
CaliforniaWinesUK
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The voice of #CaliforniaWines in the UK & Ireland. Follow for latest news, announcements, virtual events and wine tastings.
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"Great winemaking is complicated everywhere, but sometimes the greatness is easier to experience in the New World." • Nina Caplan explores the dazzling diversity of #CaliforniaWines, highlighting the top producers with a French connection.thetimes.co.uk/article/califo…

"The Black Stallion philosophy is all about blending, giving us a genuine overview of the Napa Valley regional style." BancroftWines recently visited Black Stallion Estate Winery, Napa Cabernet specialists founded on the grounds of a former equestrian centre in the Oak Knoll District AVA.


An expert #CaliforniaWine recommendation courtesy of @DanielLambert29: Grenache Blanc from Lodi's Klinker Brick Winery family winery. Grown in their extraordinary "Under the Sea Vineyard," situated 13ft below sea level, it is a bright expression of the Rhône variety.


In California wine country, some of the power players are true multi-generational wine dynasties. The Wall Street Journal shares a few lessons to learn from intergenerational businesses like @RameyWineCellar and Miller Family Wines.

A world of flavour at National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival 2023! Among exhibitors from across the globe, #CaliforniaWines shone bright on the exhibition floor and in the acclaimed 'A Guide to the Wines of the Golden State’ masterclass by Jimmy Smith of WLWS



"A farmer first, winemaker second.” • @JamieGoode caught up with the pioneer of "new California winemaking” Steve Matthiasson and his wife Jill during their visit to London, tasting a selection of sustainably-produced Matthiassons releases. #CaliforniaWines

From crisp and unoaked to rich and barrel-aged, California Chardonnay comes in many styles. Discover yours with the ultimate quiz from Jackson Family Wines. #CaliforniaWines

"Farming is very much a trade that you pick up as you go, and it is imprinted by the people that you work with." Jamie Goode meets Mikey and Gina Guigni of Scar of the Sea and Lady of the Sunshine to taste their elegant #CaliforniaWines and discuss their approach to viticulture.

Explore California's dazzling diversity, from Monterey to Mendocino! Challenge yourself with our quiz on all things #CaliforniaWine by Wine Spectator, and put your Napa knowledge and Sonoma skill to the test...

Glasgow, are you ready for the ‘Gastro-Glasto’? Foodies Festival is back this weekend, bringing a jam-packed programme that will feature not one, but two #CaliforniaWines masterclasses by Master of Wine Rose Murray Brown MW. Get your ticket here: bit.ly/3OMvQA4




"A wine-lover's paradise" 🍷 10 standout California wines to seek out in 2023, according to WineEnthusiast. Discover top-scoring Chardonnay, Cabernet, Syrah and more – all tasted and rated by the experts. #CaliforniaWines

“From the boutique to the booming” • Nina Caplan tracks the winds of change sweeping through California’s wine landscape, sharing her top picks for Club Oenologique. #CaliforniaWines bit.ly/3scfhV7

"The results are compelling, fresh, drinkable wines, often with quite a bit of complexity. This is benchmark new California." Jamie Goode praises the low-intervention Central Coast wines from muthulakshmi konar, the brainchild of star winemakers, Alex Krause & John Locke #CaliforniaWines


"Santa Barbara now makes some of California’s finest wines." 🍷 Alder Yarrow (Alder Yarrow) reviews nearly 150 Santa Barbara wines and offers an overview of the region for @Jancis_Robinson. #CaliforniaWines

Harvest has begun and Napa Valley's vintners are hard at work! 🍇 Take a glimpse into their world with Cathy Corison of Corison Winery, who demonstrates the art of pruning grapes off their vines. #CaliforniaWines Napa Valley Vintners