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A MEETING OF THE MINDS
The Old Vine Conference
SONOMA | NAPA | CONTRA COSTA | LODI

Oct 31 - Nov 4, 2025

ZAP and The Old Vine Conference Collaborate to Celebrate Old Vines

Shining a Spotlight on the Viticultural Heritage in the USA, Notably California and Zinfandel

In a pioneering partnership, the prestigious Old Vine Conference (OVC) is teaming up with ZAP and other notable organizations including Wine Institute’s California Wines, Lodi Wines and the Historic Vineyard Society to host an extraordinary event series from October 31 to November 4, 2025 in Northern California. The conference, entitled “Meeting of The Minds”, will draw an international and domestic media and trade audience together to discuss the most pressing issues facing the worlds old vines and will be followed by field trips to multiple California wine regions highlighting California’s old vines and showcasing their unique contribution to wine quality, regional identity and sustainability.

2025 Old Vine Conference Events

2025 EVENTS COMING SOON

October 31 | Opening Night Gala

500 1st Street, Napa

Keynote Speaker Jancis Robinson
“California, with its unrivalled heritage of old vines, is the obvious place to celebrate thesuperiority of wine from these historic deep-rooted marvels, and to encourage their preservation.” – Jancis Robinson MW, OBE Keynote speaker

The series of events will commence with the Opening Night Gala, an elegant evening of celebration held in conjunction with the Wine Institute’s Global Buyers Marketplace. This exclusive gathering presents an unparalleled networking opportunity, bringing together the most esteemed figures in the wine industry.

The evening will begin with a curated Tasting featuring a distinguished selection of international wine sponsors alongside an exquisite showcase of California’s finest old vine wines. Attendees will have the rare opportunity to experience a thoughtfully curated assortment of exceptional vintages that highlight the heritage and craftsmanship of old vine winemaking.

As a prelude to the seated Dinner, Jancis Robinson, one of the most influential wine critics and writers globally, will deliver the keynote address. Her deep expertise and passion for wine make her an ideal figure to set the tone for the conference, inspiring attendees with her insights on the future of old vine wines and their place in the modern wine industry.

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Events are sponsored by Old Vine Conference & ZAP
Underwriting support provided by Wine Institute, Historic Vineyard Society and Lodi Wine
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Event SPONSORS

Participating
WINERIES

A. Rafanelli Winery
ACORN Winery
Adelaida Vineyards
Alexander Valley Vineyards
Anarchy Wine Co
Ancient Peaks Winery
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