The Chalk Report

FROM THE WIRES... NEWBERG, Ore. – CalRecycle has awarded Revino a $4,867,070 grant to establish a first-of-its-kind certified Bottle Washer Processing facility in Lompoc, California, that will build theinfrastructure for a reusable glass-bottle ecosystem. The facility will be capable of washing 10 million glass beverage containers for reuse annually and is expected to be operati...

CTE Foundation class FROM THE WIRES... Annual Program Supports Educators and Community Organizations Advancing Student Success and Local Impact KENWOOD, Calif. – June 23, 2026 | Landmark Vineyards has awarded $75,000 in grants to five Sonoma County nonprofits and local schools as part of its 2026 Community Grants program, continuing its long-standing commitment to investing in t...

FROM THE WIRES... As the days stretch longer and temperatures begin to rise, palates naturally seek a balance between seasonal freshness and structural depth. Mendes & Symington’s Contacto Alvarinho 2025 (SRP $22) arrives as a refined answer to that call, offering an elegant alternative to the standard summer pour. In the northern reaches of Portugal, within the prestigious ...

Photo: J.W. Soffer FROM THE WIRES... JW MARRIOTT MIAMI TURNBERRY RESORT & SPA LAUNCHES ITS FIRST INCLUSIVE-STYLE PACKAGE Exclusive offering pairs inclusive dining with expanded Tidal Cove access and signature resort amenities at South Florida's premier luxury destination AVENTURA, FL (May 20, 2026) – JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa is setting a new benchmark for...

FROM THE WIRES... Summer is too short, but your enjoyment doesn't have to be. The secret to an 'Endless Summer' isn't the calendar; its sustained energy and vitality. Whether relaxing by the pool or headed out to a beach volleyball game, your vibrant summer season remains boundless with FitVine Free (SRP $14.99)—the functional, non-alcoholic alternative crafted to fuel your mind...