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unprocessed syrah grapes from above with a bottle of 2020 Occasio Syrah
Occasio News

93 Points from Wine Enthusiast

Our 2020 Shake Ridge Ranch Syrah earned an impressive 93 points from Wine Enthusiast!
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an old vine growing in a rocky soil struggling for survival
Livermore Valley

More Than a Place: Why Provenance Still Matters

Why place is more than geography—it’s the soul of our wines
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Livermore Valley

The 2024 Harvest: A Tale of Quality over Quantity

Though Livermore Valley’s grape yields fell 40%, the 2024 harvest delivered exceptional quality wines.
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Late summer photo of Del Arroyo Vineyard looking north toward the Diablo Range
Livermore Valley

Cabernet Franc: Livermore’s Elegant Signature Varietal

Exploring the unique character of Cabernet Franc in our coastal vineyards
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