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“It’s a grand old flag and a high-flying flag”

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Concannon Vineyard

By John Concannon.

In remembrance of Flag Day last week, I wanted to share some of our family’s military history and traditions with you.

In 1939, as the Great Depression was ending and World War II was looming, my grandfather, Joseph Concannon Sr., had a regulation 100-foot flagpole built in front of our family’s home at the entrance to the winery. Livermore was a small town at that time, and he made the dedication of the flag pole very special: a detachment of service men were present for the dedication, as well as a band, and the entire town was invited to the reception following the ceremony. Continue reading →

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Honor Earth Hour with Concannon

Posted on March 22, 2011 by Concannon Vineyard
Earth

Can an hour make a difference? On March 26th at 8:30pm, millions of people will take part in Earth Hour, switching off lights around the globe for 60 minutes. Earth Hour is part of an international effort to bring attention … Continue reading →

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Slainte and St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Concannon Vineyard
An Old Irish Toast

After 128 years and four generations of producing world-class wines, Concannon is pleased to celebrate yet another Saint Patrick’s Day in our vineyard. In 1883, James Concannon, born St. Patrick’s Day in 1847, traveled from Ireland to California’s Livermore Valley … Continue reading →

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Introducing: The Latest Members of Concannon!

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Concannon Vineyard

The staff at Concannon Vineyard has been happy to welcome 13 new members to its team recently, providing much-needed assistance with weed control during the important spring season. These Olde English BabyDoll Southdown sheep are known as “nature’s mowers” for … Continue reading →

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