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Published by Winery Advisor After just two years, The Festival of Forgotten Grapes has captured national attention and the palates of curious wine lovers. The event was recently named the #2 Wine Festival in the U.S. by USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, a significant recognition for a young, independent festival with a bold mission: to celebrate the wide world of lesser-known wine grapes. Now, as the festival matures, it is evolving. Beginning in 2026, the event will be known as The Festival of Undiscovered Grapes, a shift that reflects the spirit of curiosity and exploration at the heart of the experience....

Published by Wine Industry Advisor The decision to expand to San Jose was intentional, and the response confirmed it was the right choice," said Allison Levine, founder and producer of the Festival of Undiscovered Grapes. "The level of curiosity and engagement from attendees showed a strong appetite for discovery-driven wine experiences in the Bay Area...

Published by Wine Industry Advisor After a successful inaugural event last year, Levine and Kern are excited to once again shine a spotlight on wine grape varieties that are often "forgotten" in the world of California wine and showcase an impressive group of wineries championing these lesser...

Published by Wine Industry Advisor Founded on the principle that there are hundreds of unique, unknown, and delicious wine grapes grown in California, despite the fact that just nine grape varieties make up 93% of the total wine production in the state, the Festival of Forgotten Grapes exalts the passionate winemakers and producers of these uncommon wines and introduces wine lovers to a diverse array of wines in a fun, casual, intimate environment....