Livermore in Alameda County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Concannon Vineyard

Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 13, 2009

1. Concannon Vineyards Marker

Inscription. Here, in 1883, James Concannon founded the Concannon Vineyard. The quality it achieved in sacramental and commercial wines helped establish Livermore Valley as one of America’s select wine growing districts. Grape cuttings from this vineyard were introduced to Mexico between 1889 and 1904 for the improvement of its commercial viticulture.

Erected 1958 by California State Park Commission, Livermore Chamber of Commerce and Las Positas Parlor No.96, Native Sons of the Golden West. (Marker Number 641.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Landmarks • Notable Places. In addition, it is included in the California Historical Landmarks, and the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1883.

Location. 37° 40.006′ N, 121° 44.38′ W. Marker is in Livermore, California, in Alameda County. Marker can be reached from Tesla Road. Marker is located on the Winery Building under the bell. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4590 Tesla Road, Livermore CA 94550, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Joaquin Murrieta and Murrieta's Well (approx. 0.6 miles away); Wente Bros. Winery (approx. 0.8 miles away); This Cherry Tree is a Gift

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(approx. 0.9 miles away); Livermore Rodeo (approx. 1.2 miles away); William M. Mendenhall 1823 – 1911 / De Anza Expedition Campsite (approx. 1.2 miles away); J.S. van Buskirk / John Luders House (approx. 1.4 miles away); From China to America (approx. 1½ miles away); J.C. Safford House (approx. 1½ miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Livermore.

More about this marker. This site was designated as California Registered Historical Landmark No.641 on April 28, 1958

Regarding Concannon Vineyard. Concannon Vineyard was the first Livermore Winery that still survives today. The now widely planted Cabernet Sauvignon clones 7 and 8 were pioneered in the vineyard. These clones have been used for many years all over California, and have produced some of the best wines in the state’s history.

Also see . . . Concannon Vineyard Website. (Submitted on June 15, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)

Concannon Vineyards Marker and Bell image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 13, 2009

2. Concannon Vineyards Marker and Bell

Concannon Vineyards Bell image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 13, 2009

3. Concannon Vineyards Bell

This bell was used to call the workers to the fields, announce meal time, and "quitting" time.

Concannon Vineyards Building image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 13, 2009

4. Concannon Vineyards Building

Marker is located on the left side behind the bush seen in photo.

Concannon Vineyards image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 13, 2009

5. Concannon Vineyards

Marker and bell can be seen to the left.

Modern Day Winery Operations image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 13, 2009

6. Modern Day Winery Operations

California State Landmark Directional Sign image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 13, 2009

7. California State Landmark Directional Sign

Sign located on Testa Road near the entrance to Concannon Winery and Vineyard.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 13, 2009

8. Concannon Vineyards

Credits. This page was last revised on January 18, 2021. It was originally submitted on June 15, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,878 times since then and 31 times this year. Last updated on December 20, 2016, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. submitted on June 15, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.