winemaking practices and vineyard management to maximize flavors and reflect their home region. To sum it all up\, in a world where things are getting bigger and faster\, this legacy wine family is taking a smaller and slower approach. \nThis evening starts with a light\, sit down plated dinner. The cost of the meal and tasting is $70 for members and $75 for guests. \n\nThe hotel room location will be announced in April\nDoors will open at 6 p.m.\nDinner begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. (You can bring wine to have with dinner)\nAfter dinner\, we will have a short presentation about upcoming event.\nFollowed by the winery presentation and tasting.\n\nThe menu selections are listed below. Dinner will start with a salad of baby spinach salad\, candied pecans\, wild strawberries\, sweet onions and vinaigrette dressing. The dinner entrée selections are: \n\nFried chicken breast with white pepper gravy\, mashed potatoes and green beans\nSeared local halibut\, grilled corn salsa\, wild rice pilaf\, honey-roasted tri-color carrots\nGrilled eggplant steak\, summer squash\, snow-pea confit\, basil-infused Marinara sauce (VEGETARIAN)\n\nBe sure to pick up your meal ticket at the check-in table to show the waiter your entrée. Please select your meal carefully. Meals are ordered in advance and cannot be changed at the event. Be sure to wear your name badge. \nSign up on the OCWS website to attend this event. Attendees will self-park in the hotel garage. Bring your parking ticket to the event. Instructions will be provided for validating free parking. \nVolunteers are needed\, please indicate when you sign up to attend this event: \n\nHelp to place agendas on tables\nHelp with check-in from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.\nHelp to pour wine for the tasting\n\nMembers may bring their own wine to enjoy and share during dinner. Please drink responsibly. \nBecause we contract each meal that you selected with the hotel\, the last day to sign up\, change your entrée\, or cancel and receive a refund is Sunday\, April 5. \n– CL Keedy\, Rich Skoczylas\, Winery Program Co-Coordinators
URL:https://ocws.org/events/winery-program-dry-creek/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, 3050 Bristol Street\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Winery Program
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SUMMARY:Winery Program - Macchia
DESCRIPTION:In Italian\, “Macchia” means “the spot.” In the Lodi area\,\nMacchia Winery has been earning a reputation as a\nspot where discriminating vino buffs can find small lots\nof high-quality vintages at some very reasonable prices.\nAware of the potential for quality that was long ignored by many winemakers outside the Lodi area\, Macchia makes multiple Zinfandels\, each sporting its distinctive qualities. In addition\, Macchia offers some amazing Italian\, Spanish and French varietals such as Sangiovese\, Nebbiolo\, Barbera\, Graciano and French Colombard. All their wines are vegan and gluten-free. \nIt is a tried-and-true strategy for making exceptional\nwines that is at the heart of their winemaking philosophy.\nWinemaking technology has improved dramatically in the last two decades\, but it is still the quality of the fruit you start with that ultimately determines how good your wine will turn out. They are passionate about their vineyards. Remember\, it’s all about the grape! \nSo be sure to join us to learn more about Macchia\,\ntaste their wines and order some for delivery at a discount. \nBe sure to pick up your meal ticket at the check-in table to show the waiter your entrée. Please select your meal carefully. Meals are ordered in advance and cannot be changed at the event. Be sure to wear your name badge. \nVolunteers are needed\, please indicate when you sign\nup to attend this event: \n● Help to place agendas on tables\n● Help with check-in from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.\n● Help to pour wine for the tasting \n—CL Keedy and Rich Skoczylas\,\nWinery Program Co-Coordinators
URL:https://ocws.org/events/winery-program-macchia/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, 3050 Bristol Street\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Winery Program
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SUMMARY:Winery Program - Trentadue & Miro Cellars
DESCRIPTION:With over 25 years with the Trentadue family\, award-winning winemaker Miro Tcholakov played a key role in defining Trentadue’s signature style\, highlighting the very best of their estate-grown Alexander Valley fruit. His passion and expertise earned him deep respect within the wine industry. \nMiro’s winemaking philosophy is simple: make the best wine possible from the grapes grown on the Trentadue Estate\, respecting the unique character of each vintage and variety. Over the years\, he has learned that winemaking is a lifelong journey. Every season brings its own challenges and opportunities and the key is to blend experience\, intuition and a bit of luck to create that perfect wine. Miro combines modern winemaking techniques with time-tested\, Old-World practices\, always aiming to let the grapes speak for themselves. \nAs winemaker for Trentadue Miro’s “day job\,” he also produces award-winning wines under his own brand of “Miro Cellars\,” where he is the winemaker\, proprietor\, salesman and cellar rat. \nThis evening starts with a light\, sit down plated dinner. The cost of the meal is $70 for members and $75 for guests. \n\nThe hotel room location will be announced in February.\nDoors will open at 6 p.m.\nDinner begins promptly at 6:30 p.m.\nAfter dinner\, we will have a short presentation about upcoming events.\n\nThe menu selections are listed below. Dinner will start with a salad of whole leaves of Romaine Caesar salad\, crisp focaccia croutons\, Parmesan cheese\, and Caesar dressing. The entrée selections are: \n\nOven-roasted barbeque chicken breast with boysenberry BBQ sauce\, mashed potatoes and green beans\nHerb-crusted salmon\, wild rice pilaf\, broccolini and blistered vine tomatoes\nRicotta and spinach mushroom rolled lasagna\, spinach\, ricotta\, roasted Portabella mushroom and basil roasted tomato infused sauce (VEGETARIAN)\n\nBe sure to pick up your meal ticket at the check-in table to show the waiter your entrée. Please select your meal carefully. Meals are ordered in advance and cannot be changed at the event. Be sure to wear your name badge. \nSign up on the OCWS website to attend this event. Attendees will self-park in the hotel garage. Bring your parking ticket to the event. Instructions will be provided for validating free parking. \nVolunteers are needed\, please indicate when you sign up to attend this event: \n\nHelp to place agendas on tables\nHelp with check-in from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.\nHelp to pour wine for the tasting\n\nMembers may bring their own wine to enjoy and share during dinner. Please drink responsibly. \nBecause we contract each meal that you selected with the hotel\, the last day to sign up\, change your entrée\, or cancel and receive a refund is Sunday\, February 22. \nAnd as Miro says\, “At Trentadue\, we believe wine should be part of everyday life\, something that enhances meals\, moments and memories.” So\, join Miro and enjoy his wines. \n– CL Keedy and Rich Skoczylas\, Winery Program Co-Coordinators
URL:https://ocws.org/events/winery-program-trentadue-miro-cellars/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, 3050 Bristol Street\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Winery Program
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SUMMARY:Winery Program - Graveyard
DESCRIPTION:Our first winery for our 50th Anniversary will be Graveyard Vineyards. They are located on the Pleasant Valley Wine Trail\, perched on a beautiful hilltop\, above the historic Pleasant Valley Cemetery. Graveyard is a family-owned winery based in Paso Robles. As their consistently excellent wines win numerous top awards\, we have the opportunity to taste their wines in January. \nGraveyard started with 184 cases of estate wine in 2007. They offered wine tastings on the porch of their house\, and if there was bad weather\, they would do tastings in the kitchen. Up the hill from the 150- year -old graveyard\, you will find their cozy barn style tasting room which bodes a grand fireplace and outdoor seating area with spectacular views. \nThis evening starts with a light\, sit down plated dinner. The cost of the meal is $76 for members and $81 for guests. Each attendee must pick up a menu card with their name to show your server the entree you have selected. \nWhat’s included in these Winery Programs: dinner\, service charge\, sales tax\, included self-parking\, awards\, sound system\, insurance\, wine license\, pro-rated office postage and website expenses\, and credit card fees. \n\nThe hotel room location will be announced in January.\nDoors will open at 6 p.m.\nDinner begins promptly at 6:30 p.m.\nAfter dinner\, we will have a short presentation about upcoming events.\n\nThe menu selections are listed below. Dinner will start with a mixed greens salad of radish\, cucumbers\, cherry tomatoes\, shredded carrots\, herb croutons\, chive sticks and cucumber basil vinaigrette. The entrée selections are: \n\nGrilled breast of chicken\, garlic Parmesan whipped potatoes\, buttered broccolini\, baby bell peppers\, lemon thyme jus\nGrilled Atlantic salmon\, herb-infused lentils\, butter-braised rainbow chard\, wilted cherry tomatoes\, white wine caper sauce\nHearty polenta cake\, grilled Portobello mushroom\, rainbow chard\, caponata\n\nBe sure to pick up your meal ticket at the check-in table to show the waiter your entrée. Please select your meal carefully. Meals are ordered in advance and cannot be changed at the event. Be sure to wear your name badge. \nSign up on the OCWS website to attend this event. Attendees will self-park in the hotel garage. Bring your parking ticket to the event. Instructions will be provided for validating free parking. \nVolunteers are needed\, please indicate when you sign up to attend this event: \n\nHelp to place agendas on tables\nHelp with check-in from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.\nHelp to pour wine for the tasting\n\nMembers may bring their own wine to enjoy and share during dinner. Please drink responsibly. \nBecause we contract each meal with the hotel that you selected\, the last day to sign up\, change your entrée\, or cancel and receive a refund is Sunday\, January 18. \n– CL Keedy and Rick Skoczylas\, Winery Program Co-Coordinators
URL:https://ocws.org/events/winery-program-graveyard/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, 3050 Bristol Street\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Winery Program
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SUMMARY:Fallbrook Winery
DESCRIPTION:Due to uncontrollable events\, our May Winery Program has changed and we are proud to bring award winning Fallbrook Winery. This event has moved to Friday\, May 16. \nNestled in the heart of southern California is Fallbrook Winery. A visit to them is a short drive from Orange County where they rest between the Pacific Coast and the Pala Mesa Mountains and produce the highest quality red and white varietals. The original Fallbrook Winery opened in 1981 and was used primarily for champagne production through the late 1980s. In the mid 1990s\, the winery started replanting with Bordeaux varietal clones including Cabernet Sauvignon\, Merlot\, Cabernet Franc\, Petit Verdot\, and Malbec. \nThe topography of the region creates an ideal microclimate\, with warm days\, cool nights\, hillside vineyards and decomposed granite soil. The grapes develop the optimal sugar and acid levels needed to create rich\, full-bodied and balanced wines. All red grapes are hand-picked and bin fermented to allow for optimal fermentation conditions. The manual punch downs during fermentation enhances the intensity of the fruit and permits the winemaker greater control over the winemaking process. \nWe are excited to have their Head Winemaker\, Euen Parker\, visit us for this tasting. Euen was educated in New Zealand and France and has consulted throughout Spain and the United States. He has won numerous awards at Fallbrook Winery and is a judge in the OC Fair Commercial Wine Competition. \nThis evening starts with a light\, sit-down plated dinner. The cost of the meal is $62 for members and $67 for guests. Each attendee must pick up a menu card with their name to show your server the entree you have selected. \nDinner begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. Arriving before this time will make it easier for you to find a seat. After dinner\, we will have a short presentation about upcoming events. \nThe menu selections are listed below. Dessert will be caramel flan: \n\nGrilled chicken with roasted corn & poblano salsa\, served with chef’s choice starch and vegetables\nGrilled salmon\, shiitake mushrooms & asparagus hash\, fresh grilled lemon\, served with chef’s choice starch and vegetables\nVegetarian – Stuffed quinoa pepper on arugula\, heirloom tomato\, broccolini and porcini mushroom ragu\n\nA meal ticket will be at the check-in table for you to show the waiter your entrée. Be sure to pick up your meal ticket when you check in. Meals are ordered in advance and cannot be changed at the event. Please select your meal carefully. Be sure to wear your name tag. \nSign up on the OCWS website to attend this event. Attendees will self-park in the hotel garage. Bring your parking ticket to the event. Instructions will be provided for validating free parking. \nVolunteers are needed\, please indicate when you sign up to attend this event: \n\nHelp to place agendas on tables\nHelp with check-in from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.\nHelp pour wine for the tasting\n\nMembers may bring their own wine to enjoy and share during dinner. Please drink responsibly. \nBecause we contract each meal with the hotel that you selected\, the last day to sign up\, change your entrée\, or cancel and receive a refund is Sunday\, May 11. \n—Rich Skoczylas\, Winery Program Coordinator
URL:https://ocws.org/events/wild-eye-winery/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, 3050 Bristol Street\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Winery Program
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SUMMARY:Russian River Vineyards
DESCRIPTION:Russian River Vineyards winemaker Giovanni “Gio” Balistreri will be our featured speaker. He comes from four generations of farmers\, and he would not have it any other way. Gio is a farmer\, first and foremost. \n \nTo produce great wine\, Gio believes that you must first produce excellent fruit. It is the essential character and flavor of that fruit\, when it is harvested\, that will determine its potential to become a superior wine. There is no shortcut. You must be there and manage the crop at every step. \nThe Russian River Valley is one of the world’s greatest winemaking regions where true devotees of great wine are familiar with the magic of this valley.  So\, just over a decade ago\, he set out to make the most of an incredible environment to make great wine. The Russian River area enjoys warm summer days that are important for sugar production in grapes and cool night temperatures to preserve the acidity in the grapes.  This provides a combination to achieve and maintain the delicate balance of sugar and acid.  These attributes\, combined with rich and diverse soil conditions\, make the Russian River Valley a winemaker’s dream for Gio to work his magic. \nThis evening starts with a light\, sit-down plated dinner. The cost of the meal is $62 for members and $67 for guests. \nDinner begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. Arriving before this time will make it easier for you to find a seat. After dinner\, we will have a short presentation about upcoming events. \nEntree Options: \n\nGrilled free range chicken breast\, charred pepper and goat cheese puree\, served with chef’s choice of starch and vegetables\nSeared salmon with lemongrass vinaigrette\, served with chef’s choice of starch and vegetables\nCremini and portobello ravioli with tomato confit\, fresh grilled asparagus and Madeira cream sauce\n\nDinner will end with dessert. \nBe sure to pick up your meal ticket when you check in to show the waiter your entrée selection. Meals are ordered in advance and cannot be changed at the event. Please select your meal carefully. And be sure to wear your name tag to this tasting. \nSign up below to attend this event. Attendees will self-park in the hotel garage. Bring your parking ticket to the event. Instructions will be provided for validating free parking. \nVolunteers Needed: \nVolunteers are needed\, please indicate when you sign up to attend this event: \n\nHelp to place agendas on tables\nHelp with check-in from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.\nHelp pour wine for the tasting\n\nMembers may bring their own wine to enjoy and share during dinner. Please drink responsibly. \nBecause we contract each meal with the hotel that you selected\, the last day to sign up\, change your entrée or cancel and receive a refund is noon Sunday\, April 20. \n—Rich Skoczylas\, Winery Program Coordinator
URL:https://ocws.org/events/russian-river-vineyards/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, 3050 Bristol Street\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Winery Program
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SUMMARY:MCV Wines
DESCRIPTION:Matthew Villard\, the passionate owner and winemaker behind MCV\, has his love for wine blossoming around the family dinner table. After graduating from the University of California Davis\, he embarked on internships at Quintessa Winery\, Justin Winery and Vineyard\, Gainey Vineyards\, Chalone Vineyard and BV. \nMCV has undergone a remarkable transformation since their humble beginnings in Morro Bay in 2011. Relocating to Paso Robles in 2020 presented its share of obstacles\, but it also brought fresh insights\, partnerships and exciting possibilities for valued MCV guests. Matt’s aspiration is to welcome both his loyal members and new visitors to experience his wines\, indulge in delightful cheese pairings\, embark on winery tours\, savor exquisite meals in the barrel room\, and witness firsthand the exhilarating energy of the MCV harvest. \nThrough these experiences\, Matt honed his winemaking skills and developed a deep understanding of the craft. Today\, he brings this knowledge and expertise to MCV\, infusing each bottle with his unwavering passion and commitment to quality. From vine to glass\, Matt’s dedication shines through in every sip of MCV wine. \nThis evening starts with a light\, sit down plated dinner. The cost of the meal is $62 for members and $67 for guests. Each attendee must pick up a menu card with their name to show your server the entree you have selected. \nDinner begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. Arriving before this time will make it easier for you to find a seat. After dinner\, we will have a short presentation about upcoming events. \nThe menu selections are listed below. Dinner will start with a salad of vine-ripened tomatoes and buffalo mozzarella\, basil olive oil\, cracked pepper\, with balsamic modena drizzle\, rolls and butter. \n\nChicken piccata served with chef’s choice starch and vegetables.\nGrilled salmon filet with white beans\, peas\, olives\, tiny tomatoes\, Asparagus and virgin lemon olive oil.\nBroccoli rabe\, roasted eggplant and portobello mushroom\, rolled in smoked tomato and grilled scallion purée.\n\nA meal ticket will be at the check-in table for you to show the waiter your entrée. Be sure to pick up your meal ticket when you check in. Meals are ordered in advance and cannot be changed at the event. Please select your meal carefully. Be sure to wear your name tag. \nSign up on the OCWS website to attend this event. Attendees will self-park in the hotel garage. Bring your parking ticket to the event. Instructions will be provided for validating free parking. \nVolunteers are needed\, please indicate when you sign up to attend this event: \n\nHelp to place agendas on tables\nHelp with check-in from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.\nHelp pour wine for the tasting\n\nMembers may bring their own wine to enjoy and share during dinner. Please drink responsibly. \nBecause we contract each meal with the hotel that you selected\, the last day to sign up\, change your entrée\, or cancel and receive a refund is noon on Sunday\, March 9. \n—Rich Skoczylas\, OCWS Winery Program Coordinator
URL:https://ocws.org/events/mcv-wines/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, 3050 Bristol Street\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Winery Program
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SUMMARY:Korbel Champagne Cellars - Winery Program
DESCRIPTION:Korbel was stablished in 1882 in Sonoma County’s Russian River Valley. They produce the United States’ most popular méthode champenoise champagne. The true measure of Korbel’s success during its 140 years can be seen in the impact it has had on American consumers and its presence at various celebrations throughout the years\, including the past 10 presidential inaugurations. Owned and managed by the Heck family since 1954\, Korbel currently makes 11 California champagnes and a limited amount of still wine. In a separate facility\, Korbel also produces three California brandies and imports Prosecco from Italy. \nWe are truly fortunate to have Paul Ahvenainen return for this tasting. It’s been 10 years since he visited us in February 2015. Back then\, Paul was the winemaker; now he is Vice President – Operations and Winemaking. He oversees all wine and brandy production\, winemaking\, grower relations\, maintenance and quality control. Paul\, who has been with Korbel for 37 years\, has been essential in the growth\, production and consistent quality that has earned Korbel numerous gold medals throughout the years. Paul is also one of our judges at the Commercial Wine Competition. \nThis evening starts with a light\, sit down plated dinner. The cost of the meal is $62 for members and $67 for guests. Each attendee must pick up a menu card with their name to show your server the entree you have selected. \nDinner begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. Arriving before this time will make it easier for you to find a seat. After dinner\, we will have a short presentation about upcoming events. \nThe menu selections are listed below. Dinner will start with a salad of bibb lettuce\, radicchio\, asiago\, kalamata olives\, sundried tomato\, feta\, with white balsamic vinaigrette\, rolls and butter. The entrée selections are: \n\nBraised chicken\, Cipollini onion\, compare tomato\, fennel\, charred lemon\, fresh herbs\, served with chef’s choice starch and vegetables.\nPesto baked salmon\, toasted herb parmesan panko crumbs\, served with chef’s choice starch and vegetables.\nBroccoli rabe\, roasted eggplant and portobello mushroom\, rolled in smoked tomato and grilled scallion purée\n\nA meal ticket will be at the check-in table for you to show the waiter your entrée. Be sure to pick up your meal ticket when you check in. Meals are ordered in advance and cannot be changed at the event. Please select your meal carefully. Be sure to wear your name tag. \nSign up on the OCWS website to attend this event. Attendees will self-park in the hotel garage. Bring your parking ticket to the event. Instructions will be provided for validating free parking. \nVolunteers are needed\, please indicate when you sign up to attend this event: \n\nHelp to place agendas on tables\nHelp with check-in from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.\nHelp pour wine for the tasting\n\nMembers may bring their own wine to enjoy and share during dinner. Please drink responsibly. \nBecause we contract each meal with the hotel that you selected\, the last day to sign up\, change your entrée\, or cancel and receive a refund is noon on Sunday\, Feb. 2. \n—Rich Skoczylas\, OCWS Winery Program Coordinator
URL:https://ocws.org/events/korbel-champagne-cellars-winery-program/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, 3050 Bristol Street\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Winery Program
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SUMMARY:Winery Program – Bushong Vintage Company
DESCRIPTION:To kick off the 2025 Winery Program\, we proudly welcome Jason Bushong\, proprietor and winemaker of Bushong Vintage Company in Paso Robles. Jason is a veteran judge of the Commercial Wine Competition and Feature Winery presenter at the OC Fair. Bushong Vintage Company has consistently been awarded Best of Class\, Double Gold and Gold medals. \nBushong Vintage Company was born from Jason’s lifelong passion for winemaking\, which began as a teenager in Riverside after tasting a bottle of Santa Barbara County Chardonnay. He has now been crafting superior wines from the Central Coast region for over 20 years\, with a focus on unique varietal blocks from vineyards that yield supreme\, quality fruit. \nHis style reflects his winemaking philosophy that wine is the unique culmination of science\, agriculture and art often resulting in crisp\, bright whites and rich\, bold reds. \nJason’s passion for wine is only further enriched by his passion for music and art. His tasting room in downtown Paso Robles features an old Star Wars pinball machine and a large collection of vinyl records\, which tasters are welcome to play. Jason’s passion for art is also reflected in his outstanding label art. \nThis evening starts with a light\, sit-down plated dinner. The cost of the meal is $62 for members and $67 for guests. Each attendee must pick up a menu card with their name to show your server the entree you have selected.  The choices are: \n\nBronzed french breast of chicken with roasted garlic pan gravy served with chef’s choice starch and vegetables\nGrilled salmon with Pinot Grigio fennel sauce served with chef’s choice starch and vegetables\nVegetarian: broccoli rabe\, roasted eggplant and portobello mushroom rolled in smoked tomato and grilled scallion purée\n\nDinner begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. Arriving before this time will make it easier for you to find a seat. After dinner\, we will have a short presentation about upcoming events. \nBe sure to pick up your meal ticket when you check in to show the waiter. Meals are ordered in advance and cannot be changed at the event. Please select your meal carefully. Be sure to wear your name tag. \nMembers may bring their own wine to enjoy and share during dinner. Please drink responsibly. \nBecause we contract each meal with the hotel that you selected\, the last day to sign up\, change your entrée\, or cancel and receive a refund is noon Sunday\, Jan. 19. \n—Rich Skoczylas\, Winery Program Coordinator
URL:https://ocws.org/events/winery-program-bushong-vintage-company/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, 3050 Bristol Street\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Winery Program
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SUMMARY:OC Fair Commercial Competition
DESCRIPTION:The OC Fair Commercial Wine Competition is one of the largest single events that the OCWS coordinates and runs each year.  With an average of upwards of 2\,500 wines being judged in any given year by a prestigious panel of 90 judges of the caliber of such well known winemakers as Steve Lohr\, Carol Shelton\, Joseph S. Franzia\, Gary Eberle and Shauna Rosenblum\, just to name a few\, running of this competition is no small feat to accomplish.  Success is directly attributed to the efforts of hundreds of volunteers.  It is rewarding to be a part of the largest competition of California wines in the world.  Sign up today to join in the fun and camaraderie and the knowledge that you are part of something of a magnitude unparalleled elsewhere! \nFran Gitsham – Commercial Competition Chair\nVolunteer signups are available\n 
URL:https://ocws.org/events/oc-fair-commercial-competition/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, 3050 Bristol Street\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition
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SUMMARY:OC Fair Commercial Wine Competition
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ocws.org/events/oc-fair-commercial-wine-competition-3/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, 3050 Bristol Street\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition
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SUMMARY:OC Fair Commercial Wine Competition
DESCRIPTION:The 46th OC Fair Commercial Wine Competition will be held June 4-5th at the Hilton Hotel in Costa Mesa. \nThe Orange County Wine Society and the OC Fair and Event Center sponsor the Competition which judges wines made only from grapes grown in California. There are no entry fees and the wines are judged by professional winemakers or winery principals. The wines are cataloged by varietal\, price and sugar levels. In 2021\, over 2400 wines were entered. \nThe wines will be available to purchase by the glass at the OC Fair in the Courtyard staffed by OCWS volunteers. This year’s Fair\, “Feel the Sunshine”\, begins Friday July 15th and runs through August 16th. \nFor more information on the 2022 Competition\, contact info@winecompetition.com \nThank you to the Orange County Fair Board and Staff\, the Judges and Volunteers for their participation in this year’s event. \nOC Fair Commercial Wine Competition\n88 Fair Drive\nCosta Mesa\, Ca 92626\n714-708-1636
URL:https://ocws.org/events/oc-fair-commercial-wine-competition-2/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, 3050 Bristol Street\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition
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SUMMARY:Commercial Competition
DESCRIPTION:This year’s competition will be conducted on June 4 and 5. This is one of our largest volunteer events. Volunteers have a lot of fun working with our members and at the end of the day\, they also have the opportunity to take multiple partially full bottles of wine home (for their volunteer effort). The Hilton hotel also offers us a discounted room rate for this event. Please refer below for more information. \n– Jim Beard\, President \nHotel Reservations for Commercial Wine Competition \nIf you plan on staying at the Costa Mesa Hilton Hotel for the weekend of the Commercial Wine Competition\, please make reservations no later than May 10\, 2016. The OCWS has booked a block of rooms for OCWS members at a discounted rate and this rate is guaranteed only until that date. The special rate does not require advance payment and is $139 per night plus $12 per night parking. If you want to stay on the 7th floor Executive Level\, the rate is $175 per night for up to 2 persons in the room. Reservations can be made by phone at 714.540.7000 or online at www.Hilton.com/Costa_Mesa. When making reservations\, be sure to mention the discount code “OCWS16” to receive the above rates. \n – Lora Howard & David Hirstein \nIf you would like to know more about OCFair Commercial Wine Competition please click here /commercial-wine-competition/
URL:https://ocws.org/events/commercial-competition/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, 3050 Bristol Street\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition
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