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The PG&E Corporation Foundation Helps Combat Food Insecurity in Northern and Central California with Contributions to Local Meal Distribution Organizations

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Friday, September 1, 2023
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OAKLAND, Calif., Sept. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The PG&E Corporation Foundation (The PG&E Foundation) is providing $775,000 to local food banks, Meals on Wheels programs and tribal organizations to help feed individuals and families struggling with food insecurity. The contribution is the equivalent of approximately 3.87 million meals for individuals and families in need. The funding will support 48 food distribution organizations serving 47 counties in Pacific Gas and Electric Company's (PG&E) service area.

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  • The funding will support 48 food distribution organizations serving 47 counties in Pacific Gas and Electric Company's (PG&E) service area.
  • "We're so grateful to our local food banks and food distribution partners for their ongoing work to fight hunger in our hometowns.
  • Our local food safety net organizations fulfill a necessary and critical role helping families put food on their tables," said Carla Peterman, Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs, for PG&E Corporation and Chair of the PG&E Corporation Foundation Board.
  • In addition to grants to local food distribution organizations, The PG&E Foundation is supporting next year's California Association of Food Banks' (CAFB) " Food ACCESS " conference.

Randall Lange, Co-Founder of LangeTwins Family Winery and Vineyards, Inducted as Wine Institute Chairman

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Friday, June 16, 2023
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ACAMPO, Calif., June 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Randall Lange, Co-Founder of LangeTwins Family Winery and Vineyards, a critically acclaimed fifth generation estate winery and sustainable grape grower, was inducted as the Wine Institute Chairman on June 13, 2023 at the organizations 89th Annual Membership and Board of Directors Meeting. Representing nearly 1,000 wineries and affiliated businesses, Wine Institute is the voice for California wine as the only U.S. organization advocating for wine at the state, federal, and international levels.

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  • Representing nearly 1,000 wineries and affiliated businesses, Wine Institute is the voice for California wine as the only U.S. organization advocating for wine at the state, federal, and international levels.
  • Randall Lange is the first to serve as Chairperson for both CAWG (2006-2007) and Wine Institute (2023-2024), illustrating his lifelong commitment to the wine industry and farming community.
  • "I am honored to be elected Wine Institute's Chairman," said Randall Lange of LangeTwins Family Winery and Vineyards.
  • For more information about LangeTwins Family Winery and Vineyards and to explore their portfolio, please visit http://www.langetwins.com .

Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association Announces the Economic Impact of Temecula Valley and Riverside County's Wine Industry

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Thursday, February 9, 2023
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TEMECULA, Calif., Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Riverside County wine and winegrape industry, driven largely by the Temecula Valley American Viticultural Area (AVA), and its associated businesses deliver a total economic impact of $2.7 billion in annual economic activity for Riverside County's economy, according to a new report commissioned by the Wine Institute and the California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG).

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  • TEMECULA, Calif., Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Riverside County wine and winegrape industry, driven largely by the Temecula Valley American Viticultural Area (AVA), and its associated businesses deliver a total economic impact of $2.7 billion in annual economic activity for Riverside County's economy, according to a new report commissioned by the Wine Institute and the California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG).
  • Tourism to the region is strong, with 885,300 tourist visits to Riverside County wineries, over half of which are located in the Temecula Valley AVA.
  • "Wine Enthusiast named Temecula Valley one of the world's top wine destinations for good reason," said Krista Chaich, executive director of the Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association.
  • And yet, despite these impressive numbers, Temecula Valley remains an approachable, welcoming Southern California wine region with true small-town heart."

Grand Gold Medal says California Winery can make Italian approved Vermentino

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022
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LODI, Calif., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This year, family owned and operated, Peltier Winery & Vineyards in Acampo, California, sent their 2021 Vermentino ($18) to the motherland for judgment against producers of this lesser known varietal from around the world. They brought home a Grand Gold Medal, 95 points and a top 5 ranking from the competition that would make their Nonna & Nonno proud. The second Vermentino International Wine Concourse was held in Cagliari, capital of the Italian island of Sardinia, where about half of the world's Vermentino is grown. The competition celebrates wineries working to uphold and improve high quality standards along with the best expressions of the varietal around the globe.

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  • Peltier Winery awarded Grand Gold and 95.33 points for their 2021 Vermentino from the 2nd edition of the Vermentino International Competition in Sardinia.
  • They brought home a Grand Gold Medal, 95 points and a top 5 ranking from the competition that would make their Nonna & Nonno proud.
  • The second Vermentino International Wine Concourse was held in Cagliari, capital of the Italian island of Sardinia, where about half of the world's Vermentino is grown.
  • Two years after Peltier Winery was established in 2001, their first vintage of Vermentino was harvested from the winery location in the heart of California's Lodi Appellation.

Winners Announced for Sixth Annual California Green Medal: Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards

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Monday, April 6, 2020
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The California Green Medal winners have been announced for the Sixth annual Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, April 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The California Green Medal winners have been announced for the Sixth annual Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards.
  • The California Green Medal recognizes the leadership of wineries and vineyards committed to sustainability and is presented by the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance, California Association of Winegrape Growers, Wine Institute, Lodi Winegrape Commission, Napa Valley Vintners, Sonoma County Winegrowers and Vineyard Team.
  • The recipients of the Green Medal Awards will be honored at a ceremony at the California State Capitol in Sacramento in the coming months.
  • A panel of wine and sustainability experts judged the applications for the sixth annual California Green Medal.

California Wines "Down to Earth Month" Celebrates Sustainability in April

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Thursday, March 26, 2020
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SAN FRANCISCO, March 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --April is California Wines Down to Earth Month, an annual tribute to the California winemaking community's decades-long commitment to sustainable winegrowing.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --April is California Wines Down to Earth Month, an annual tribute to the California winemaking community's decades-long commitment to sustainable winegrowing.
  • In previous years, California wineries have celebrated Down to Earth Month, now in its ninth year, by offering sustainability focused events across the state.
  • Visit the Down to Earth Month page on Discover California Wines to see the latest offers.
  • The California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance (CSWA)is a nonprofit organization established by Wine Institute and the California Association of Winegrape Growers.

Fifth Annual California Green Medal: Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards Recipients Announced

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Tuesday, April 2, 2019
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The California Green Medal recipients have been announced for the fifth annual Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, April 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The California Green Medal recipients have been announced for the fifth annual Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards.
  • The California Green Medal recognizes the leadership of wineries and vineyards committed to sustainability and is presented by the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance, California Association of Winegrape Growers, Wine Institute, Lodi Winegrape Commission, Napa Valley Vintners, Sonoma County Winegrowers and the Vineyard Team.
  • The company participates in both SIP Certified and Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing (CERTIFIED SUSTAINABLE), with a full-time employee dedicated to sustainability.
  • A panel of wine and sustainability experts judged the applications for the fifth annual California Green Medal.