Livermore Valley Wine Community

In honor of Black History month, we give a shout out to these influential voices in the wine and spirits world. Phil Long -| Longevity Wines Phil Long, owner and winemaker of Longevity Wines in Livermore, California, proves that love is at the heart of great winemaking. What began as a garage passion project has grown into a boutique, family-owned winery known for high-quality wines. Inspired by the love between Long and his late wife, the brand’s signature heart-shaped logo reflects this deep connection. His Bordeaux-style cabernet sauvignon, with black cherry notes, soft tannins, and hints of vanilla and cocoa, pairs beautifully with beef. As a Certified Minority Business, Longevity is also dedicated to supporting diversity and community growth.

This feels more personal than 'work' related, and I'm hoping that's what makes it a success. My sister Niki Wente and I launched a Podcast in January centered around two things we love: Wine and Books. Meet Wine Sisters Book Club. What makes this fun? We get to spend more time together. What makes this real? It's ours. We are completely and utterly ourselves and we hope that you can feel it. What can you expect? Laughter and funny stories about our personal lives and/or the books we are reading. Teasing and competition- we are blind tasting each other on a wine pairing of our choice for every book. Realness- diving into struggles and challenges we may be facing. We just posted our third episode and I know each time we get together it will only get better and better. If you like books, wine, and fun - check us out. Search "Wine Sisters Book Club" on all major streaming platforms, or click the link below. https://lnkd.in/gFu66ZKr @wentesistersbookclub (Instagram)

Shoutout to one of our wineries, Page Mill Winery, for their 2022 Malbec being featured in VinePair 'The 16 Best Malbecs for 2025' written by Keith Beavers. "This wine offers a slightly floral nose with pops of ripe fruit and earth. The palate is tart with a good core of fruit and natural acidity that lifts the wine on the palate."

Today, our client Livermore Valley Wine Community announced the formation of?The Global Artisan Vintners Alliance, which includes nine founding wine regions from across the globe. The?alliance will allow all partner regions to work together and expand opportunities for their winemakers and wineries as well as enhance tourism to their respective parts of the globe. #wineindustrynews #winebusiness Texas Hill Country Wineries Croatian Premium Wine Imports, Inc. Brandi Lombardi Mirena Bagur https://lnkd.in/gG9upMgu

Today we officially announced the formation of The Global Artisian Vintners Alliance. "The Global AVA was established to create a beneficial and sustainable alliance of partner wine regions across the globe." We believe that working together as an alliance will not only benefit us all, but will create expanded opportunities for winemakers and wineries across all partner regions while enhancing tourism to our respective parts of the globe. Special thanks to our partners: Alameda County Supervisor David Haubert; Texas Hill Country Wineries, Chilecito, Argentina;?Dalmatia, Croatia; Chinon, France;?Alentejo, Portugal;?Vale dos Vinhedos, Brazil;?Badacsony, Hungary?and?Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico.?

SURPRISE! Director Sooraj is back in action after a 3+ year hiatus. This commercial was brewing behind the scenes throughout 2024, and I couldn’t be more grateful to my incredible team for their dedication on this intense 2-day shoot. Born, raised, and still based in Livermore, it’s an honor to put my hometown on the map. It’s wild to see where we start, where we land, and how the journey propels us forward. There’s a divine play at work, and I’m just grateful to be a vessel for that creative energy to flow through.

Meet the Livermore Valley Wine Community. Crafting Everyday Luxury with Quality and Passion. Video credit: Sooraj Saxena x SHVKTI

Wine growing news for the week so far. Some decent action from the big players Treasury & Branco. 1.) CIATTI Company California Report - February 2025 The California grape crush in 2024 was significantly lower than expected, at 2,843,646 tons, influenced by lighter yields, unharvested grapes, and vineyard changes. This represents a 22.8% decrease from 2023, reflecting broader market adjustments in the wine industry. https://lnkd.in/gkJFAJw9 2.) Treasury Wine Estates removes ‘for sale’ sign from lower-end wines as top line climbs in half-year – results data Treasury Wine Estates decided against selling its lower-end wine brands like Blossom Hill and Lindeman’s, citing that the offers received were not compelling enough. https://lnkd.in/g7shKJ8N 3.) ‘I give ourselves ten out of ten for Penfolds’ – Treasury Wine Estates CEO Tim Ford speaks to Global Drinks Intel Treasury Wine Estates' CEO Tim Ford discussed the company's performance, emphasizing strong results for luxury brands, particularly Penfolds, which has seen a successful return to the Chinese market. Despite challenges in the Premium Brands division, Ford remains optimistic about future growth, especially with the integration of Georges Daou's Daou Vineyards. https://drinks-intel.com/ 4.) Livermore Valley Wine Community declares Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc as signature varietals This move is intended to capitalize on the growing popularity of these grapes and to highlight the region's historical significance in wine production since the 19th century. https://lnkd.in/gGyDMRVk 5.) How Mendoza became one of the world’s wine capitals Mendoza, Argentina, has established itself as a significant wine region, akin to Napa Valley or Bordeaux, through pioneering wine tourism and the efforts of trailblazing wineries. The region's wineries have embraced tourism with unique architectural designs and gastronomic experiences, fostering a rich wine culture that attracts global attention. https://lnkd.in/gReEfxZm 6.) ‘Two Buck Chuck’ vintner eyes Santa Rosa brands Bronco Wine Co. has acquired the assets of Wine Hooligans, LLC in Santa Rosa, including popular brands like Portlandia and Cycles Gladiator, through an auction. Their new CEO Dominic Engels is making moves! https://lnkd.in/gcsF7DNh 7.) WineVit speakers: Washington grape volume and acreage continue to right size At the Washington Winegrowers Association’s WineVit conference, it was highlighted that the state's wine grape production is undergoing a correction, with grape volume and vineyard acreage decreasing to match market demand. The state crushed 150,000 tons in 2024, down from the previous year, aligning with trends seen in other wine regions globally. https://www.goodfruit.com/

Thrilled to be featured in the San Francisco Chronicle! We're honored to have our region highlighted by one of the industry's respected voices, Esther Mobley. Read more below. Thank you, Esther, for sharing our story with your readers! ??

Pedego Electric Bikes Livermore has a new home at Concannon Vineyard, nestled in the heart of The Livermore Valley Wine Community. Located next to the Grape Arbor and Tasting Room at Concannon, it's the ideal starting point for your biking adventures on our scenic lanes and trails. Don't forget to book your tasting experience with Concannon Vineyards to wrap up a perfect day exploring with Pedego Electric Bikes. ???? #PedegoElectricBikes #ConcannonVineyard #LivermoreValleyWineCommunity