DARK TASTING ROOM WITH BARRELS IN BACKGROUND AND OCCASIO PINOT NOIR ON A WOODEN BENCH WITH A MAN AND WOMAN TASTING

Why Winery Tastings Used to Be Free — and What Changed

From the old California cellar door to today’s paid experiences, winery tasting has changed—but membership can preserve its original spirit of welcome.

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Gewürztraminer juice showing mild natural browning as it collects in the press pan at Occasio Winery.

Why Brown Juice Can Make a Brighter Wine

A little natural browning during pressing helps create a stable, aromatic white wine.

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Vintage collage with a sidewinder pocket watch, steam locomotive, Cresta Blanca medals, and historic winemaking scene representing Livermore Valley wine history.

Occasio: Wine, Place & Community

A pocket watch, a railroad, and a valley shaped by wine, craft, and community

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Occasio Pinot Noir overlooking the vineyard where it was grown, reflecting the connection between wine, place, and shared experiences.

Wine Without Rules: Why Great Wine Should Be More Welcoming

Why we believe great wine should be more welcoming

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ICY PITCHER OF RED SANGRIA IN A POOLSIDE SETTING

Sangria’s Timeless Allure: From Ancient Roots to Modern Madness

Sangria – a timeless beverage

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a rendering of an ancient cave with amphorae through modern pickling jars

Fermentation – An Ancient Art, A Living Legacy

How fermentation has shaped civilization—from ancient fish to modern wine

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an old vine growing in a rocky soil struggling for survival

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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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

Cabernet Franc: Livermore’s Elegant Signature Varietal

Exploring the unique character of Cabernet Franc in our coastal vineyards

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winemaker in a vineyard

Regenerative Agriculture: What It Means for the Future of Farming

What is regenerative agriculture and how will it impact farming, sustainability, and the wine industry?

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