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Upcoming Events
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Look for future emails regarding our 2015 educational seminar schedule!
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AVA Petition Update
As announced in last month's Newsletter, the PGWA has submitted a petition to the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade bureau (TTB) for recognition as an American Viticultural Area (AVA). We are pleased to announce that on March 4, 2015 our petition was deemed "complete" by the TTB and is now moving forward through the detailed review and evaluation process.
The next steps in the petition process are expected to be:
- TTB detailed analysis
- Proposed rulemaking
- Public comment
- Final rulemaking
The duration of the petition review process depends on many factors, and can take as little as a year to complete or as long as several years. The PGWA website AVA page will be updated throughout the process as more information becomes available. The page currently has a downloadable map of the proposed AVA boundaries.
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Member News
Trombetta Family Wines
 Erica Stancliff has been promoted to Winemaker for Trombetta Family Wines. Erica is the daughter of Rickey Trombetta and Roger Stancliff, proprietors. She graduated in 2010 from Fresno State University with her degree in enology. After graduation she worked in Mendoza, Argentina at Vina Cobos, then at Rudd. She was the enologist at Enartis Vinquiry for two years and recently worked at CrossBarn Winery in Sebastopol.
Trombetta's 2012 Gap's Crown Pinot Noir was recently included on the list of top-scoring wines in a Wine Enthusiast article titled "America's Best Pinot Noirs." http://www.winemag.com/Web-2013/Americas-Best-Pinot-Noirs/
Guarachi Family Wines
 Guarachi Family Wines 2013 Sun Chase Pinot Noir received 94 points from Wine Enthusiast! This is Guarachi's first vintage of single vineyard Sun Chase Pinot.
"The producer has chosen to highlight the Petaluma Gap region within the larger Sonoma Coast appellation on this wine, a nod to its recent purchase of the well-regarded Sun Chase Vineyard as well as an endorsement of the Gap becoming an appellation of its own one day. This Pinot might help matters, a beautifully floral mix of rose petal and violet on the nose followed intricately by juicy, subtle red fruit and buoyant acidity." http://buyingguide.winemag.com/catalog/guarachi-family-2013-sun-chase-vineyard-petaluma-gap-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast
Ramey Wine Cellars
Ramey Wine Cellars is delighted to announce the release of their 
This cool climate wine is reminiscent of Syrahs from the Rhone regions of Hermitage and Cornas - perfect companions to cassoulets, stews, and roasts and as pleasurable to smell as to sip. Robert M. Parker Jr. said it "displays terrific aromas of spring flowers, crème de cassis, blackberries, coffee and incense (96-98pts)."
Antonio Galloni wrote that the "2012 Syrah Rodgers Creek Vineyard fruit is red-toned and quite pretty, with floral and spice overtones that add lift (94+pts)."
To learn more about their wine, please visit www.RameyWine.com.
WineMaps
 WineMaps has new search features! Not only can you securely search via location, you can now get map views when searching by name. Just enter in your winery name to see the results. Want a better page? No problem! Just let them know what you would like to modify via e-mail or through their web form. Additionally, their new partner integration allows them to expand your branded page outside of WineMaps reaching millions through affiliated networks such as SuperPages, Yelp!, FB, Foursquare and 60+ other local directories. Ask for a free report or try running your own at www.winemaps.com/scan.
McEvoy Ranch
 McEvoy Ranch is pleased to announce two new wine tasting experiences: AT OUR TABLE Enjoy a guided tasting of the ranch's award winning extra virgin olive oil, accompanied by small bites and a flight of current wine releases, while taking in the breathtaking natural beauty of the ranch. $30 per person, by appointment only Complimentary for Wine Club members, up to a party of four. 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, Wednesday - Saturday
THE WALKABOUT For an in-depth experience at the ranch, enjoy a private walking tour featuring an olive oil tasting savored with small bites and tastes of the ranch's estate wines, while exploring their orchards, vineyards, olive mill, gardens and some of their architecturally captivating structures such as their Glass House and stunning Chinese pavilion. $95 per person - 4 person minimum, by appointment only $50 per person for Wine Club members and their guests up to a party of eight. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Wednesday - Saturday
To schedule an appointment for AT OUR TABLE or THE WALKABOUT, please call 707-769-4100 or email jan@mcevoyranch.com. For details, please visit mcevoyranch.com.
Sojourn Cellars
 Sojourn Cellars is taking their 96 point rated Petaluma Gap wines on the road this month with appearances in San Diego, Dallas, and Sandestin Florida. If you happen to live in these areas, please be sure to stop by and say hello!
WALT Wines
 WALT Wines recently announced that they have entered into a long-term lease with Clos Pepe Vineyard in Lompoc, CA. "We have been producing Pinot Noir from the Clos Pepe Vineyard for the past five vintages," says WALT President Mike Reynolds. "The wines demonstrate a unique combination of elegance and concentration and we are thrilled to have a deeper connection with this vineyard for years to come."
 Keller Estate Keller Estate has the following events scheduled for April:
- Pebble Beach Food & Wine Sat, Apr 11 2015 - Sun, Apr 12, 2015
Venue: Various locations in Pebble Beach, CA
Contact: Pebble Beach Food & Wine 1-866-907-3663
Join Ana at one of the year's top food and wine events!
- Bubblyfest in San Francisco
Sun, Apr 12, 2015 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Venue: Firehouse No. 8 at 1640 Pacific Avenue, San Francisco. Join us in San Francisco at historic Firehouse No. 8! We will be pouring our Brut, alongside other wonderful sparkling wine producers.
- Barrel Tasting With Winemaker, Alex Holman
Sat, Apr 18, 2015 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Venue: Here at the winery
Contact: Sue Straight 707-765-2117, sue@kellerestate.com. Come join us for a preview of good things to come! Our Winemaker, Alex Holman will be on hand to pour and discuss barrel samples and all things Keller Estate. We will feature local artisan cheese and charcuterie to pair with the wines. This fun, informative, delicious event is by reservation only. Tickets are $45 per person and limited to a total of 15 people. Call or email Sue to reserve your space today!
Brooks Note Winery
Brooks Note Winery is kicking off their Spring Release on April 3rd with the availability of their 2013 Marin Pinot and 2014 Rose of Pinot Noir. The Marin County Pinot is 100% Petaluma Gap fruit, from Chileno Valley Vineyard and Azaya Ranch. The Rose is 60% Petaluma Gap grapes from those same two vineyards, and 40% from Weir Vineyard in the Yorkville Highlands. You can email garry@brooksnotewinery.com to join the email list or purchase the wines after April 3 at http://www.brooksnotewinery.com/.
There will be a tasting of Brooks Note Wines at the Three Birds Wine Bar in Corte Madera on April 25th: 
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