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Shannon Family of Wines Introduces Project Ovis

Lower Lake, CA (September 20, 2021) – Shannon Family of Wines’ Project Ovis, is the transformation of their 1,000-acre Lake County mountain vineyard estate into a completely sustainable, regenerative organic farming system.  It is the reimagining of viticulture and winemaking to address the effects of climate change.  

Shannon Family of Wines’ efforts are both holistic and dynamic, combining carbon sequestering practices with permaculture initiatives and energy efficiency applications. Shannon Family of Wines is pioneering change and setting industry standards in an ongoing effort to improve the way we treat the planet and its swiftly dwindling resources. 

Clay Shannon, CEO and Owner, states “Our commitment is to an earth-first approach to farming and wine making. Our operations are 100% Certified Sustainable, and by the end of harvest 2021 we will be one of the largest Certified Organic mountain-grown vineyards in the United States.”

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About Shannon Family of Wines

The Shannon family is committed to preserving their land, not only for the great vineyard sites but also for the bear, elk, mountain lions, eagles and other creatures which live there. Of their approximately 2,500 acres, only about 45% have been converted to vineyards. The balance of the land has been preserved for the wildlife which wanders through the property from the expansive wilderness areas adjoining the ranches. The vineyards were carefully planned out, leaving corridors open to migrating animals, protecting sensitive nesting areas.

The Shannon Family of Wines portfolio includes 13 Rams, Buck Shack, Clay Shannon, Giannecchini, High Valley, Mother Vine, Ovis, Shannon Ridge, Steele Wines, and Urgency. 

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Green Medal Environment Award

Shannon Family of Wines is the recipient of the 7th Annual Green Medal Environment Award for 2021, given to the vineyard or winery that best demonstrates environmental stewardship through maximized environmental benefits from implementing sustainable practices.

Through initiatives such as “Project Ovis,” the family is implementing a completely sustainable, regenerative organic farming system, utilizing livestock like sheep, chickens and cattle in their vineyards and non-crop areas. The sheep have reduced the need to mow by 500% and the use of gas-powered weed eaters has been nearly eliminated.

Shannon Family of Wines strives to bring balance to its farming system through the promotion of beneficial worms and insects and the creation of natural crop protection materials from compost to soil teas. The company is committed to data collection and analysis, that shares both its successes and failures with the greater wine industry.

As one of the largest employers in Lake County, Shannon Family of Wines contributes to a local homeless shelter, an annual wine auction for local charities and scholarship fund for local students; participates in local farmers markets; and educates community members on their sustainable farming practices.

Currently certifications include Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing, Fish Friendly Farming and LODI RULES, Shannon Family of Wines will be one of the largest certified organic, mountain-grown vineyards in the United States by the end of harvest 2021.

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# 139 🇺🇸
2023.05.19.
@ EMMÉ WINE BAR

"Clay Shannon"
SHANNON FAMILY OF WINES
America, California, North Coast, Lake County
2019
Pinot Noir 100%
Red Wine
Alc. 14.1%
Imported by HOTEI WINES

Burgundyの時には何回か行かせて頂きましたが、EMMÉさんになって初めて伺わせて頂きました
アシェットデセールで最近はファンが増えているとのこと…
覗くといつも混んでるので、気になっていました!
グラスワインは赤白それぞれ3種類ずつあり、頂いたのはこちらのカリピノ
お店の方から、いかがですか?って聞かれたんですが、何か物足りないんですよね(何となくごまかしたけど…)
恐らくフレンチオークでBourgogneっぽく造ろうとしているのは伝わってくるんだけど、ちょっと焦点がぼやけているというか、果実味とか厚みがない感じ
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California has released a sustainable pest management roadmap that aims to eliminate high-risk pesticides by 2050. In response, winemakers are adopting regenerative agriculture practices, such as integrating sheep into vineyards to control weeds and promote soil fertility. The shift towards environmentally conscious farming is also driving winemakers to embrace the Slow Wine movement, taking time to care for the land and make high-quality wine.

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The Annual Wine Auction is not only a dazzling night of fun, it is the Lake County Wine Alliance's fundraising event for Lake County Schools & Nonprofits. People's Services Inc. is a 2023 beneficiary that has been providing needed care, support, and dignity to members of our Lake County Community since 1981.

You can still donate to this years beneficiaries (LINK IN BIO) https://lakecountywinealliance.maxgiving.bid/donations
The more we raise the more we can give ❤️🌟

People's Services:
Making The Differences that Matter Most
The Mission of People Services, Inc. is to serve the local community, providing the delivery of quality services for People with Disabilities.

An array of services are operated by People Services, Inc. These services are designed to meet the various needs, wants, and desires as expressed by those we serve. We are consistently reviewing, enhancing, and changing our services as our service population expands. We are prepared with positive support strategies to meet any challenges that may arise.

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August 18th is National Pinot Noir Day. The official celebrations are usually unofficial so we recommend uncorking of ShannonFamilyofWines Clay Shannon Pinot Noir. Check with your Sales Rep to get some for yourself or follow the link in our bio. 🍷

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Wow, What an amazing night at the 22nd Annual Wine Auction! Beautiful guests, delicious food, spectacular wines, and fabulous auction items, everything was fantastic!🌟
Thank you to everyone who made it a magical night❤️
You can still help make this night more magical by furthering our donation funds for this year's 41 beneficiaries.
You can donate directly (LINKS IN BIO) via the Wine Alliance website www.winealliance.org
or in the Virtual Raise the Paddle https://lakecountywinealliance.maxgiving.bid/donations.

Your contributions go a long way to help our beneficiaries achieve their goals to support and improve our Lake County Community😊

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The FREE Online Silent Auction Bidding is NOW OPEN!!! Bid from anywhere in the world, it's all online and your winning items will be shipped to your door.
Register here for FREE: (LINK IN BIO) https://lakecountywinealliance.maxgiving.bid/
Once registered, you can begin to bid on your favorite items and help raise funds for Lake County schools, and nonprofits!

You can then start bidding RIGHT NOW on the amazing items up for grabs!🌟

Silent Auction will close at 8:30 PM Saturday, September 16th.

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Crushing Sauvignon Blanc from the Betsy Vineyard for The Clay Shannon wine program. This is Clays 40th harvest!!! #grapecrush #sauvignonblanc #lakecountywine #shannonfamilyofwines ...

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Today, environmental consciousness touches nearly all aspects of life and the world of wine is no different. Shannon Family of Wines, located in picturesque Lake County, California, is an industry trailblazer when it comes to practicing sustainable winemaking.

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The Live Auction has begun, 30 minutes left to bid in the Online Silent Auction!!
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Online Silent Auction Bidding is NOW OPEN!!!
Register here for FREE: https://lakecountywinealliance.maxgiving.bid/
Once registered, you can begin to bid on your favorite items and help raise funds for Lake County schools, and nonprofits!

You can then start bidding on the amazing items up for grabs.

Silent Auction will close at 8:30 PM Saturday, September 16th.

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Amazing views from Lake County Ca. So great to finally visit where many of our wines on the shelf come from! #LakeCountyWines #shannonfamilyofwines #Barre131 #OgulinHouse #2004SteelePinot #NorthNapa ...

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Thank you everyone who made the 22nd Annual Wine Auction a success!🌟
Thank you, Lyndee Steely at Lake County Signs & Banners for printing the pictures and descriptions of the online auction packages.

Thank you to Amber Sheridan, Faith Hornby - Adventist Health, Kamlin Fasano - Sutter Lakeside Hospital, and Megan Andrus - Andrus Agency for auction set up on Saturday.

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