The 27th Annual Calaveras County Grape Stomp! Backyard Edition-September 27, 2020, Register Today!

The 27th Annual Calaveras County Grape Stomp!  Backyard Edition-September 27, 2020, Register Today!

Murphys, CA…Celebrating 27th Annual Calaveras County Grape Stomp. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to stomp in the First of Its Kind “Virtual Grape Stomp”. Pick your Stomp Team Name, Get Registered, Pickup your Virtual Grape Stomp Kits, Get your Backyard Setup & HAVE FUN!     2020 CALAVERAS COUNTY VIRTUAL GRAPE STOMP: BACKYARD […]

Stevenot Winery Now Open for Wine Tastings, Reservations Recommended

Stevenot Winery Now Open for Wine Tastings, Reservations Recommended

Vallecito, CA…Stevenot Winery is now open for wine tastings with safety precautions in place. Reservations recommended with limited availability of walk-in tastings as well. Social distance, wear your face coverings, enjoy a beautiful winery setting and great wines today. On January 16, 2019 the Oliveto Family purchased the former location of Irish Vineyards in Vallecito, […]

Calaveras Wine Country Has Lost Stephen Collum, One of the Greats!

Calaveras Wine Country Has Lost Stephen Collum, One of the Greats!

Murphys, CA…The Calaveras wine industry has lost a great mentor, innovator, vineyard manager and friend. Stephen Collum, 64, the founder of Murphys-based Vineyard Concepts consulting and management company, passed suddenly on August 11th at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Stockton.  Members of the Calaveras Wine Industry Remember Steve as a dear friend, mentor, innovator, educator and […]

Calaveras Winery Tasting Rooms Come Back to Life

Calaveras Winery Tasting Rooms Come Back to Life

Murphys, CA…As you may have read, the Governor’s office has permitted winery tasting rooms to reopen beginning today. As Calaveras County Health Department signed off on meeting the Country Variance Requirements for containment of Covid-19, we are able to move forward with reopening. BUT we must follow some very specific safety procedures to ensure both staff […]

Hey Dads, A Case of School Street Pinot Noir will Put You on Easy Street for Mother’s Day

Hey Dads, A Case of School Street Pinot Noir will Put You on Easy Street for Mother’s Day

Douglas Flat, CA…Hey Dads, Mother’s Day is only a few days away! Just a suggestion, our Pinot Noir sparkling wine is the perfect gift for mom on Mother’s Day. Pink, bubbly, delicious. Get a whole case or add some sparkling to your order of 12 bottles or more and we will delivery right to your […]

Murhpys Winery to Close as Owners Retire.

Murphys, CA…Gary and Carol Zucca, owners of Zucca Mountain Vineyards Winery in Murphys, announced their retirement and will be closing their tasting room in Murphys on April 30. In announcing the closing, Gary Zucca said, “Carol and I are delighted and proud to have been part of the local wine industry for the past 24 […]

The President’s Wine Weekend Filled Our Area with Wine Enthusiasts

The President’s Wine Weekend Filled Our Area with Wine Enthusiasts

Murphys, CA…The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance hosted the 24th Annual Presidents’ Wine Weekend event on February 15th and 16th. 31 family wineries join together Presidents’ Weekend to share the best wines and visitor experiences in Calaveras Wine Country. The 24th Annual “Presidents’ Wine Weekend” event opens the doors to discovering new wines, winery seminars and special […]

The 24th Annual Presidents’ Wine Weekend Continues On in Murphys

The 24th Annual Presidents’ Wine Weekend Continues On in Murphys

Murphys, CA…The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance is set to host the 24th Annual Presidents’ Wine Weekend on February 15th and 16th 2020 from 11:00 to 5:00 each day. Calaveras Wine Country stretches between Angels Camp and Murphys at the base of the Sierra Foothills and is just 90 minutes from the Bay Area. The perfect wine […]

Get Your Presidents’ Wine Weekend Tickets Before They are Gone!

Get Your Presidents’ Wine Weekend Tickets Before They are Gone!

Murphys, CA…Online TIX are still available and a limited supply of tickets will be available same day for Presidents’ Wine Weekend. Pick up same day TIX as early as Friday evening at the @tipsyfrogwinebar 310 Town Square Rd, Copperopolis and enjoy a special Dessert Wine Tasting until 9:00. OR arrive early for Mimosas on SAT […]

The 24th Annual Presidents’ Wine Weekend is February 15th & 16th! Get Your Tickets Early!!

The 24th Annual Presidents’ Wine Weekend is February 15th & 16th!  Get Your Tickets Early!!

Murphys, CA…The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance is set to host the 24th Annual Presidents’ Wine Weekend on February 15th and 16th 2020 from 11:00 to 5:00 each day. Calaveras Wine Country stretches between Angels Camp and Murphys at the base of the Sierra Foothills and is just 90 minutes from the Bay Area. The perfect wine […]

Get Your Perfect Stevenot Wine For Super Bowl Sunday!

Get Your Perfect Stevenot Wine For Super Bowl Sunday!

Murphys, CA…Get Your Perfect Stevenot Wine For Super Bowl Sunday! On January 16, 2019 the Oliveto Family purchased the former location of Irish Vineyards in Vallecito, CA. This is the now the location of the Stevenot Winery production facility as well as a second Tasting Room currently opened every Saturday and Sunday. “We are excited […]

The 24th Annual Presidents’ Wine Weekend is February 15th & 16th! Get Your Tickets Early!!

The 24th Annual Presidents’ Wine Weekend is February 15th & 16th!  Get Your Tickets Early!!

Murphys, CA…The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance is set to host the 24th Annual Presidents’ Wine Weekend on February 15th and 16th 2020 from 11:00 to 5:00 each day. Calaveras Wine Country stretches between Angels Camp and Murphys at the base of the Sierra Foothills and is just 90 minutes from the Bay Area. The perfect wine […]

The 26th Annual 2019 Calaveras Grape Stomp & Street Fair!! Over 100 Photos & Hours of Video!!

The 26th Annual 2019 Calaveras Grape Stomp & Street Fair!!  Over 100 Photos & Hours of Video!!

Murphys, CA…The 26th Annual Calaveras Grape Stomp presented by the Calaveras Winegrape Alliance was held on October 5, 2019 in Murphys. The Grape Stomp in conjunction with the Street Fair on Main Street drew thousands of people to Murphys. It was a day of perfect weather, great competition & more. The winning stomp team was […]

The 2019 Ironstone Concours d’ Elegance Best of Show is Paul Petrovich’s 1930 Duesenberg! Over 500 Photos & Awards Video!!

The 2019 Ironstone Concours d’ Elegance Best of Show is Paul Petrovich’s 1930 Duesenberg!  Over 500 Photos & Awards Video!!

Murphys, CA…The 2019 Ironstone Concours d’ Elegance Best of Show is Paul Petrovich’s 1930 Duesenberg J, Murphy Convertible Roadster. On September 28th the manicured grounds of Ironstone Vineyards & Winery Complex played host to the event it was designed for over two decades ago. The Cars, Trucks, RVs, Motorcycles, Vintage Race Cars,  Amphicars, Playboy Playmates […]

The CWA is Ready for 26th Annual Grape Stomp on October 5th! 2018 Finals Video & Over 100 Photos To Get You In A Stomping Mood!

The CWA is Ready for 26th Annual Grape Stomp on October 5th!   2018 Finals Video & Over 100 Photos To Get You In A Stomping Mood!

Murphys, CA…(Our Coverage of last year’s event to get you ready to Stomp). The 25th Annual Calaveras Grape Stomp was another special day in Murphys Community Park. Previous Champions the Grapeful Dead came back stronger than ever after an injury kept them out of last year’s stomp competition. Another great story was the Local father […]

A Stunning Estate, 744 Total Acres, 64 Vineyard Acres, Three Homes, State Water Rights & More! $3,500,000

A Stunning Estate, 744 Total Acres, 64 Vineyard Acres, Three Homes, State Water Rights & More! $3,500,000

Esmeralda Valley, CA…This is the lifestyle! Turnkey Operation. The property at Chatom Vineyards consists of 11 parcels totaling 744.22 acres. 64 planted acres with 13 grape varietals. 60 plus acres of plantable land, 356 acres farmstead currently used for cattle grazing. Many options for expanding agricultural interests. There are 2 ponds & a natural spring. […]

Stevenot Music on the Patio is Every Sunday All Summer Long! Today Enjoy The Sounds of Daniel Kushnir

Stevenot Music on the Patio is Every Sunday All Summer Long!  Today Enjoy The Sounds of Daniel Kushnir

Vallecito, CA…Stevenot Music on the Patio is Every Sunday All Summer Long.  Come join us today! We are open 11-5 music by Daniel Kushnir from 1-4.  Mimosas for purchase Bring a picnic and your friends. On January 16, 2019 the Oliveto Family purchased the former location of Irish Vineyards in Vallecito, CA. This is the […]

A Stunning Estate, 744 Total Acres, 64 Vineyard Acres, Three Homes, State Water Rights & More! $3,500,000

A Stunning Estate, 744 Total Acres, 64 Vineyard Acres, Three Homes, State Water Rights & More! $3,500,000

Esmeralda Valley, CA…This is the lifestyle! Turnkey Operation. The property at Chatom Vineyards consists of 11 parcels totaling 744.22 acres. 64 planted acres with 13 grape varietals. 60 plus acres of plantable land, 356 acres farmstead currently used for cattle grazing. Many options for expanding agricultural interests. There are 2 ponds & a natural spring. […]

The CWA is Getting Ready for 26th Annual Grape Stomp on October 5th! 2018 Finals Video & Over 100 Photos Below!

The CWA is Getting Ready for 26th Annual Grape Stomp on October 5th!   2018 Finals Video & Over 100 Photos Below!

Murphys, CA…(Our Coverage of last year’s event to get you ready to Stomp). The 25th Annual Calaveras Grape Stomp was another special day in Murphys Community Park. Previous Champions the Grapeful Dead came back stronger than ever after an injury kept them out of last year’s stomp competition. Another great story was the Local father […]

Stevenot Music on the Patio is Every Sunday All Summer Long! Today Enjoy The Sounds of Brad Peterson & Friends

Stevenot Music on the Patio is Every Sunday All Summer Long!  Today Enjoy The Sounds of Brad Peterson & Friends

Vallecito, CA…Stevenot Music on the Patio is Every Sunday All Summer Long.  Come join us today! We are open 11-5 music by Brad Peterson & Friends from 1-4.  Mimosas for purchase Bring a picnic and your friends. On January 16, 2019 the Oliveto Family purchased the former location of Irish Vineyards in Vallecito, CA. This […]