by Crystal Basin | Dec 19, 2023
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 a (paid) California wine advocate on early TV ads. Welles was famous for almost creating many cinematic masterpieces. But the style of the time was to let the studio that owned the films do the editing and much of his best work was left uncompleted or hacked. Nonetheless, Citizen Kane is viewed as one of the best films of all time. Welles was also a magician, a theater actor and spent much of his professional life in Europe. His imposing presence and deep baritone voice made him a frequent guest on TV shows in the 70’s. We think that Welles’ wine quotes are best summed up with this gem: ‘The best way to learn about wine is to drink it.”
by Crystal Basin | Dec 19, 2023
March 11, 2023
11:30 am – 2:30 pm
Camino, CA
Ahh – Oysters. Fresh Oysters tasting faintly of the sea. Slurped raw or bbq’d with garlic butter.
And Wine. Lovely fresh and enjoy a brisk afternoon in the Foothills.
And then, the combination of the two. Yeah now!
We call this yearly seafood feast our Oysterfest and we’ve hosted it for over 13 years now.
It’s a springtime chance to gather, enjoy some of the freshest oysters, sip a newly introduced white wine and tap your foot to some bluegrass music. Who’s in?
This event has been a bit nutty in the past. It makes it fun – but….
This year, we are asking for folks to pre-purchase their oysters. It helps us plan and helps us keep the cost of the oysters down for our customers.
Tickets are $25.00 each Includes 10 oysters and a glass of Crystal Basin Cellars wine.
Want more than 10 oysters? Ok, then. Add 10 more oysters for $15.00, up to 4 times!
But that’s the limit. Sorry, we have to cut you off at a maximum of 50 oysters total per order.
You don’t have to pre-order, but oysters at the event will be $2.00 each – with a minimum of ten. Oysters purchased ahead of time are 33% cheaper!
This is our winery’s birthday celebration as well, so expect some razzle-dazzle to go with your day!
Cheers to All!
by Crystal Basin | Dec 19, 2023
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, the CRAB & CAB FEED is quite possibly our most anticipated event of the year! Come have fun with the Crystal Basin Cellars Fam while feasting on a delicious 3 course family-style crab dinner and savoring some of our best cabernet sauvignon. Tickets ~ $80 *Bottle of cab included for each club member with a ticket Please RSVP by calling 530-647-1767 Hurry! This event always sells out quickly! *Candle butter warmers are NOT allowed* *please request in advance if you would like to be seated next to any particular group SHOW UP HUNGRY! Get excited: No discussion about wines made from red grapes is complete without homage to Cabernet Sauvignon. The most-planted grape in the world, Cabernet Sauvignon has proponents of its rich and tannic flavor profile in most, if not all, of the grape growing regions of the world. Hailing from the Bordeaux region of western France, the best versions of wines made from this grape can reach a graceful age and awe you with their cost. Best found on your dinner table or on the menu of your favorite restaurant, Cabernet Sauvignon compliments fine foods and a healthy diet. With small berries and low vineyard yield, Cabernet Sauvignon creates multi-layered wines that can be enjoyed during winter months and warming dinners in cozy living rooms. Crystal Basin has used the same vineyard sources for our Cabernet Sauvignon for over 20 years. Enjoy with those you love! Wine Club Members will receive a free bottle of our Cabernet Sauvignon with their ticket purchase. Not a Wine Club Member? Learn more about our Wine Club.
by Crystal Basin | Dec 19, 2023
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, the CRAB & CAB FEED is quite possibly our most anticipated event of the year!
Come have fun with the Crystal Basin Cellars Fam while feasting on a delicious 3 course family-style crab dinner and savoring some of our best cabernet sauvignon.
Tickets ~ $80
*Bottle of cab included for each club member with a ticket
Please RSVP by calling 530-647-1767
Hurry! This event always sells out quickly!
*Candle butter warmers are NOT allowed*
*please request in advance if you would like to be seated next to any particular group
SHOW UP HUNGRY!
Get excited:
No discussion about wines made from red grapes is complete without homage to Cabernet Sauvignon. The most-planted grape in the world, Cabernet Sauvignon has proponents of its rich and tannic flavor profile in most, if not all, of the grape growing regions of the world. Hailing from the Bordeaux region of western France, the best versions of wines made from this grape can reach a graceful age and awe you with their cost. Best found on your dinner table or on the menu of your favorite restaurant, Cabernet Sauvignon compliments fine foods and a healthy diet.
With small berries and low vineyard yield, Cabernet Sauvignon creates multi-layered wines that can be enjoyed during winter months and warming dinners in cozy living rooms. Crystal Basin has used the same vineyard sources for our Cabernet Sauvignon for over 20 years. Enjoy with those you love!
Wine Club Members will receive a free bottle of our Cabernet Sauvignon with their ticket purchase. Not a Wine Club Member? Learn more about our Wine Club.
by Crystal Basin | Dec 19, 2023
“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 wine event at the Cellars in Camino. We’ll be featuring wine and bubbly case specials all day! While grilling up some Sausage Bites with a Variety of Gourmet Mustards!
Club Members always taste for FREE!! “Not Yet Members” taste for just $15!
Special Casing Day Discounts on CBC Wines!