Greetings, fellow history enthusiasts! Uncork the Past! Join us for a unique historical tasting fundraiser event: Pioneer Vintners of the Sierra Foothills - The Origins of El Dorado County Wine! ��
Saturday, June 21
12:00 – 4:00 PM
Skinner Vineyards – 3790 Green Valley Rd, Rescue, CA
Step back in time and explore the fascinating beginnings of El Dorado County's wine industry from roughly 1849-1870! Learn about early grape varietals, vineyard locations, and the pioneers who shaped our region's wine legacy.
Your ticket includes:
- Engaging historical presentation with local historians and descendants of pioneer winemakers.
- Curated wine tastings from Skinner Vineyards.
- Delicious gourmet charcuterie pairings.
- Exclusive shuttle tour to rarely-accessible historic winery sites, including:
* The original Skinner family wine cellar and vineyard.
* The historic Zentgraf winery and rammed-earth home (now on the National Register of Historic Places!).
* The Zentgraf Pioneer Cemetery with insightful interpretation by Mike Roberts of Save the Graves El Dorado.
Tickets:
$125 General Admission
$100 for El Dorado County Historical Society (EDCHS) Members (Members, check your email from
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Purchase your tickets online at www.EDCHS.org or call (530) 626-0773.
Please note: The shuttle tour involves walking on uneven terrain. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and comfortable picnic attire. Bring a hat, sunscreen, and water. Parking is available at Skinner Ranch.
Featured Speakers:
- Jill Kearney, President of El Dorado County Historical Society
- Mike Skinner, winemaker and direct descendant of James Skinner
- Rodi Lee, El Dorado County historian, author, & retired State Parks interpretive specialist (Rodi will be joined by a Zentgraf family descendant, as well as by Dr. Robert Cartier, celebrated California archaeologist & owner of the historical Zentgraf estate)
- Mike Roberts, President of Save the Graves El Dorado
Rediscover the pioneers. Raise a toast to history!
We look forward to celebrating El Dorado County’s storied wine heritage together!
We can't wait to see you in the vineyard!
All net proceeds support the Fountain & Tallman Museum and the vital cemetery preservation efforts of Save the Graves El Dorado.
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