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George Orwell

by Crystal Basin | Jun 10, 2022 | Cellar Events, Station Events

Look, nobody is happy about it, but George Orwell got it right way back in the 1940’s when he tried to warn us. Those of us of a certain age read it in school and we subsequently noted the passage of the actual year 1984 with more than a bit of smugness that this sickly-looking alarmist had it all wrong.

All we can say is Oops.

Maybe time to get the Audible book fired up and revisit the messages from this visionary. Because of Orwell’s June 25th birthday – we declare that he is the Prophetic Meau-Faux for June.

Our Bagnum wines can be purchased at this special price at our Camino or Folsom location ONLY. (Sorry, no online orders.)

Schedule a tasting, and grab a bagnum (or two), as we celebrate this prophetic Meau-Faux.

Tastings in Camino can be scheduled by clicking HERE.

Tastings in Folsom can be scheduled by clicking HERE.

See you soon!
-The CBC Team

Wine of the Month Mourvèdre

by Crystal Basin | Jun 7, 2022 | Wine of the Month

We’ve always viewed Mourvedre as our “teaching wine”. Quite a few of our customers encounter Mourvedre for the first time while tasting our tasty versions. We want people’s first encounter to be “Do I like it?” versus “Is it like another wine I’m familiar with?” It’s freeing to taste something for the first time and let your own experiences drive your reaction. We think that the velvet smoothness, dark berry element and the hint of white pepper combine to create a great wine experience for anyone who tries it.

Wine of the Month Mourvèdre Tastings

Join us at one of our locations through the links below to join in our Wine of the Month Mourvèdre tastings.

Visit Us In Camino

Visit Us In Folsom

Order Mourvèdre

This winery favorite is a medium-weight wine with a bright mid-pallet and a long finish. Enjoy with a garlicky dish!

Order Mourvèdre Here

Wine of the Month Grenache

by Crystal Basin | May 3, 2022 | Wine of the Month

Ah, Grenache… The raspberry, strawberry flavors of this warm wine speak of springtime on the porch, the first grill session of the season and the anticipation of summer’s pleasures. El Dorado’s warm and dry climate provide perfect conditions to make expressive Grenache flavors ‘spring’ from the glass. Our high-altitude vineyards provide some interesting flavors, especially a stone-fruit element that seems to be unique to the Harter Vineyard in the southernmost corner of El Dorado County’s Fair Play region. CBC in Camino will be pouring vertical tastings of our Grenache Releases on May 14/15 and May 28/29 to celebrate this Great Grape!

Enjoy our Grenache Wine of the Month vertical tastings by reserving your seating time.

Visit Us in Camino, CA

Visit Us in Folsom, CA

Carol Burnett Meau-Faux Celebration

by Crystal Basin | Apr 15, 2022 | Cellar Events, Station Events

Carol Burnett is one of the funniest Meau-Fauxs EVER! She and her merry band of tricksters made a generation laugh out loud – not just once but weekly. The enduring characters that she created and her brand of clean comedy bordering on slapstick set the bar high enough that it is unlikely to be attained again. Her birthday is April 26th and we are fortunate to still have her with us. For her unique and enduring contribution to humor and mirth, Crystal Basin honors her as a True Comedic Meau-Faux!

Wine Down Wednesdays

by Crystal Basin | Apr 8, 2022 | The Road Show

Wine Down Wednesdays events return on April 11, 2022 and continues through May 18, 2022. In partnership with the Friends of the Roseville Public and local vintners, come taste a variety of wines each week from different varietals including the highly floral Viognier to dark-berried Tempranillo and lush Barbera. Other award-winning wines include smoky and spiced Syrahs, Petite Sirah and adventurous blends. Cabernet Franc and flavor-intense Zinfandel and dessert wine offerings provide plentiful options for every taste and occasion. If wine isn’t quite enough to change your Wednesday plans, we are throwing live music into the mix too. Come down and take in the Town Square, listen to great tunes, taste local wines and be sure to bring your friends. $10 entrance fee good for five, 1oz tasting tickets. Bring the 2022 seasonal souvenir glass back to each event for an additional 1oz tasting. 5oz pour of wine also available for $5.

Enjoy Crystal Basin Cellars wines

We will have Crystal Basin Cellars team members pouring wine on April 20, 2022 and May 11, 2022. Please come join us! We’d love to say, “Hi!”

Season Pass & Cabana Rental

$50 season pass includes entrance into all 6 weeks and a souvenir wine glass. $30 cabana rentals, per evening-does not include entry fee. Cabanas seat 6 people.