MENDOCINO COUNTY PUMPS UP THE VOLUME

Mendocino County grape growers and vintners voted in favor of the Mendocino Winegrape & Wine Commission by approximately 85% following a 30-day industry referendum. As the only California Agricultural Commission that includes grape growers and vintners, both groups will be charged $10 per ton for grapes sold and/or processed. The funds will target promotion and marketing along with viticultural and enological research. John Enquist, executive director of the Mendocino Winegrowers Alliance, believes this new dedication to endorsement will help Mendocino county wines and grapes “compete at a much higher level.”