WHEATLAND, CA (MPG) - Our region has a great story to tell regarding wine production, both in the valley and in the foothills. A local annual event makes it easy and inexpensive to taste from 11 wineries at one location and to talk with the vintners about what it takes to develop their wine’s special tastes and textures.

The ninth Annual Golden Autumn Wine Festival is happening at Bishop’s Pumpkin Farm in Wheatland on Sunday, Sept. 8, with a choice of two tasting sessions: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or from 1:45 to 3:45 p.m. Admission is $50 per person, with all net proceeds going to programs serving those in need in our community through the Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way.

“We have been so fortunate for nine years to have the donation of a wonderful venue, in the shady apple orchard, known as ‘The Other Side of the Tracks’ at Bishop’s Pumpkin Farm in Wheatland,” said Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way Executive Director Bob Harlan.

“Interwoven amongst the trees are 11 wineries and four specialty vendors. Then add on background music from ‘The Achilles Live Trio,’ and you have a delightfully peaceful experience,” Harlan said.

Bottles of wine from each of the wineries are available for purchase.

Being early in Bishop’s Pumpkin Farm’s season, there is no parking fee, nor is there pumpkin farm admission fee, which is always the case. And all of Bishop’s shops, rides and displays will be open.

“As we have to abide by our Alcoholic Beverage Control license, we are unable to allow anyone under 21 to enter the venue, including infants being held in arms or in strollers,” Harlan said.

Full information and to purchase tickets online at www.yscunitedway.org and click on “Events” or call (530) 743-1847 weekdays. Designated drivers of at least 21 years old are admitted free of charge.

Eleven Wineries:

Bangor Ranch Winery

Cante Ao Vinho

Capay Valley Vineyards

Dora Dain Winery

Grindstone Wines

Hickman Family Vineyards

Munger Family Vineyard

Odyssey Winery

Rappe Family Winery

Sicilia Vineyards

Wolfe Heights Estates

Four Specialty Vendors:

Bridge Coffee Co.

Calolea Olive Oil

Cowboy BBQ

Salle’s Farm Fresh Graze