2026 National Conference

June 15 – 18, 2026

Boise Centre
Boise, Idaho

The ASEV National Conference is a platform to gather and discuss scientific and technological advances for the benefit and evolution of the grape and wine industries. It provides a stimulating and collegial atmosphere for industry, students, and academics to learn, engage, and network.

**Dr. David Block**
Merit Award Recipient

**Dr. James Osborne**
Recipient of The Anita Oberholster Award for Extension Excellence

**Dr. Sibylle Krieger-Weber**
Honorary Research Lecturer

**Mr. Jonathan Held**
ASEV-ES Outstanding Achievement Award

**Dr. Molly Kelly**
ASEV-ES Distinguished Service Award

Special Events:

Merit Award Presentation
From Chemical Engineering to Agriculture: Lessons From an Unexpected Career Advancing the California Wine Industry
Dr. David Block, University of California, Davis
The Anita Oberholster Award for Extension Excellence Presentation
Developing an Extension Palate: Connecting Enology Research with Industry Practice
Dr. James Osborne, Oregon State University, Corvallis
Honorary Research Lecturer
My Malolactic Journey: History, Innovations, and Future Developments
Dr. Sibylle Krieger-Weber, Lallemand SAS, Germany
ASEV-ES Outstanding Achievement Award
Mr. Jonathan Held, Stone Hill Winery, Missouri
ASEV-ES Distinguished Service Award
Dr. Molly Kelly, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park
ASEV/NGRA Vineyard Nutrition Symposium: From Sensing to Sensory
Research Reports (submitted through Call for Abstracts)
Student Flash Talks
Regional Wine Reception
Student-Industry Mixer
Oenolympics (Student Competition)
Supplier Displays
Early Career Member Event