May’s Meau-Faux Orson Welles Orson Welles was not just the ‘wine before its time’ guy. He was the guy who pioneered Fake News by scaring the bejezus out of Americans by announcing an alien invasion over the radio in 1938. Spoiler alert – it didn’t happen… Late in his career, he became well known as […]
Jacques Cousteau, undersea explorer, writer, filmmaker Born June 11, 1910, Jacques Cousteau was a visionary underwater Meau-Faux in the true tradition of the genre. The dude who actually invented breathing underwater no less! Spy, war hero, commando and cinematic pioneer, Cousteau perhaps did more to change the framework of human perception excepting perhaps the Wright […]
“Case-ing” Day – Lockeford Sausage BBQ - Rain, Snow or Shine! Enjoy some fresh air at our annual Case-ing Day Feast-ival! We’re bringing you another uniquely Crystal Basin food and […]
Trapped On The Barrel Room ~ Ascendance Barrel Room Blending Party ~ Get Tix! The wines of the month are Ascendance Wines! 2022 Victorie Rhone Blend – Grenache, Syrah and […]
Trapped On The Tracks ~ Ascendance Blending Party ~ Get Tix! The wines of the month are Ascendance Wines! 2022 Victorie Rhone Blend – Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre! Sample seriously […]
Crystal Basin Cellars has its roots in amateur cooperative winemaking. Beginning under the house in 1981, CBC created a long string of vintages that captured fun times with friends. Steadily growing from 3 barrels to 25 under the house, CBC outgrew its space and was formed as a commercial winemaking operation in 2000. Since then, […]
Attendees will hear from industry leaders on timely topics, including social media strategies and changes, AI for small businesses, public relations, and free resources for small businesses. Discover how Visit California is inspiring visitation to the Gold Country region and to the state of California. Get valuable insights into the El Dorado County Visitor. Registration […]
Crab & Cab! RSVP - This one always sells out quick! The annual Crab and Cabernet fest at Crystal Basin Cellars has returned! Part of our annual Winter Seafood Series, […]
Wine & Chocolate Affair ~ Carson Road Wineries Stroll through the Carson Road Wineries to taste your way through a maze of wines and sweets. Grab your lover and stop […]
Trapped On The Barrel Room ~ Red Cap For Lovers ~ Paired Tasting ~ Get Tix! Not into sweets but into exploring the divine? It’s your divine right to drink […]
The San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Public Tasting will be at Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center, San Francisco, February 17, 2024, 1:30-4:30 PM. All gold and above winning wines will be recognized in the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Awards Special Section Publication. Act fast to obtain $80 Advance tickets through midnight (12:00 a.m.) February […]
March 2, 2024 11:00 am til The Last Oyster Camino, CA Tickets are $25.00 each ~ Includes 10 Oysters and a glass of Crystal Basin Cellars wines, Fiano or Renegade Red Purchase 10 Additional Oysters for $15.00. Maximum add-on is 40 Oysters. Purchase Tickets Ahh – Oysters. Fresh Oysters tasting faintly of the sea. Slurped […]