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Sonoma's Earliest Harvest in 40 Years — And Why It Might Be an Exceptional Vintage

August 26, 2026

Sonoma's Earliest Harvest in 40 Years — And Why It Might Be an Exceptional Vintage

On July 16, growers in the Russian River Valley picked 2026's first grapes — Sonoma County's earliest harvest start in at least four decades. Here's why, and what it means for your visit.