Furthermore, James Concannon and the Wetmore brothers recognized the virtues of the area’s Bordeaux-like gravel soils and dedicated themselves to making high quality wine from Bordeaux varieties.

Wente arrived a few years later today the Wente Chardonnay clone is the source of a majority of California Chardonnay.

Then in the mid 1800s, a man named Robert Livermore planted the area’s first commercial vineyards. Spanish missionaries planted the first wine grapes in the Livermore Valley in the 1760s. The Livermore Valley is one of California's oldest wine regions and has played a crucial role in shaping California's wine industry. This cooler evening air permeates the Livermore Valley's foothills, making this an ideal environment for the development of phenolic ripeness and concentration in its wine grapes. However, late afternoon winds cool down summer nights as daytime heat rises from the Central Valley in the east, pulling the cold, foggy, bay air inland. Our efforts to achieve excellence have no end in sight.Ī warm sub-appellation of the greater San Francisco Bay AVA (American Viticultural Area), Livermore Valley mainly hides behind the shielding effects of the bay’s eastern hills. Our mission is simple – produce premier wines by partnering with vineyards that have tailored farming regimens that best express their site. Nottingham Cellars is passionate about and dedicated to producing world class Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux varieties and blends from the Livermore Valley. Nottingham Cellars wines are a tribute to the rich history that precedes us and the future of world class wine making in this Valley. The name of the post office was changed on Jwhen William Mendenhall established a formal City Hall. That was until the Nottingham Post Office opened on January 25, 1869. The area remained nameless for some time, only land grants being indicators. Its time as a stopping point for the gold rush was coming to an end, and the town was starting to create its own identity. Some 25 years had passed since Robert Livermore had planted the first commercial wine grapes of the region and the town was in the midst of its renaissance. DJ BARTO is MCing the event, and Ava LaShay and friends will be performing! Seating is first come, first serve.The 1860’s were a time of major development in this region we now call the Livermore Valley. On Saturday, October 21st, 6-10pm, Blacksmith Square is hosting Livermore Pride.

Let’s raise a glass to the Livermore wine community and the friends who make our journey all the more special!

Join us for Wine Wednesday, October 18th, from 5-8 pm to celebrate the joy of great company, exceptional wines, live music, and delicious food. Our winemaking philosophy is all about highlighting the natural qualities of the grapes, allowing the fruit to speak for itself, and creating truly exceptional wines. We carefully select grapes from a handful of vineyards, each with unique terroir and characteristics, to create a range of wines that showcase the best of their region. Welcome to Nottingham Cellars, our family-owned and operated winery now located in downtown Livermore at Blacksmith Square! Our winery is dedicated to producing exceptional wines from a handful of amazing vineyards, making us a top choice for wine enthusiasts looking to taste the best of what California wine country has to offer.

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