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Harvest Season: First Pick To Last

Wed, September 9, 2026 (4:00 PM - 7:00 PM)

Cost: $17

Harvest Season: First Pick to Last

Why some grapes ripen early and others make us wait

Early-ripening → mid-season → late-ripening → late-harvest/dessert

Lesson: ripening, Brix, acidity, climate and harvest decisions

2023 Sonoma-Cutrer 'The Cutrer' Russian River CA $35.99 / $32.39

100% Chardonnay. The Russian River Ranches Chardonnay is a cuvée crafted from distinct vineyard lots in the Sonoma Coast appellation, each contributing unique characteristics to the wine. Rich and fruit-forward, it features notes of Bosc pear and Honeycrisp apple, balanced by crisp acidity and subtle barrel spice.

2022 Outerbound Pinot Noir Russian River $35.99 / $32.39

100% Pinot Noir. Balanced, natural acidity and richness on the palate. This Pinot opens with layered aromas of ripe black cherry, pomegranate and blackberry fruits. The sleek tannic finish is carried through by flavors of vanilla bean and herbs.

 

2021 Whitehall Lane Merlot Napa CA $34.99 / $31.49

Blend: 82% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Malbec, 2% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc. This Merlot is bursting with notes of strawberry rhubarb pie, red plums, mixed berries, milk chocolate and layers of licorice. The palate showcases fine, juicy tannins alongside wild strawberries, raspberry liqueur, chocolate covered cherries, brioche and toasted walnuts. It is supple in texture and shows attractive depth on the finish.

2022 Michael David Cabernet Sauvignon Lodi CA $25.99 / $23.39

100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Sustainably produced from Phillips family vineyards, our 2022 Michael David Cabernet Sauvignon presents alluring aromas of raspberry, blackberry pie filling and Mission fig on the nose. On the palate, full bodied flavors of black cherry, brown sugar and mocha are carried through by a lasting oak finish with lingering raspberry notes.

$17 / $12 Members

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