Lodi Wine

08/27/2026

$20 tastings. Ancient, 100+ year-old vines. Wines crafted by generational family farmers and winemakers, poured in tasting rooms you can walk into without a reservation.

Writer and WSET-certified wine traveler Alicia Tenise visited Lodi and came away with a full guide to the region, from where to taste to where to eat and stay.

"I still can't believe more people aren't talking about this wine region."

Neither can we. Come see for yourself.

Read the full guide: https://www.aliciatenise.com/lodi-wine-region-guide/

07/06/2026

Six wines. Six courses. One evening celebrating the diversity of Lodi Wine. 🍷

Join Appellation Lodi and Americana House for Vintner’s Table – a special dinner featuring wines from multiple Lodi producers, paired with a seasonal six-course menu.

Paul Marsh, CS, from the Lodi Wine Visitor Center will guide guests through the evening, sharing insights into the region, wines, and stories behind each pour.

📍 Americana House
🗓️ July 15 | 5:30PM
🎟️ $130 per person – reserve your seat through the link below

Come discover the many sides of Lodi Wine. 🍇🍷

https://www.americanahouselodi.com/event/lodi-wines-vintners-table/

07/04/2026

Some stories take a lifetime to come full circle.

Larry Mettler’s journey has taken him from serving as a tank commander in Vietnam to returning home and building a life in Lodi rooted in family and winegrowing.

Today, Larry continues that work in the vineyards he knows so well, carrying forward a deep connection to place and purpose.

His story reflects something broader about Lodi itself, where generations of growers have shaped a community defined by resilience, service, and a deep connection to the land.

As we reflect this Independence Day, Larry leaves us with a simple but powerful thought: use what you’re given to make your life, your family’s lives, and your country better.

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Take a moment to hear his story.

Video produced by Robert Calzada, Still Life Co., Mettler Family Vineyards.

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06/04/2026

🏆 Lodi's award-winning wine story keeps growing.

At this year's California State Fair Wine Competition, Lodi wineries earned an impressive 192 medals, including six Best of California winners.

In our latest blog, we're highlighting those six standout wines and the wineries behind them. Whether you're planning your next tasting trip or simply looking for your next great bottle, these wines deserve a spot on your radar.

You'll also find a link to the complete list of all medal-winning Lodi wines.

Read more: https://www.lodiwine.com/blog/Best-of-California--Poured-in-Lodi

04/27/2026

Poppy & Yarrow are back! 🦉 Our resident barn owl pair has returned to nest in the demonstration vineyard at the Lodi Wine Visitor Center.

Barn owls play an important role in vineyard ecosystems by helping to manage rodent populations naturally. Just one example of how thoughtful farming and nature thrive together in Lodi wine country.

And this season won’t last long. Nesting activity typically wraps up by late spring/early summer as the young chicks prepare to fledge and leave the nest.

🦉 Want a closer look? You can now peek inside the nest live via we**am, provided by Lauren M. Jackson, M.Sc. candidate at Cal Poly Humboldt.

🍷 Visiting Lodi soon? Be sure to stop by the Lodi Wine Visitor Center in the coming weeks to explore the vineyard while Poppy, Yarrow, and their chicks are still at home.



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04/22/2026

Ever noticed a small green seal on the back of a Lodi wine bottle that reads “Certified Green?”

That seal means the wine was made from grapes grown under LODI RULES, America’s original third-party certified sustainable winegrowing program.

Ahead of its time, LODI RULES grew out of a grassroots grower-led effort that began in 1992 and became a formal certification in 2005, built on over 150 farming standards covering ecosystem, water, soil, pest, and business management, plus human resources.

More than 25 Lodi tasting rooms pour wines made from LODI RULES certified grapes, spanning over 50 grape varieties. The Lodi Wine Visitor Center carries a curated selection too.

This Earth Day, learn more about how to sip sustainably and where to find wines bearing the LODI RULES seal locally. https://www.lodiwine.com/blog/Sip-Sustainably-in-Lodi--Where-to-Taste-LODI-RULES-Wines

04/13/2026

Earlier this year, the Wine Institute gave California vintners a talking point to defend American wine against tariff pressure: wine is uniquely tied to its place of origin. Wines from one part of the world are not interchangeable with wines from another.

That principle is correct. Which is why Wine Institute's opposition to AB 1585 is worth examining closely.

AB 1585 would require that wine sold in California under an "American" label come from 100% American-grown grapes. Wine Institute opposes it — arguing the current rule, which allows up to 25% foreign wine in an "American" labeled bottle, provides necessary flexibility.

But the data tells a different story. Over the past two decades, a consistent pattern has emerged: when California grape prices rise, bulk wine imports surge — suppressing demand and pushing prices back down.

In 2025 alone, bulk wine imports increased 19%, adding roughly 45 million gallons into the U.S. market. At the same time, hundreds of thousands of tons of California fruit went unharvested.

Those two realities unfolding in parallel are not a coincidence.
Lodi Winegrape Commission Executive Director Stuart Spencer breaks down the arguments being made against AB 1585 — and why they don't hold up.

The bill goes to committee this month.
Read the full article article here: https://lodigrowers.com/wine-institute-opposes-truth-in-labeling-bill/

04/10/2026

Join Lodi winemakers on Saturday, May 2, as they team up with incredible local chefs, growers, and artisans for American Fare — an inaugural celebration of everything made, grown, and crafted right here in our region.

Ten chef-winemaker-grower pairings. Ten artisan makers. One afternoon at Appellation Lodi – Wine & Roses Resort & Spa that puts Lodi’s food and wine scene on full display.

And because there’s always more to discover — additional Lodi vintners will be pouring at the Lodi Wine Visitor Center during the event, so there’s even more to explore between bites.

🎟️This one’s going to set the bar. Get tickets now: https://www.american-fare.com/

04/03/2026

The question on the table in Sacramento right now: should wine labeled "American" be made from American grapes?

Our friends at California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) think the answer is yes — and so do we.

Here's something most wine drinkers don't know: a bottle labeled "American" can legally contain up to 25% foreign wine.

California AB 1585 would change that — requiring the label to mean what it says.

🍇 California farmers are suffering. Grapes are going unharvested, contracts canceled, vineyards removed.

📦 At the same time, foreign bulk wine is entering the U.S. and being labeled "American."

🏷️ AB 1585 closes that gap.

Not everyone in the industry agrees. And that's exactly why growers, vintners, and supporters need to speak up now — before this bill goes to committee.

Read CAWG's full case for AB 1585: https://cawg.substack.com/p/whos-afraid-of-100-american-wine

🗳️ POLL: Should wine labeled "American" require 100% American grapes?

👍 Yes — labels should mean what they say
👎 No — flexibility is important
🤷 Not sure yet

Comment your choice below 👇

03/30/2026

Ready to learn something new? Want to spend an afternoon fully immersed in Lodi wine country? These are the experiences to plan for. 🍷

🍾 Acquiesce: elevated tasting experience paired with chef-crafted bites

🫒 Calivines: sommelier-designed wine & olive oil pairing

🌿 Harney Lane: Grape to Glass estate tour

🧪 Jeremy Wine Co: blend & bottle your own ZinLab creation

🏡 Oak Farm Vineyards: Historical Legacy Tour of the 160-year-old estate

Check out our blog for details and reservation info. https://www.lodiwine.com/blog/When-Planning-Ahead-Pays-Off--Lodi-s-Must-Book-Wine-Experiences