Enjoy overnight accommodations from Friday to Sunday at Purple Orchid Wine Country Resort and Spa and gleefully enjoy an immersive wine experience with Cuda Ridge and McGrail Vineyards. This luxurious wine weekend includes a wood-fired pizza and wine greeting, an exclusive winemaker dinner by LB Steak, two vertical tastings, a vineyard tour, and a weekend hosted by The Dino’s, Heather McGrail, and Mark Clarin! Tickets range from $2,000-$2,400 per couple. Only 10 rooms available.
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BlendFest on the Coast
Experience a taste of Paso Robles Wine Country on the beautiful California coast. Paso Robles BlendFest on the Coast will take place February 23 – 26 in San Simeon and Cambria with a selection of exciting events. Paso Robles’ winemakers love to blend wine, mixing varieties to craft something unique and delicious. BlendFest celebrates rule-breaking, traditional, and unconventional wine blends throughout the weekend.
Paso Wine Fest
Details A four-day celebration of Paso Robles Wine – May 18 – 21, 2023. The Paso Wine Fest is the marquee showcase for everything Paso Robles wine, with multiple events and more than 150 individual activities at the region’s wineries. The Saturday, May 20, the Grand Tasting will feature 100+ wineries, live entertainment, makers market, artisans, winemakers, distilled spirits, and elevated brand experiences.
Behind the Cellar Door
Have you ever dreamed about becoming a winemaker? Perfect for wine enthusiasts and newbies alike, Behind the Cellar Door is a weekend filled with world-class Amador wine, delectable small bites, barrel samples, hard-to-find vintages and wine education, all in an intimate Amador Wine Country setting. For more than 25 years, Amador Vintners’ member wineries have invited guests Behind the Cellar Door for one of the most entertaining and educational wine events anywhere. Guests will be able to reserve experiences at 5 different wineries each day from over 40+ wineries in Amador in the beautiful Sierra Foothills. Enjoy tasting flights, behind the scene vineyard and winery tours, and an educational experience delivered by our winemakers and winery teams. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @AmadorWine or sign up for our newsletter for additional information on this exclusive event!
Ranch to Table Dinner – September
Ranch to Table Dinner. 4 Coursed Meal featuring Six Sigma Beef and Wines. Reservations Required.
Ranch to Table Dinner – August
Ranch to Table Dinner. 4 Coursed Meal featuring Six Sigma Beef and Wines. Reservations Required.
Ranch to Table Dinner – July
Ranch to Table Dinner. 4 Coursed Meal featuring Six Sigma Beef and Wines. Reservations Required.
Ranch to Table Dinner – June
Ranch to Table Dinner. 4 Coursed Meal featuring Six Sigma Beef and Wines. Reservations Required.
Christmas at the Ranch & Syrah Release
Christmas at the Ranch and Syrah Release. New release wine tasting with complimentary food pairing. Cider and Hay Rides for the Family! Seatings available at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Reservations Required
Tempranillo Release Party
Tempranillo Release Party. New release wine tasting with complimentary food pairing. Seatings available at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Reservations Required
Harvest Party
Harvest Party! Wine tasting with complimentary food pairing. Seatings available at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Reservations Required
Pinot Noir Release and Club Pick-Up Party
Pinot Noir Release and Club Pick-Up Party. New release wine tasting with complimentary food pairing. Seatings Saturday and Sunday at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Reservations Required.
Cabernet Sauvignon Release & Club Pick-Up Party
Cabernet Sauvignon Release & Pick Up Party. New release wine tasting with complimentary food pairing. Seatings available Saturday and Sunday at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Reservations Required
International Tempranillo Day
International Tempranillo Day Celebration. Taste Tempranillo’s from around the world in a guided tasting and enjoy a tapas style lunch. Reservations Required
Rose & Sauvignon Blanc Release and Club Pick-Up Party
Rose & Sauvignon Blanc Release and Club Pick-Up Party. New release wine tasting with complimentary food pairing. Seatings Saturday and Sunday at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Reservations Required.
Paella Night – December
Paella Night Dinner. Reservations Required. Dinner is $20 per person with wine sold by the bottle. Paella Night is every 1st Wednesday of the Month. The Paella is different every month and cooked by rotating chefs.
Paella Night – November
Paella Night Dinner. Reservations Required. Dinner is $20 per person with wine sold by the bottle. Paella Night is every 1st Wednesday of the Month. The Paella is different every month and cooked by rotating chefs.
Paella Night – October
Paella Night Dinner. Reservations Required. Dinner is $20 per person with wine sold by the bottle. Paella Night is every 1st Wednesday of the Month. The Paella is different every month and cooked by rotating chefs.
Paella Night – September
Paella Night Dinner. Reservations Required. Dinner is $20 per person with wine sold by the bottle. Paella Night is every 1st Wednesday of the Month. The Paella is different every month and cooked by rotating chefs.
Paella Night – August
Paella Night Dinner. Reservations Required. Dinner is $20 per person with wine sold by the bottle. Paella Night is every 1st Wednesday of the Month. The Paella is different every month and cooked by rotating chefs.
Paella Night – July
Paella Night Dinner. Reservations Required. Dinner is $20 per person with wine sold by the bottle. Paella Night is every 1st Wednesday of the Month. The Paella is different every month and cooked by rotating chefs.
Paella Night – June
Paella Night Dinner. Reservations Required. Dinner is $20 per person with wine sold by the bottle. Paella Night is every 1st Wednesday of the Month. The Paella is different every month and cooked by rotating chefs.
Paella Night – May
Paella Night Dinner. Reservations Required. Dinner is $20 per person with wine sold by the bottle. Paella Night is every 1st Wednesday of the Month. The Paella is different every month and cooked by rotating chefs.
Paella Night – April
Paella Night Dinner. Reservations Required. Dinner is $20 per person with wine sold by the bottle. Paella Night is every 1st Wednesday of the Month. The Paella is different every month and cooked by rotating chefs.
Paella Night – March
Paella Night Dinner. Reservations Required. Dinner is $20 per person with wine sold by the bottle. Paella Night is every 1st Wednesday of the Month. The Paella is different every month and cooked by rotating chefs.
Cuvee Annette Release and Club Pick Up Party
Cuvee Annette Release and Club Pick Up Party. New Release wine tasting with complimentary food pairing. Seatings available Saturday and Sunday at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Reservations required.
February Paella Night
Paella Night – Reservations Required. Dinner is $20 per person with wine sold by the bottle. We host Paella Night every 1st Wednesday of the month and it is different each time and cooked by rotating chefs!
Reserve Wine Tasting
Reserve Wine Tasting with Complimentary Food Pairing. Seats available at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm.
Anderson Valley White Wine Weekend
Escape to Anderson Valley this February for a weekend of white wine, sparkling, rose, and more! Only two hours north of San Francisco, come see for yourself what makes this wine region so special. No matter the weather, this weekend is a perfect winter adventure to wine country. Your ticket for Saturday and/or Sunday includes: ● Exclusive experiences not open to the public ● Perfectly paired food & wine pairings ● New release white wines, sparkling & Pinot ● Library tastes ● Games & entertainment ● Limited wines you can’t find on retail shelves ● Beautiful views & new friendships ● and more!
New Year’s Eve Ballroom Blast at South Coast Winery Resort & Spa
Award-winning wine selections and celebratory cocktails will be available. General admission includes live music, dancing, a sparkling wine toast and light bites. VIP admission includes a private table for two, a bottle of wine and cocktail service. General admission is $129 per person, inclusive of tax and gratuity, and includes live entertainment and New Year’s Eve celebration, late night bites and a sparkling wine toast. VIP admission is $179, inclusive of tax and gratuity, and includes private table for two, a bottle of wine, cocktail service, live entertainment and New Year’s Eve celebration, late night bites and a sparkling wine toast. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.southcoastwinery.com/activities/new-years-eve. Reservations for New Year’s Eve dinner only at The Vineyard Rose Restaurant are available by calling 951-719-8356.
Korbel’s Holiday Marketplace
Local Vendors, Raffle Giveaways, Seasonal Korbel Champagne Cocktails, and take a picture with Santa!
90th Anniversary of Prohibition being Repealed Winemaker Dinner
The year is coming to an end soon, and it’s been WAY too long since we’ve had a Winemaker Dinner! This year marks the 90th Anniversary of Prohibition ending, which is always worth celebrating, and just so happens to offer an amazing excuse & theme! In honor of the 21st Amendment, we are hosting a Winemaker Dinner at Purple Orchid on Thursday, December 1st, at 6:30pm. We’ll toast the delights of vino with a special 4-course paired meal with our wines. While in no way required, we highly encourage pulling together a 1930’s inspired outfit (Jessie and Jess are already shopping to find theirs and John thinks he has the perfect suit)!
Elizabeth Spencer Holiday Open House
Join us as we celebrate the Excitement and Magic of the Holiday Season at the newly opened Kathleen Thompson Hill’s Kitchen Memories Collection! Embark on a walk down memory lane with this exclusive and authentic exhibition of culinary relics and enjoy live music, delectable bites, special wine pours and enticing holiday offers. In the spirit of giving and spreading holiday cheer, we are accepting donations for the Toys for Tots national toy drive. Bring an unwrapped new toy and receive an additional 10% savings on purchases. Complimentary for members and up to three guests | $35 Public
Holiday Nights at Bernardo Winery
Our Winter Wonderland event of the season and a favorite Annual San Diego Holiday Event IS BACK! From DECEMBER 14th-18th 5-9PM NIGHTLY the winery village is open late, lit up with twinkling lights and holiday magic. Listen to the carolers strolling through the winery village while you sip hot mulled wine and visit the Holiday Shopping village of local artisans and crafters for last minute shopping. The Tasting room will be open, The Kitchen Restaurant will have grab and go Italian food and Manzanita Coffee House and the winery village shops will be open late for your holiday dining, sipping and shopping. Nightly food trucks, balloon twisting and face painting elves for the kiddos, Miceli’s Polar Express train exhibit and so much more! Free admission. No pets permitted.
Uncorking New Holiday Traditions Facebook Live
Grab your notebook and a glass of wine as we revisit and reinvent classic holiday traditions. The J. Lohr team will share their favorite holiday games and activities and revisit time-tested dishes and treats – all while tasting through our most popular gift pack, “Jerry’s Holiday Classics.” Visit JLohr.com to sip along with: 2020 J. Lohr Arroyo Vista Chardonnay 2020 J. Lohr Fog’s Reach Pinot Noir 2020 J. Lohr Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon We’ll see you on Facebook Live on Thursday, December 1 at 4PM PT.
Clif Family Winery’s Annual Post Turkey Day Brunch
Brunch paired with Clif Family Wines on our sunny patio and you’ll have a wine country fall afternoon that can’t be beat. Brunch Menu Items Include: – Biscuits ‘n Gravy – Turkey Boudin – Zesty Camotes – Green Bean Casserole – Clif Family’s FAMOUS Brussels Sprouts – Clif Family Farm Zucca Bruschetta Regular Clif Family Bruschetteria Food Truck menu items will also be available featuring farm fresh, seasonal ingredients from our certified organic farm on Howell Mountain. For dine in and wine tasting, advanced reservations are encouraged. Please contact Clif Family Winery at 707-968-0625 or email wineryexperience@nullcliffamily.com.
Buena Vista Winery Holiday Open House
Join us as we celebrate the Magic of the Holiday Season! Enjoy live music, delectable bites, special wine pours, enticing holiday offers, artisanal vendors and activities for children. In the spirit of giving and spreading holiday cheer, we are accepting donations for the Toys for Tots national toy drive. Bring an unwrapped new toy and receive an additional 10% savings on purchases. Reserve on Tock
Bricoleur Vineyards Holiday Market
Get in the Holiday spirit at Bricoleur Vineyards! We will be putting on a Holiday Market that will highlight local vendors. Shop with us as you enjoy Bricoleur wines! Your $10 entry fee will be donated to the Santa Tim organization which serves families in need throughout the year and during the holiday season with gifts, food, and other support.
Sanford Winery’s Annual Holiday Celebration
Enjoy food, crafts, holiday specials and live music while sipping beautiful Sanford wines.
Festive Holiday Open House
Join us as for a festive celebration of the holidays and enjoy our world-class wines alongside some delectable small bites and special pricing on holiday selections!
Howell Mountain Harvest Celebration
INDULGE yourself in world-class wines from 38 Howell Mountain wineries, Gourmet Small Bites from The Culinary Institute of America and Silent Auction filled with rare wines and winery experiences…exclusively at the Howell Mountain Harvest Celebration! Saturday, November 12 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. The CIA at Copia, 500 1st Street, Napa Purchase your $125 tickets NOW before they sell out again…visit HowellMountain.org or call 707-965-2665 today! $250 Tickets at the Door DON’T MISS OUT…this is a RARE opportunity to TASTE and PURCHASE Howell Mountain wines all in one place…most of which are not open to the public and are difficult to acquire. We look forward to seeing you there…CHEERS!
Harvest Celebration Winemaker Dinner
We are so excited to announce that for the first time in 8 years, we are inviting you back to the tasting room for an evening of deliciousness at our Winemaker Dinner Celebration on Saturday, November 12th from 6:00 pm- 9:00 pm. Black Dog Farms will be catering this 5 course extravaganza that will be celebrating the bounties of Mendocino County paired alongside our award-winning Barra and Girasole wines. Advance reservations are required, so please get your tickets early. Wine club members: $90 per person (2 ticket limit) Regular price: $100 per person Call – 707-485-0322 Email: events@nullbarraofmendocino.com For more information visit our website at www.barraofmendocino.com
Oh, What Fun! – Holidays with Clif Family
Celebrate the most festive time of the year. Visit Clif Family Winery in downtown St. Helena and enjoy a special Oh What Fun Seasonal Tasting flight featuring flavorful holiday finale. Bring a non-perishable food product to contribute to our Holiday Food Drive, benefitting Community Action of Napa Valley (CANV). And be sure to look around and see if you can find our Clif Family Holiday Elves. If you can spot Holly and Buddy somewhere in our Tasting Room, you’ll receive a complimentary holiday treat from our team. Oh What Fun Seasonal Tasting Flight, Food Drive and hidden Holiday Elves are available November 1st through December 23rd. Reservations required for Oh What Fun Seasonal Tastings, offered daily at 11:30, 1:30 and 3:30. Email wineryexperience@nullcliffamily.com or call 707-968-0625.
A Beautifully Paired Evening with Karen MacNeil , Author of The Wine Bible at Chimney Rock Winery
This very special evening will include provocative conversations, a book signing, and a Q&A session with Karen. The event will take place at Chimney Rock Winery on Saturday, November 19th from 5:00-7:00 pm. Guests will also have the opportunity to taste some of Chimney Rock’s world-class wines — which Karen has likened to “cashmere pajamas” due to the silky, seductive texture – which will be paired with a selection of passed hors d’oeuvres. Karen MacNeil’s The Wine Bible has long been the most enlightening, comprehensive, and entertaining wine guide on the market—with over 800,000 copies in print, it is the bestselling wine book in America. THE WINE BIBLE, 3RD EDITION brims with her knowledge and passion for her subject while artful, evocative descriptions bring each wine to life.
Celebrate The Season
Enjoy an evening featuring exclusive, limited-edition format library wines, live cheese cutting demonstration, and small bites.
Gather, Gobble, Cheers!
Gather, Gobble, Cheers! Thursday, November 17th 7:00-9:00PM Join us at McGrail Vineyards in the Barrel Room for a wine, cheese, and charcuterie pairing experience that will prepare you for your Thanksgiving gatherings! Cheesemonger, Brandon Wood, and Winemaker, Mark Clarin, will lead guests through four unique pairings to get you ready for your holiday festivities. Guests will enjoy a fun evening as they learn about the hand-selected pairings, the wine, cheese, and charcuterie from two of the very best! McGrail wines will be available for purchase to take home with you after the event! Guests will have the opportunity to pre-order an exclusive Thanksgiving Box for pick-up from The Cheese Parlor featuring the cheeses from this event and everything you’ll need for the perfect spread. All that you learn at this event will be sure to set you up to ‘Gather, Gobble, & Cheers!’ with friends and family!” $65/Wine Club Member $75/Guest
Uncorked & Unplugged with Carman Hammond
Uncorked & Unplugged with Carman Hammond Sunday, November 13th 1:00-4:00PM Join us for a cozy afternoon in our Barrel Room and enjoy live music from Carman Hammond as you sip on award winning McGrail wines! Carman is a local musician specializing in acoustic guitar, piano, and vocals who provides a unique and wide variety of genres from the 50’s to present. Marty’s Joint Food Truck will be on site serving up delicious food for purchase! McGrail wines will be available for purchase by the glass and bottle. Seating will be provided for this event. $5/Wine Club Member $10/Guest
Black Friday at McGrail Vineyards
Black Friday at McGrail Vineyards Friday, November 25th 12:00-4:00PM Escape the crowds and join us for Black Friday at McGrail for an afternoon of wine and live music in our Barrel Room! Yellowhammer Wood Fired Pizzas will be on site serving up delicious food for purchase. Invite your friends and family to join us and keep the Thanksgiving celebrations going strong. We will have wine by the bottle and glass for purchase to enjoy. This event is family friendly, but every person needs a ticket. Stay tuned for live music information! $10/guest $5/ wine club member
Holy McGrail Quarterly Wine Club Release Party
Join us for a fun weekend at McGrail Vineyards to sip and savor our new November release wines! To best accommodate our Wine Club Members and Guests in the winter months with limited indoor space, we are offering two sessions each day to choose from! Session 1 is from 12:00-2:00pm and Session 2 is from 3:00-5:00pm. The winery will shut down for the McGrail team to reset from 2:00-3:00pm. Tickets to this event include a taste of our new releases, live music on our patio, & grazing boards to munch on! McGrail wines will be available for purchase by the glass and bottle. Soleil Wood Fired Pizza will be available for purchase both days. Seating on our Vineyard and Panoramic Patios will be provided and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Our new releases will be served at stations in our Barrel Room.
Fall Makers Market
Support local artisans and start your holiday shopping while enjoying a glass of wine and live music. Treat yourself to some delicious bites and mulled wine to keep you warm during your shopping pursuits. Rodney Strong wines by the glass and bottles will be available for purchase to enjoy at the winery–or take home a magnum to add to your holiday table. Select magnum wines will be available for purchase at a special 20% discount. See you there!
Livermore Wine Trolley Hallo-Wine Party Tour
Livermore Wine Trolley Hallo-Wine Party Tour Saturday, October 29th 6:30-9:30PM On Saturday night, October 29, at 6:30pm, begin your exciting Hallo-Wine evening by parking at McGrail Vineyards and then spending the evening hopping on the Wine Trolley between Murrieta’s Well, McGrail, and Wood Family. Come in your best costume ready for adult-trick-or-treating including a full wine tasting flight at each winery accompanied by a surprise, tasty treat! At your leisure, hop on the decorated, decked out trolleys with costumed drivers and custom holiday playlists. Laugh, sing, dance, and get to know the other crazy characters on board. After a night of wild sights, you’ll be back to the original winery 3 hours later. Along the way, receive great discounts to purchase wine at each venue and take home bottles to enjoy later while remembering this colorful, fun, one-of-a-kind Livermore Wine Trolley Event! $110/guest
Chocolate Truffle Workshop with Bluebirds Chocolate
Chocolate Truffle Workshop with Bluebirds Chocolate Wednesday, October 19th 6:30-8:30pm Join us in the Barrel Room at McGrail for our first ever workshop with Larissa, owner and Chocolatier of Bluebirds Chocolate! We have partnered with Larissa for many events at McGrail, but never like this before. Tickets include a glass of McGrail wine upon arrival, a workshop led by Larissa, & your very own hand-rolled chocolate truffles to enjoy at the event or take home with you! Fresh ganache, pick-your-own toppings, a fun learning experience, McGrail wines…what more could you ask for?! Tickets for this unique experience are limited & you don’t want to miss it. $75/Wine Club Member $85/Guest
Hello, Merlot!
Hello, Merlot! Saturday, October 15th Bankhead Theater 1:00-4:00PM Join 10 Livermore Valley Wineries and Say “Hello!” to your new Secret Crush at Hello, Merlot! Come taste these delicious Livermore Valley Merlots at the beautiful Bankhead Theater! While sipping on these different Merlots, enjoy learning how each winemaker adds their own touch to this fantastic varietal. Participating wineries include: Cuda Ridge Wines, Fenestra Winery, Las Positas Vineyards, McGrail Vineyards, Nottingham Cellars, Page Mill Winery, Retzlaff Vineyards, Rodrigue Molyneaux Winery, Rosa Fierro Cellars, and Wood Family Vineyards. Discover the supple and enduring beauty of the grape Miles famously trashed in “Sideways,” but secretly savored at the end of the movie. We’re proud of our Merlots and can’t wait to share them with you! Local cheesemonger, Brandon Wood, of the Cheese Parlor and Chocolatier, Larissa Milano, from Bluebirds Chocolate will be on-site with food for purchase. Tickets are $25 || $30 at the door
Uncorked & Unplugged
Uncorked & Unplugged November 13th 1:00-4:00PM Join us at McGrail Vineyards for Uncorked & Unplugged! Enjoy an afternoon of sipping on McGrail wines by the glass and bottle for purchase, live music, & a local food truck with food for purchase! This event will either be on our Vineyard Patio or in our Barrel Room – seating will be provided. November 13th | Carman Hammond | Marty’s Joint Food Truck | Barrel Room
The Killer Dueling Pianos at McGrail Vineyards
The Killer Dueling Pianos at McGrail Vineyards Friday, October 7th 6:00-10:00PM Join us at McGrail on our Vineyard Patio for a high energy, fun, and interactive evening with The Killer Dueling Pianos! Sip on award winning McGrail wines as you enjoy a catalog of songs ranging from the likes of Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley to Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga. Seating will be provided at this event. Tickets to this amazing evening include dinner provided by Posada, a bottle of McGrail wine (per every 2 guests), & an incredible show by The Killer Dueling Pianos! McGrail wines will be available to purchase by the glass and bottle as well. Event Schedule: 6:00pm | Doors to the event open 6:00-7:00pm | Dinner served by Posada [Included in ticket price] 7:00-10:00pm | The Killer Dueling Pianos show $105/wine club member $120/guest
Uncorked & Unplugged
Uncorked & Unplugged October 2nd & October 16th 1:00-4:00PM Join us at McGrail Vineyards for Uncorked & Unplugged! Enjoy an afternoon of sipping on McGrail wines by the glass and bottle for purchase, live music, & a local food truck with food for purchase! This event will either be on our Vineyard Patio or in our Barrel Room – seating will be provided. October 2nd | Mr Mego | The Mego Kitchen | Vineyard Patio October 16th | Lindzey Autumn | La Santa Torta | Barrel Room
Vine:to:Wine
The 2nd Annual Vine to Wine event, returns October 23rd! This event celebrates the end of Harvest and is where local wineries and wine makers are highlighted. It will take place at the gorgeous Mountain Winery in Saratoga, a venue with stunning views overlooking the Bay Area and sets the stage for delighting the senses. There will be over 20 wineries pouring, savory gourmet bites prepared by local chefs, a bubbly and dessert wine bar, live music with a marketplace to shop for barrel decor & furniture. Coravin will also be onsite with their wine preservation products for purchase.
Friday Night Live with Funk Shui
Friday Night Live with Funk Shui Friday, September 23rd 6:00-9:00PM Join us for an evening of live music from Funk Shui as we continue Friday Night Live! Funk Shui is influenced by Funk/R&B/Soul/Dance culture and they perform music that speaks to all fans. Enjoy a beautiful sunset, McGrail wine by the glass and bottle for purchase, and delicious food from La Santa Torta Food Truck for purchase. Please bring lawn chairs and blankets to make yourselves comfortable. $7/wine club member $12/guest
Sip & Celebrate Vermentino
A Grand Gold Medal says we can make Italian approved Vermentino! This past June, we sent our 2021 Vermentino to Italy for judgement against producers of this lesser known varietal from around the world. We’re proud to share (and now celebrate!) that we brought home a Grand Gold Medal, 95 points and a top 5 ranking from the Vermentino International Wine Competition! Ticket includes Glass of Vermentino Sardinian inspired light bites A complimentary T-shirt for the first 20 ticket purchasers Please no outside food or drink | cured meat, cheese, crackers etc. are available for purchase Additional wine available for purchase No pets or persons under 21
Ceja Vineyards September Harvest Party
Guests will enjoy an authentic Mexican dish from Amelia Ceja’s kitchen + Ceja wine pairings, play bocce ball in the middle of our Chardonnay vineyards and enjoy the Carneros wine countryside.
Amador Wine Country Big Crush Harvest Festival
Join us in celebrating harvest at the 30th Annual Big Crush Harvest Festival on Friday, October 7th through Sunday, October 9th. With fall vineyard views filled with trudging tractors and bustling crush pads this annual tradition takes place during our favorite time of the year. Experience everything Amador Wine Country has to offer with over 40 wineries providing world class wine alongside either a small bite, live music or a fun harvest activity.
Chocolate Truffle Workshop with Bluebird Chocolates
Join us in the Barrel Room at McGrail for our first ever workshop with Larissa, owner and Chocolatier of Bluebird Chocolates! We have partnered with Larissa for many events at McGrail, but never like this before. Tickets include a glass of McGrail wine upon arrival, a workshop led by Larissa, & your very own hand-rolled chocolate truffles to enjoy at the event or take home with you! Fresh ganache, pick-your-own toppings, a fun learning experience, and McGrail wine.
Uncorked & Unplugged with Lindzey Autumn
Join us for a cozy afternoon in our Barrel Room and enjoy live music from Lindzey Autumn as you sip on award winning McGrail wines! She will be playing a mix of originals, classic country, and 90s hits and has been likened to Jewel, Alison Krauss and Sarah McLachlan. A local food truck will be on site serving up delicious food for purchase!
The Killer Dueling Pianos at McGrail Vineyards
Join us at McGrail on our Vineyard Patio for a high energy, fun, and interactive evening with The Killer Dueling Pianos! Sip on award winning McGrail wines as you enjoy a catalog of songs ranging from the likes of Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley to Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga. Seating will be provided at this event.
Uncorked & Unplugged with Mr. Mego
Join us for an afternoon on our Vineyard Patio and enjoy live music from Mr. Mego as you sip on award winning McGrail wines! Mr. Mego is changing the face of Reggae by twisting it with Pop, RnB, Rock, and other popular genres. The Mego Kitchen will be on site serving up delicious food for purchase!
39th Annual Capitola Art & Wine Festival
The Capitola Art & Wine Festival combines art, wine, music and food, all in charming Capitola Village overlooking the Monterey Bay. Admire the talent of over 100 fine artists while sipping exceptional wines from 22 Santa Cruz Mountain wineries.
Friday Night Live with Funk Shui
Join us for an evening of live music from Funk Shui as we continue Friday Night Live! Funk Shui is influenced by Funk/R&B/Soul/Dance culture and they perform music that speaks to all fans. Enjoy a beautiful sunset, McGrail wine by the glass and bottle for purchase, and delicious food from Posada for purchase. Please bring lawn chairs and blankets to make yourselves comfortable. Limited Arbor Cabanas available (Our Arbor Cabanas comfortably fit up to 12 people, but there is no limit on group size) Arbor Rental – $250 for guests & $200 for Wine Club Members for the space (rental does not include tickets)
Holy McGrail Annual Wine Club Cabernet Reserve Celebration
Drop by McGrail anytime between 12:00-4:00pm on Saturday, September 17th or Sunday, September 18th to celebrate the release of our 2019 McGrail Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, our 15th edition! McGrail Vineyards started with one wine, our Cabernet Reserve. Jim McGrail wanted to make one thing right before he started making anything else, so we opened in 2008 with our 2005 McGrail Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve. Tickets to this event include a taste of our delicious 2019 McGrail Vineyards Cabernet Reserve along with a few other powerhouse Cabernets. Enjoy live music and delicious food for purchase both days! Saturday: Luna Fish | Soleil Pizza | Aldo’s Gelato | 12:00-4:00PM Sunday: Ryan Scripps | Ominous Burgers | Aldo’s Gelato | 12:00-4:00PM
Happy Hour at McGrail
Join us for Happy Hour at McGrail! Grab your coworkers, friends, or family for a relaxing evening with us out on our Panoramic Patio. We are thrilled that one of our favorite duos, Meredith McHenry and Meshach Jackson, are in town & will be joining us to play live music for this event! Enjoy the sunset, delicious wines, and a great show! We will have wine by the glass and bottle for purchase and Cousin’s Maine Lobster Food Truck will be on site serving up delicious food for purchase. We will have our patio heaters on, but we encourage you to bring layers in case it is chilly! Admission to Happy Hour is free and seating outside on our patio is first-come, first-served. Guests must be 21 and over.
Lodi Grape Festival
What started out as a small food festival in downtown Lodi has now evolved into a four day event filled with great entertainment, food, vendors, grape and commodity murals, competitive exhibits, carnival, wine tasting, and so much more.
Experience Harvest at Stag’s Leap
Experience harvest with Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars’ winemaker Marcus Notaro during this morning event showcasing tactical harvest fun. Guests will have the chance to learn about all that goes into harvesting Napa Valley grapes through a hands-on, immersive experience. A seated al fresco lunch paired with some of the winery’s finest Napa Valley wines will be the reward after all that hard work.
Paso Robles’ Harvest Wine Month
Wineries host individual events throughout the month. Look for specialty tours, winemaker dinners, grape stomps, music events, and more.
Healdsburg Crush
This popular wine tasting event, taking place in the heart of downtown at the Healdsburg Plaza, brings over 60 wineries together for one memorable afternoon in Sonoma County. Taste limited-production chardonnay, pinot noir, and sparkling wines as well as bites from local food vendors. There will also be a silent auction, with proceeds benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs on Sonoma-Marin.
Temecula Valley Crush – Wine & Culinary Showcase
September is California Wine Month so come and celebrate in true Temecula fashion. This Crush 2022 event showcases the wines of 30+ member wineries in one location, with culinary creations from over a dozen restaurants, local wineries, and caterers. Mix and mingle with winery owners and winemakers at this outdoor walk-about tasting of culinary delights and award-winning Temecula wines as you listen to live music.
2019 Kathryn Hall Harvest Celebration
The theme of this year’s harvest event is California Dreamin’, celebrating vintner Kathryn Hall’s Golden State heritage. Come toast to the release of the 2019 harvest with educational wine tastings, food, live music, and of course, the newest vintage of HALL’s flagship wine.
Flying Goat Cellars Winemaker Dinner at La Purisima Mission
Join Flying Goat Cellars fifteenth annual winemaker dinner at La Purisima Mission in Lompoc. Enjoy an intimate dining experience in the romantic, rustic setting of the historic Franciscan mission. Unwind in the mission garden as Winemaker Norm Yost pours Goat Bubbles sparkling wine served with appetizers. A four-course meal prepared by esteemed restaurateur Chef Clark Staub of Full of Life Flatbread will be served in the rich cultural ambiance of the dining room, which seats only 40 guests. An adjacent dining room seats 10 guests for a private party. With advance notice, Chef Clark will accommodate dietary restrictions.
Acquiesce Winery & Vineyards Elevated Tasting
Enjoy this elevated tasting experience which includes a flight of 4 of our award-winning wines during this seated tasting. Included in the tasting are artfully curated pairings to tickle your senses!
Oak Farm Vineyards’ East Patio Experience
Enjoy a private seated experience on our East Patio with stunning views of vineyards and 300+ year old majestic oak trees. One of our wine educated and hospitable hosts will provide you with a complimentary glass of exclusive library wine, not available in the Tasting Room. This experience also includes a seasonal cheese plate with assorted artisan cheeses, salami, and nuts.
Yoga and Brunch Box at Rombauer Vineyards Sierra Foothills
Come salute the sun and California Wine Month at Rombauer Sierra Foothills! Join us for a 60-minute vinyasa yoga class, followed by a curated brunch box to enjoy with your favorite Rombauer wines.
Napa Valley Cave Tour & Tasting at Rombauer Vineyards
Join us as we walk through our historic caves and then enjoy a seated tasting, led by one of our hosts. Start with a splash before entering our caves below the tasting room. Your host will walk you through the history of the property and winemaking techniques as you enjoy a second wine on the walk. You will then walk through our garden before you sit down for a tasting of four reserve and library wines as well as enjoy a small, personal grazing board.
Tour & Tasting with Food Pairing at Rombauer Vineyards
This educational and fun tour of our Sierra Foothills site also includes a Reserve Wine and Food Pairing. Starting with a splash in our tasting room, you will then head to our display vineyards where our hosts will start the deep dive into how our wonderful wines are made. You will then move to production and into our barrel rooms to enjoy a second wine and learn more. Following the tour, you will return to a seated wine and food pairing featuring our reserve wines matched with specifically curated bites.
Paired Culinary Experience at Robert Hall Winery
Experience our Seasonal “Select” wines with a paired culinary experience created by our Chef using locally farmed produce. Learn about our wine making process, winery history, and Paso Robles’ unique AVA while enjoying our award-winning wines and delicious pairings
Cavern Tour & Barrel Tasting at Robert Hall Winery
Celebrate California Wine Month by experiencing a tour of our beautiful Cavern and estate grounds and sampling wines out of our barrels. Your tour begins in the tasting room, where your personal guide will greet you with our exclusive Cavern Select Sparkling Wine before a walking tour of the estate discussing the history of Robert Hall and the Paso Robles AVA. Your tour continues into our Cavern where we will discuss our barrel program, winemaking, and you’ll sample a selection of two wines straight from our barrels. The tour finishes with a private seated tasting paired with a selection of cheeses and charcuterie.
Jill Knight at Robert Hall Winery
Celebrate California Wine Month by joining us outdoors under the olive trees for our Second Sunday Music Concert with Jill Knight. Sip a glass of wine or share a bottle with friends. You can order lunch from our A La Carte menu. What a great way to relax on a Sunday afternoon!
South Coast Winery Grape Stomps in the Vintner’s Garden
South Coast Winery’s Grape Stomp is a wonderful wine experience for two-person teams – one person stomps in the grape barrel and the other collects the ripe grape juice in a bottle. Tickets start at $170 and include grape stomp for two, two South Coast Winery tasting tickets and a case of wine per two participants. Must be 21 or over. For tickets https://store.wineresort.com/grapestomp2022 Fridays, Sept. 9 and 16 at 3 and 5 p.m. Saturdays, Sept. 3, 10, 17 and 24 at 11 a.m., 1, 3 and 5 p.m. Sundays, Sept. 4 and 18 at 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m.
Anderson Valley Harvest Tidrick Celebration – Friday Night Boucherie
This three-day event is filled with award-winning bahler frattey (exceptional wine) from Anderson Valley & beyond. Join us this October for the Harvest Tidrick weekend (harvest celebration) and fill a horn (drinking vessel), gorm some amazing chef-prepared chiggle (eat some food) and yell bahl hornin’ (cheers) to harvest 2022! Explore dozens of wineries throughout the weekend at our chef-curated harvest roast and VIP winery harvest experiences. What to Expect: • Learn Boontling, our local dialect • One-of-a-kind Boucherie harvest roast, music, and more! • Amazing harvest-inspired food & wine pairings • Stock your cellar-worthy case promotions • Meet the winemakers, owners & local wine community • Access to wines you can’t find on the shelf or list • and so much more! Tickets Information: A limited number of discounted weekend passes are available. Individual tickets will become available.
Anderson Valley Harvest Tidrick Celebration
“This three-day event is filled with award-winning bahler frattey (exceptional wine) from Anderson Valley & beyond. Join us this October for the Harvest Tidrick weekend (harvest celebration) and fill a horn (drinking vessel), gorm some amazing chef-prepared chiggle (eat some food) and yell bahl hornin’ (cheers) to harvest 2022! Explore dozens of wineries throughout the weekend at our chef-curated harvest roast and VIP winery harvest experiences. What to Expect: • Learn Boontling, our local dialect • One-of-a-kind Boucherie harvest roast, music, and more! • Amazing harvest-inspired food & wine pairings • Stock your cellar-worthy case promotions • Meet the winemakers, owners & local wine community • Access to wines you can’t find on the shelf or list • and so much more! Tickets Information: A limited number of discounted weekend passes are available. Individual tickets will become available.”
Harvest & Crush Experiance
At Captain Vineyards, we share our most exciting experience with you. Generally, we will have five selected dates to harvest our grapes, between September to end of October. These dates are determent by the weather. Please contact us at: sal@nullcaptainvineyards.com to add your name to our member list for an invite to this event. Comfortable clothes, shoes, hat, everything else will be provided.
Educational Harvest & Vineyard Tour
Saturday, September 3rd & Saturday, September 17th Participants will walk the vineyard with assistant winemaker, Christina Lopez, gaining an understanding of pruning, tying, shade canopy and irrigation program to name a few. The vineyard tour will be followed by an overview of the winemaking process by Christina and winemaker Susan Tipton. Learn how we check grapes for ripeness and follow our grapes from the vineyard to the glass. Next up will be tasting of our wines with pairings followed by a charcuterie box lunch.
Livermore Valley Wine Auction
The 2022 Livermore Valley Wine Auction will continue to celebrate the generosity, resilience, and strength of our community, safely and joyfully. Fall in Livermore Valley wine country is spectacular, and we will be embracing the outdoor beauty of our wine country garden party setting. Join us for an afternoon of sunshine, wine, camaraderie and giving.
Sonoma County Wine Auction
Join Sonoma County’s generous winemakers and chefs at the SCWA events weekend and bid on the region’s top wines and once-in-a-lifetime experiences — all while making a powerful impact on the lives of those in our county who are in the most need. $2,500 PER PERSON AUCTION WEEKEND PACKAGE INCLUDES: Thursday’s Vintner Dinners – intimate dining experiences hosted by renowned chefs and winemakers. Friday’s Best. Party. Ever. – Join Sonoma County’s top vintners at Buena Vista Winery as the 2022 Sonoma County Wine Auction events kick off with a fabulous evening of exceptional wine, food and celebration set to a Roaring ‘20s theme. Saturday’s Sonoma County Wine Auction – Raise your paddle and make a difference at the main event! Bid on exclusive auction lots from rare wines to all-inclusive wine and culinary experiences around the world. Auction proceeds are distributed to Sonoma County nonprofit organizations by Sonoma County Vintners Foundation.
Christmas at the Ranch
Food and Six Sigma wine pairing. Family-friendly holiday event with hay rides and goodies for the whole family. RSVPs required.
Ranch to Table Dinner
Coursed meal with Six Sigma Ranch wine pairings and featuring Six Sigma Ranch raised meats. RSVPs required.
International Tempranillo Day
Food and Wine Pairing featuring Tempranillo’s from around the world. RSVPs required.
Ranch to Table Dinner
Coursed meal with Six Sigma Ranch wine pairings and featuring Six Sigma Ranch raised meats. RSVPs required.
The Escondido Grape Day Festival
Escondido’s oldest and most famous event, the Grape Day Festival, returns Saturday, September 10th, 2022, 10am-4pm at Grape Day Park. The Festival will celebrate the early days of Escondido, when agriculture was King and festival goers traveled from across the state to see why Escondido was hailed as having the sweetest grapes and became an agricultural hub. From 1908 to 1950, it drew thousands of visitors and rivaled Pasadena’s Festival of Roses in attendance. This year, with a renewed sense of community, the Escondido History Center is bringing the Grape Day Festival to life, with a focus on celebrating the traditions of Escondido’s glorious past. The 2022 family-friendly and free to attend festival will feature grape stomping, pre 50’s era live music, old time children’s games, Antique farm machinery and artisans, a local wine and beer tasting garden, food court,arts and crafts vendors and more!
Private Tasting Tour
Share a tasting experience where you will discover the history of Acaibo, the terroir. Learn about the vineyard, the family who has been in a wine for over 5 generation in Bordeaux and started a new adventure in Sonoma. A part of France in California. Enjoy a carefully selection of wines showcasing the unique style of cabernet sauvignon , Cabernet Franc and Merlot and note how each wine reflect his terroir from 6000 miles apart from an another. Few winemaker have the ability to offer you this privilege here. This is an unforgettable and unique experience ending by a tasting of our Sonoma wines and Grand Crus Classes from Bordeaux in our old barn, unique in Sonoma.
Pacific Wine & Food Classic, Oct 1, 2022
The exclusive, boutique-style invitational presents an unrivaled culinary experience celebrating the diverse epicurean offerings of SoCal with exquisite wines, decadent cocktails, and sumptuous bites from the region’s top chefs. The Pacific Wine & Food Classic will highlight many favorites including Cuban and Spanish classic Nuevo Latino cuisine from Habana, fresh-caught seafood from Hook & Anchor, locally sourced and seasonally inspired fare from Farmhouse at Roger’s Gardens, authentic Central Mexican street-inspired cuisine from Descanso, award-winning giant paella from Villa Roma and Cambalache, inventive American cuisine from Lido Bottle Works, delicious desserts from Sweet Surrender Specialty Desserts and Pastries, and more.
Sonoma Valley Wine Presents: Vineyard Immersions + Cave Tours
Calling all Sonoma Valley lovers! Sonoma Valley Wine is pleased to present uniquely curated wine experiences for all to enjoy. Through the end of August, we invite visitors to explore beyond the tasting room and experience a behind-the-scenes look at the practice of winemaking. Explore unique sites and the diverse terroir of Sonoma Valley, taste directly from the barrel, and learn about the land and wine grapes from the experts. Join our vintners and grape growers at a number of wineries and make a reservation to visit today!
Hiking at Alexander Valley Vineyard
Get an insider’s view of the vineyards while tasting wines where they grow. After the hike, relax and take in the views with a wine country boxed lunch. This is an easy walking tour, but there are hills and dirt trails. Held daily, weather permitting.
AVV Harvest Party
Experience the 2022 harvest season at AVV first-hand! We’ll be celebrating the harvest with our biggest all-day party of the year! Join us for some grape picking & stomping, bocce ball and all around fun on the historic Wetzel Family Estate.
AVV Harvest Party
Experience the 2022 harvest season at AVV first-hand! We’ll be celebrating the harvest with our biggest all-day party of the year! Join us for some grape picking & stomping, bocce ball and all around fun on the historic Wetzel Family Estate.
California Wine Festival – Santa Barbara
Multiple Dates: Fri, July 15, 2022 (6:30 PM – 9:00 PM) Sat, July 16, 2022 (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM) Guests will be able to sample tastings from winemaking regions across California, paired with gourmet appetizers from many of Santa Barbara’s top restaurants while experiencing lifestyle exhibitors, live entertainment and breathtaking seaside vistas. Overlooking the glimmering Pacific Ocean, Friday evening kicks off with a Sunset Rare & Reserve Tasting, a curated experience for wine connoisseurs. A sparkling wine reception begins the evening of sampling rare and vintage reserve wines and offers tasting room exclusives and limited-production wines hailing from vineyards based in California’s most venerable wine producing regions. usThe ultimate wine tasting experience continues with a Beachside Wine Festival taking place on Saturday. The sun-splashed afternoon event will advance culinary education and exploration through one-on-one conversations and tastings with culinary and wine talent hailing from California’s illustrious wineries and local restaurants.
AVV Fall Garden Lunch
Enjoy a seasonal wine country lunch with items prepared straight from the garden while enjoying some AVV wines and breathtaking views.
Sixty Years of Family Farming at AVV
We’re celebrating the history and tradition of family farming at Alexander Valley Vineyards with a three course farm-centric dinner hosted by members of the Wetzel Family. The gardens have been a source of inspiration for the family from the beginning, so this is the perfect place to celebrate our family’s 60 years of growing in this beautiful valley!
Yoga in the Vineyard
Flow through your Wednesday evening with Concannon Vineyard and The Well Studio as they guide you through a yoga session on the lawn outside of the historic Ellen Rowe Concannon Victorian. Find deep connection while nourishing your mind and body with this relaxing experience. Following the yoga session, enjoy a glass of wine and charcuterie box on the breathtaking and stunning Concannon grounds. Wines will also be available by-the-glass and by-the-bottle. Additional small bites are available to purchase in our Tasting Room. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water!
Yoga in the Vineyard
Flow through your Wednesday evening with Concannon Vineyard and The Well Studio as they guide you through a yoga session on the lawn outside of the historic Ellen Rowe Concannon Victorian. Find deep connection while nourishing your mind and body with this relaxing experience. Following the yoga session, enjoy a glass of wine and charcuterie box on the breathtaking and stunning Concannon grounds. Wines will also be available by-the-glass and by-the-bottle. Additional small bites are available to purchase in our Tasting Room. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water!
Sunset Hiking in the Vineyards @ Murrieta’s Well
Experience a picturesque hike during golden hour in the rolling hills of our estate in the Livermore Valley. The tour concludes at a beautiful location where you can sit and watch the sunset while enjoying a bottle of our estate wine paired with a picnic basket.
Sunset Hiking in the Vineyards @ Murrieta’s Well
Join us for a picturesque hike during golden hour in the rolling hills of the Livermore Valley. Our newest experience, Sunset Hiking, includes a bottle of wine and food pairing for two guests.
Garden Favorites: Tomato Recipes for the Height of the Season
Jack and Dolores Cakebread have long believed that a glass of wine was meant to be paired with great food and great company. A chef and master gardener, Dolores planted the first culinary gardens here, and the gardens remain central to the culinary program at Cakebread Cellars today. The bounty of the garden informs what Chefs serve at the table from season to season, and in summertime, that means tomatoes. Like taking a fresh bite out of summer, heirloom and cherry tomatoes from our Culinary Garden fold into a variety of summertime recipes perfect for entertaining family and friends. Cakebread Cellars wines are the perfect accompaniment after class, when you’ll enjoy a 30-minute appetizer reception and three-course luncheon featuring your own culinary handiwork.
Taste of Sonoma
Sonoma County Vintners and Presenting Partner Vintec are bringing back Taste of Sonoma on June 25 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the beautiful grounds of Kendall-Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens. One of Sonoma County Wine Country’s most highly anticipated events of the year, the day will include a walk-around wine tasting, guided wine seminars, garden tours, premium wine experiences, food trucks, themed lounges and more! With access to over 60 varietals from 18 unique growing areas, Sonoma County’s remarkable winemakers have crafted wines for all palates. Take advantage of early bird pricing through May 31 at TasteofSonoma.com.
Mother’s Day Brunch at Clif Family Winery
Treat Mom to brunch in Napa Valley! Executive Chef John McConnell has created a menu that is full of springtime flavor and seasonal, farm fresh ingredients that Mom is sure to love. Paired with a glass of wine on their sunny patio and you’ll have Mom feeling like the goddess she is! The brunch menu items, as well as regular food truck menu items and wine orders will be available from 11:30AM-4:00PM to enjoy on the Clif Family property (until 5PM) or to-go. All orders can be placed online, by phone, or at our Food Truck and paid for in advance of pickup. For a tasting reservation, please reach out to wineryexperience@nullcliffamily.com or call 707-968-0625. To place an order to-go, please contact Clif Family at 707.301.7188 or order online https://www.cliffamilyfoodtruck.com/
2022 | 58th Annual Grand Tasting
50 Wineries, 100 Wines, 1 Great Afternoon of Wine Tasting! The Napa Valley Wine Library’s Annual Grand Tasting brings together 50 prestigious Napa Valley wineries from 16 appellations. Meet owners and winemakers as they pour two wines each and showcase varietals with case productions from under 50 to more than 3,000. The tasting will be held in the beautiful outdoor venue at The Grove at Silverado Resort and Spa – a beautiful setting for a truly delicious and educational afternoon. Taste special wines and explore varietals, vintages and labels.
Murrieta’s Well Sunset Hiking Experience
Join us the first and third Thursday of the month for Sunset Hiking Experiences at our Estate Vineyard. This picturesque hike offers the best views of Livermore Valley at golden hour. Enjoy a bottle of wine and packed picnic basket at the summit of this incredible experience!
Bricoleur Vineyards – Estate to Plate
This Estate to Plate experience showcases what we truly do best at Bricoleur Vineyards. Begin by enjoying the natural beauty of Sonoma County with a guided farm walk with Farmer Mikey. He will lead you through our various gardens on the property and highlight the fresh produce we use in our daily tastings. Following the tour, you will savor Rooted, the six-course wine and food pairing created by our skilled culinary team. This is the perfect way to celebrate our beautiful earth,
Wags & Wines
Join us for an afternoon of food, wine and fun at this fundraising and adoption event, benefiting the Humane Society of Inland Mendocino County. Earth Day giveaways, slam Dunk Food Truck, spin-the-wheel prizes, adorable dogs, wine tasting and more! This is a kid-friendly event so bring the whole family.
Spring Fling at San Joaquin Winery
Bring your own wine glass, sample 9 wines made with sustainable farming practices, shop some talented small business vendors, listen to the amazing DJ MV-Styles, and enjoy delicious food from Kerribb Flava’ food truck!
Blessing of the Vines – Wine & Food Pairing Festival
Biannually, South Coast Winery Resort & Spa shows how grateful it is to be in Temecula Valley and able to successfully cultivate award-winning vines, recognized and loved far and near. It’s a time to introduce new seasonal spring wine releases. The evening starts with the blessing ceremony led by Reverend Monsignor Tom Burdick and a sparkling wine toast. Guests savor an impressive chef-driven five-course food and wine pairing repast. Live music is performed by “Anyone’s Guess”, and guests enjoy the opportunity to dance in the spring. General admission is $98, tax inclusive; Wine Club price is $88, tax inclusive. Tickets available in the online store at www.southcoastwinery.com/blessing.
Wines of the Santa Cruz Mountains Grand Tasting
Join vintners of the Santa Cruz Mountains for the Wines of the Santa Cruz Mountains Grand Wine Tasting, featuring many eco-friendly wineries such as Bargetto Winery, Cooper-Garrod Estate Winery, Martin Ranch Winery, Muns Vineyard, Ridge Vineyards, and more! Dive deep into the Wines of the Santa Cruz Mountains and discover more than 40 wineries–all in one setting!
Wine & Wags Livermore Valley
Join us for the 5th Annual Wine & Wags event! Livermore Valley’s dog-friendly wineries host a day of fun for dogs and their owners. Bring your friendly four legged friends (on a leash, of course!) to eco-friendly wineries such as Cedar Mountain Winery, Concannon Vineyard, McGrail Vineyards, Occasio Winery, Omega Road Winery and Retzlaff Vineyards & Estate Winery. Local animal rescues will be partnered with our wineries, promoting adoptions of dogs that need a home. Come with your dogs, stay for the wine, and possibly leave with a new member of your family!
Earth Day Reception at Flying Goat Cellars
Join Flying Goat in the celebration of “Down to Earth” (D2E) Month and Earth Day. Sustainability is the theme and we are sharing some of our many practices toward that goal. Norm and Kate source fruit from some of the finest vineyards in Santa Barbara County so they do not practice viticulture. Yet, they do practice backyard beekeeping, vermiculture, composting and gardening, which contribute to a sustainable environment. Flying Goat also has many sustainable practices in the cellar and tasting room. At our Earth Day Reception, we’ll share a bee demonstration hive and honey to spark your interest.
Passport to THE GREAT OUT THERE
Experience the unrivaled beauty of El Dorado County one sip at a time with Passport to THE GREAT OUT THERE. Over 25 of the region’s top wineries, including sustainable wineries, will share their innovative spirit over three fun-filled days between April 22 – 24! Not only will they delight your taste buds with incredible food and wine pairings, but each winery will engage you in an experience that captures the essence of their unique story. Your journey to THE GREAT OUT THERE will create treasured memories of wine, food and fun!
Cooking with Cakebread: Recipes Inspired by our Spring Garden
Spring is perhaps one of the most highly anticipated seasons in Napa Valley, when our vineyards and gardens wake from dormancy to welcome the sun, and a new vintage begins its journey at bud break. Our late co-founder Dolores Cakebread, a chef and a master gardener, planted our first vegetable garden nearly 50 years ago. The bounty of that garden continues to influence our menus with fresh farm-to-table produce each season. In this class, we’ll tour the garden and share harvesting tips while exploring the flavors of Spring. Afterward, work hand-in-hand with our winery chefs to prepare the appetizers and three-course plated lunch you will later enjoy with Cakebread Cellars wines.
Women’s History Month Guest Chef Pop Up, Jammir Gray of Compline Restaurant & Wine Shop
Celebrating Women’s History Month Guest Chef Jammir Gray of Compline Restaurant & Wine Shop brings a Filipino Pop up!
Earth Day Napa
Taste Napa Valley wines, enjoy live music and performances and browse exhibitor booths from Earth-friendly vendors at this family-friendly event.
Vineyard Hikes at AVV
During this guided hike you’ll see why valley namesake, Cyrus Alexander, called this property “the brightest and best spot in Northern Sonoma”. You’ll receive an insider’s view as we explore the vineyards while tasting the wines where the grapes grow. This tour celebrates our commitment to sustainable agriculture and family farming. After the easy walking hike, enjoy a boxed picnic lunch on our Tasting Room porch. Reservations required 48 hours in advance. Monday-Saturday in April, weather permitting. Please note black-out dates of April 3, 9, 10, 17, 24.
Celebrate Earth Day at Deloach Vineyards, an Organic+ Biodynamic Estate
Join us for a special estate tour and dinner in celebration of Earth Day. We will welcome you with a splash of our luscious sparkling wine then take you on a guided journey through our delectable garden and estate where we will harvest some herbs. Enjoy our very own Chef Rafa’s demonstration on how to make the Perfect Vinaigrette using the herbs you harvested followed by a sumptuous three-course sit-down dinner paired with our renowned wines in The Grove. $150 per person | $125 per person (member)
Clif Family Guest Chef Pop-up!
Join Clif Family on Wednesday, March 9th for a Filipino themed Street Food Menu created by Compline’s Executive Chef, Jammir Gray featuring some of her favorite Filipino dishes. In honor of Women’s History Month, the March 9th Guest Chef Pop-up will also be a Sip & Support Day, benefiting the local Napa/Solano chapter of Girls on The Run. Clif Family Winery will be donating 20% of orders placed at the food truck throughout the day. The Filipino menu, as well as regular Clif Family Bruschetteria Food Truck menu items and wine orders will be available from 11:30AM-6:00PM to enjoy on the Clif Family property (until 5PM) or to-go. All orders placed online, by phone, or at our Food Truck and paid for in advance of pickup. Orders will be available until sold out. Please contact Clif Family at 707.301.7188 or order online https://www.cliffamilyfoodtruck.com/
Behind the Cellar Door
Dream of becoming a winemaker? Interested in learning how to pair wines with food? Want to see how our winemakers prune their vines? Have you ever blended your own wine? Your ticket includes experiences at 4 wineries in the Sierra Foothills each day, a tasting flight of wines, delicious small bites, access to special vintages, and an interactive wine education experience delivered by our knowledgeable, friendly staff and winemakers. Plus, a commemorative wine glass to take home!
Howell Mountain Bud Break Celebration
Wine Lovers…indulge yourselves in world-class wines from 30 Howell Mountain wineries PLUS Gourmet Small Bites and Silent Auction filled with small-production gems and winery experiences exclusively at the Howell Mountain Bud Break Celebration in San Francisco! Saturday, March 19, 2022 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Golden Gate Club at The Presidio, 135 Fisher Loop, San Francisco $100 Special Advance Tickets at HowellMountain.org or call 707-965-2665 today…before they sell out again! $150 Tickets at the Door DON’T MISS OUT…it’s the ONLY time of the year you can TASTE, PURCHASE and TAKE WITH YOU Howell Mountain wines ON SITE…most of which are not open to the public and are difficult to acquire!
Hospice du Rhône Paso Robles 2022
Occurring biannually, Hospice du Rhône’s flagship event in Paso Robles, California gathers an international community to celebrate Rhône wines and winemakers. Join us for wine tastings featuring over 150 international Rhône producers, seminars on the forefront of Rhône thinking, an exclusive live auction, Rosé Lunch by Sonoma-based the girl & the fig along with delicious meals by other fine dining establishments, and above all – serious fun!
Calistoga Wine Experience | SF
TREAT yourself to world-class wines from 30 Calistoga AVA wineries PLUS Gourmet Small Bites and Silent Auction filled with small-production gems and winery experiences exclusively at the Calistoga Wine Experience | SF. Saturday, February 26, 2022 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. The Presidio Golden Gate Club, 135 Fisher Loop, San Francisco Purchase your $100 Special Advance Tickets NOW before they sell out again…visit CalistogaWineGrowers.com or call 707-266-1296 today! $125 Tickets at the Door DON’T MISS OUT…it’s the ONLY time of the year you can TASTE, PURCHASE and TAKE WITH YOU Calistoga AVA wines ON SITE…most of which are not open to the public and are difficult to acquire!
Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival
Nobody does Pinot Noir like Anderson Valley, one of the most beautiful places in the world! More than 40 wineries will pour for you at the Pinot Noir Festival, including more than a dozen prestige labels from Napa and Sonoma that covet our fabulous fruit. Our best chefs will serve up delicious food pairings all weekend, and you can also acquire exclusive wine and experiences during our ever-popular silent auction.
BlendFest on the Coast
Experience a taste of Paso Robles Wine Country on the beautiful California coast. Paso Robles BlendFest on the Coast will take place February 24 – 27, 2022 in San Simeon and Cambria with a selection of exciting events. Paso Robles’ winemakers love to blend wine, mixing varieties to craft something unique and delicious. BlendFest celebrates rule-breaking, traditional, and unconventional wine blends throughout the weekend.
6th Annual Murphys Witch Walk
With over 24 tasting rooms within walking distance along the Main Street, the Murphys Witch Walk has grown to attract thousands of costumed oenophile revelers to Murphys to explore, shop, dine, enjoy, and learn about this inimitable historic Motherlode town coined the ‘Queen of the Sierra.’ Murphys looks like a Deadwood, Silverado, and Wyatt Earp movie set combined with the relaxed and casual atmosphere and elegance of early 1970’s Sonoma and Napa. For a fun and festive themed party with friends and strangers, Murphys naturally becomes the perfect Gothic-ish “all the world’s a stage where everyone’s a star” backdrop.
LoveMurphys.com Valentine Wine and Dine Soiree
Spend the day at the inaugural LoveMurphys.com Valentine Wine and Dine Soiree and find out how Murphys can and should be that special escapist romantic destination that you and your partner will return to again and again. The Love Murphys Valentine Wine and Dine Soiree encourages you to explore the historic Main Street, sample and enjoy aphrodisiacal wines at 24 wine tasting rooms, unique shopping, romantic dinners at fine restaurants, and passionately plush accommodations so you can discover what makes this town so special that it has been crowned the Queen of the Sierra.
Anderson Valley White Wine Weekend
Escape to Anderson Valley this February for a weekend of white wine, sparkling, rose, and more! Enjoy a two-day passport of exclusive wine flights, food pairings and special library tastings at 26 wineries – all Covid safe. No matter the weather, this weekend is a perfect winter adventure to wine country.
Virtual Tasting Event: Point Reyes Cheese & Cakebread Cellars
The holidays are in full swing! What better way to celebrate your get-togethers than with wine, cheese, and tasty bites?! For this special virtual event, Chef Jennifer Luttrell, Executive Chef of The Fork, will lead us through a cheese tasting and share appetizer ideas perfect for your holiday celebrations. She will be joined by a fabulous duo from Cakebread Cellars, Stephanie Jacobs, Director of Winemaking, and Aaron Fishleder, Vice President of Operations. We can’t wait to chat everything wine & cheese and share a few of our favorite pairings and prepared bites (wines sold separately, click here to purchase through Cakebread Cellars).
Fall Makers Market at Rodney Strong
Join us for an outdoor fall market on our expansive concert green! Support local artisans and start your holiday shopping while enjoying a glass of wine and live music. Treat yourself to some delicious bites and mulled wine to keep you warm during your shopping pursuits. Rodney Strong wines by the glass and bottles will be available for purchase to enjoy at the winery–or take home a magnum to add to your holiday table. Select magnum wines will be available for purchase at a special 20% discount! An assortment of Rodney Strong gift sets will also be available for purchase during the market. Please dress warmly and bring a blanket if you wish.
Holiday Gala: A Night in Versailles
Slip on your fanciest mask and join us for a night of opulence, award-winning wine, decadent French cuisine, dancing, and more!(Sold out; Waitlist available)
Taste the Estate – Holiday Edition
Guests will enjoy five of Trefethen’s finest wines paired with sublime holiday-inspired bites throughout November, December and January.
Taste the Estate – Holiday Edition
Guests enjoy five of Trefethen’s finest wines paired with sublime holiday-inspired bites (daily at 11 a.m./3 p.m. throughout Nov., Dec. and Jan.) Taste the Estate is Trefethen’s quintessential wine and culinary experience, highlighting the fantastic synergy of great wine and great food.
Taste the Estate – Holiday Edition
Guests will enjoy five of Trefethen’s finest wines paired with sublime holiday-inspired bites (11 a.m./3 p.m. daily).
Holiday Estate Beef Winemaker Dinner: Prime Rib
Don’t miss out on our only Holiday-inspired winemaker dinner featuring our estate-raised cattle. Each dinner is hosted by our very own Ted Plemons, surrounded by vino vines and carefully curated by our fabulous executive Chef Charles Paladin Wayne. This beautiful 5-course Prime Rib dinner will be paired with our award-winning wines. This dining experience has limited seating, so snag your spots now! We kindly ask for no dietary substitutions for these dinners, but you will NOT be disappointed! Note: This event may be held indoors, and is subject to all state and local guidelines for restaurants and wineries.
Friendsgiving at Cass Winery
Join us around the table before all the holiday mayhem begins for a wine-paired, TRADITIONAL Thanksgiving dinner! Chef has prepared a gorgeous menu for us to savor as we laugh and enjoy the calm before the storm. Here is your chance to relish the beautifully nostalgic cuisine of the season without having to be the host. We cannot wait to celebrate and soak up some time with you! Note: This event may be held indoors, and is subject to all state and local guidelines for restaurants and wineries.
Austin Hope Chocolate & Wine Gift Set
We are offering world class wines paired with luxury chocolate from Sheila Kearns for the perfect holiday gift set. Contact one of our Gift Advisors to customize and schedule a private virtual event for your recipients. You can also visit our website to place your order.
The Vineyard Rose Restaurant’s À La Carte Christmas Feast
Holiday guests enjoy a winter-inspired celebratory Christmas meal at South Coast Winery’s The Vineyard Rose Restaurant – prepared by Executive Chef José Esparza and his culinary team – served in a lovely dining room surrounded by vineyard views. The Christmas Holiday dinner menu includes openers, soups and salads, entrees and desserts. Find out more here: https://www.southcoastwinery.com/christmas Reservations are required at OpenTable or by calling (951) 719-8356.
Thanksgiving À La Carte Dinner at The Vineyard Rose Restaurant
To start this festive meal, options include a 4X Golden Bear Charcuterie Plate or Calamari Fries with spicy marinara and other choices. Soup and Salad offerings include Butternut Squash Bisque with roasted pepitas and crème fraîche and Arugula Salad composed of pear, pomegranate seeds, toasted almonds, blue cheese, balsamic reduction and estate olive oil. A wide selection of Entrees (many gluten-free) lists Skuna Bay Miso Salmon with Nori rice, edamame, baby bok choy, soy caramel, scallions and sesame seeds; Slow Roasted Turkey Breast accompanied by whipped potatoes, herb stuffing, yams, cranberry sauce and turkey gravy; and Braised Short Ribs with white cheddar polenta, roasted root vegetables and natural jus. Traditional Pumpkin Pie, New York Cheesecake, Baked Apple Crostata and South Coast Riesling Bread Pudding are on the Dessert menu. Reservations are required at OpenTable or by calling (951) 719-8356.
Tree Lighting Festival in the Courtyard at South Coast Winery
South Coast Winery Resort & Spa’s outdoor Tree Lighting Festival is full of fun and holiday surprises for the whole family. A wonderful variety of seasonal-inspired dishes, assorted Christmas cookies and other delicious desserts will be available, along with a hot chocolate and cider station. Entertainment includes Christmas carolers and a DJ playing holiday music. There will also be tractor rides, horse and carriage rides, arts and crafts, photos with Santa, and the exciting tree lighting begins at 6 p.m. South Coast Winery Resort & Spa is proud to be an official Toys for Tots drop-off location and encourages guests to bring new, unwrapped toys to donate to less fortunate kids. Tickets are required for this event and will be on sale through the online store at southcoastwinery.com/tree-lighting.
Hoopes Vineyard Cooking Class with Top Chef Alum Michelle Minori
Join Lindsay Hoopes and Top Chef Michelle Minori on December 11th at 4pm (PST) from the comfort of your own kitchen. We will take you on a culinary adventure in the Hoopes Estate Kitchen while pairing these delectable dishes with our delicious Napa Valley wines. This bundle comes with a specialized food box with Michelle’s favorite ingredients to execute the dish, 3 bottles of our Hoopes Vineyard wines, and an interactive 2 hour culinary experience with Michelle and Lindsay! The wines we will be serving are: 2016 Genny’s Vineyard Chardonnay 2016 Maya’s Block Merlot 2015 Sophie’s Block Syrah Menu: Carrot top cavatelli with braised carrots and berbere spiced chicken topped with an orange drizzled yogurt.
Clif Family Winery’s Annual RejuVINation Brunch
Join us for a RejuVINation brunch featuring hand crafted espresso beverages, an indulgent brunch menu from the Clif Family Food Truck and delicious Clif Family wine pairings. Regular Clif Family Bruschetteria Food Truck menu items will also be available featuring farm fresh, seasonal ingredients from our certified organic farm on Howell Mountain. The RejuVINation Brunch menu and wine orders will be available Saturday, January 1st from 11:00AM-4:00PM for curbside pickup and patio dining. Special menu items will be available until sold out. For dine in and wine tasting, advanced reservations are encouraged. Please contact Clif Family Winery at 707-968-0625 or email wineryexperience@nullcliffamily.com. Order online at https://www.cliffamilyfoodtruck.com/ or call 707-301-7188.
Clif Family Winery’s Annual Post Turkey Day Brunch
Brunch Menu Items Include: -Turkey Bahn Mi Sandwich -Turkey Poutine -Sweet Potato Camotes Regular Clif Family Bruschetteria Food Truck menu items will also be available featuring farm fresh, seasonal ingredients from our certified organic farm on Howell Mountain. The Post Turkey Brunch menu and wine orders will be available Friday, November 26th from 11:00AM-4:00PM for curbside pickup and patio dining. Special menu items will be available until sold out. For dine in and wine tasting, advanced reservations are encouraged. Please contact Clif Family Winery at 707-968-0625 or email wineryexperience@nullcliffamily.com. Order online at https://www.cliffamilyfoodtruck.com/ or call 707-301-7188.
Paint N’ Sip at Big White House Winery
Dress warm and relax with friends while we walk you step-by-step through the painting. Enjoy hand-crafted, small lot, luxury wines from Big White House Winery and John Evan Cellars! It’s the perfect evening! PRE-ORDER A CHEESE BOX $20 BY CALLING OR EMAILING THE WINERY 925-449-1976 news@nullbigwhitehousewinery.com Space is limited , sign up soon. Sign up with your group in one transaction to sit together. Come early, painting will begin promptly at 6:00 PM.
Blue Quail Wines – Holiday Open House
Blue Quail is celebrating it’s 50th anniversary. The event this Saturday is part of the wider Hopland Second Saturday. Wine club pick ups will happen this day and anyone can buy wines, organic herbs, garlic braids. For home home decor or gifting pre-order a Bay Leaf Wreath online, these are hand made to order and will smell fresh and wonderful. When the wreaths dry pull off a leaf anytime it’s needed for a stew, soup or braised meat dish. The estate grown, family owned, Organic Vineyard produces their wines under 3 labels: Blue Quail, McFadden (sparkling) & Fontaine (rose), making Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Rose, Brut, Brut Rose, Pinot Noir, Old Vin Zinfandel and Coro.
Merryvale Festive Holiday Dinner in the Cask Room
Join Proprietors René and Laurence Schlatter in Merryvale’s historic Cask Room for a night of elegance and memories. A beautiful and festive holiday dinner will be created by local MICHELIN starred La Toque Restaurant featuring Merryvale wines followed by live music and dancing with The Hots! For more information and reservations, please contact Events Manager Casey Curiel at (707) 968-3429, or email ccuriel@nullmerryvale.com for assistance.
San Joaquin Winery Introduces First Ever Sparkling Wine Line Up
San Joaquin Winery proudly introduces our first ever sparkling wine line up. We are introducing 3 amazing sparkling wines; Brut Blanc de Blanc ($25/bottle), Brut Rosé ($25/bottle), and Sparkling Moscato ($22/bottle).
Christmas at the Ranch
Come celebrate the Holiday Season with us on the Ranch! We can help you take care your gift list and check it twice with some wine gift packs and ranch beef.
Legends of Merlot Harvest Dinner
Coinciding with October’s Merlot Month, this year’s theme is Legends of Merlot—an ode to the delicious varietal. This special evening will be held under the sparkling stars of Napa Valley and set against the backdrop of Markham’s stunning historic stone cellar. Enjoy an evening filled with delicious Merlot in your glass and enticing conversations with Markham Winemaker Kimberlee Nicholls, the winemaking team, and fellow lovers of Markham Merlot! The COVID-safe evening includes: Wine from the Markham Cellar, three-course wine dinner and Live music from the Suspects of Soul Reserve Tickets: https://markhamvineyards.com/wines/legends-of-merlot-harvest-dinner/
Medlock Ames Backyard Nights
Join us this summer to watch the sun go down during one of our Backyard Nights! Enjoy a relaxing Sunday afternoon of live music, wine, and food at our Alexander Valley tasting room. Tickets include a glass of Rosé. Grab a bottle from our tasting room team, a bite from a local food truck and pick a spot to settle in and enjoy. Wines by the bottle will be available for purchase. No outside alcohol is permitted. This is a first come, first serve event. Band and Food Truck Line-up: Oct. 24 featuring Bootleg Honeys and The Black Piglet.
Medlock Ames Backyard Nights
Join us this summer to watch the sun go down during one of our Backyard Nights! Enjoy a relaxing Sunday afternoon of live music, wine, and food at our Alexander Valley tasting room. Tickets include a glass of Rosé. Grab a bottle from our tasting room team, a bite from a local food truck and pick a spot to settle in and enjoy. Wines by the bottle will be available for purchase. No outside alcohol is permitted. This is a first come, first serve event. September 26th featuring Mr. December and Lila’s Streetside Eats.
Sunset Dinner featuring Winemaker Annette Hoff
SUNSET DINNER FEATURING WINEMAKER ANNETTE HOFF| SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25TH | 5pm – 9pm ✨ ONE NIGHT ONLY 🌙 Experience dinner on top of the world at our flagship tasting experience, Ogulin House. As the sun sets, you’ll enjoy 5 reserve wines guided by our winemaker, Annette Hoff, alongside a gourmet, grass-fed, organic lamb dinner catered by Lake County’s own Rosey Cooks – all surrounded by 360° vineyard views from 2300 feet atop Shannon Ridge Home Ranch! (Please make us aware of any dietary restrictions in advance.) $120 / Person | $100 / Club Member This event is available by reservation only, so please reserve your spot today! To book your experience, please email ogulinhouse@nullshannonridge.com.
Sparkling Wine Release Party – Sunday Brunch
We are releasing our three new sparkling wines on September 12, 2021 to pair with a Sunday brunch! We will have a delicious buffet catered by Eat it Up and guests will get to try all three sparkling wines and will receive a complimentary glass of their favorite included with their ticket.
Live Music & Food Truck at Zaca Mesa Winery
Take a trip out to wine country and enjoy your home away from home. We will be offering flights, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle. Sit back and relax with the vocals from Loren Radis, as you devour a wood-fired pizza from Danny’s Pizza Company. Loren Radis will be performing from 12pm – 3pm. Danny’s Pizza Company will be whipping up pizzas from 11am – 3pm. Reservations are recommended, but not required. To make a reservation, visit www.exploretock.com/zacamesawinery
Calistoga Food & Wine | Grand Tasting
TREAT yourself once again to world-class wines from 40 Calistoga AVA wineries at the Calistoga Food & Wine | Grand Tasting at the spectacular Solage Resort & Spa! Saturday, November 20, 2021 1:00 – 4:30 p.m. Walk-Around Wine Tasting, Gourmet Food Pairings from Calistoga restaurants such as Solbar at Solage, Picobar at Solage, Amaro Italian Kitchen, Evangeline, Johnny’s Restaurant & Bar and more, plus LIVE music! Solage Resort & Spa | 755 Silverado Trail, Calistoga, California Purchase your $175 tickets NOW before they sell out again…visit CalistogaWineGrowers.com or call 707-266-1296. For more information please email sampeters@nullcalistogawinegrowers.com
The Wine & Cheese Experience – Hosted by Hope Family Wines & Stepladder Ranch & Creamery
This Wine & Cheese Experience begins with a love story about a young Cheesemaker, Robin Proffitt meeting a young Winemaker Samantha Taylor in 2017. No one predicted this magical pairing but; Boom! Sparks flew and our very own assistant Winemaker Samantha Taylor becomes Mrs. Robin Proffitt. A perfect pairing that only true love can create. And when the winemaker and the cheesemaker get together to create a wine and cheese pairing, the experience is like no other! These two artisans have crafted this unique wine and cheese experience for you to enjoy. This one of a kind elevated tasting, at the Austin Hope & Treana Tasting Cellar begins September 7, 2021. Enjoy locally produced cheese from Stepladder Creamery expertly paired with the world class wines from Austin Hope. Your tasting will include five Austin Hope Wines paired with five Stepladder cheeses. Reservations required 4 days prior to the date of arrival.
Into the Cellar: A Virtual Library Tasting of Iconic J. Lohr Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon
Celebrate National Cabernet Day by making a LIVE visit to our wine cellar with host J. Lohr Red Winemaker Brenden Wood. Brenden will lead viewers through a tasting flight of J. Lohr Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon current and library vintages.
Vicki Andersen Artist Reception and Exhibit at Flying Goat Cellars
All are invited to a reception for artist Vicki Andersen. Toast Andersen with a glass of wine and purchase her original artwork or giclees. Her acrylic painting “Sunflower Vintage,” which was used for the 2011 Santa Barbara Vintners Festival poster, and other wine related paintings will be featured at the Flying Goat tasting room through the end of September. Andersen has been painting since her 16th birthday when she was given a set of oils and an easel by her “not yet Step-Father.” That eventually led to earning a degree in Illustration at CalState Long Beach. She has always loved color but her style has become much looser over the years. Most of her current work leans toward the impressionist/post-impressionist style. She does her best work very quickly, which is why when someone asks her how long a piece took to paint she always replies, “Over 40 years. www.vickiandersen.com
Vineyard Hikes at AVV
Great wines begin in the vineyard and you’ll get an insider’s view as we explore our vineyards while tasting our iconic wines where the grapes grow. We’ll pass by our working winery, the original 1868 Alexander Valley school and the Alexander homestead. Relax and take in the views on our winery deck after the tour and finish up with a wine country picnic. This is the ultimate way to experience the history, tradition, and excellence of Alexander Valley Vineyards. This is an easy walking tour, but there are hills and dirt trails. Reservations required 48 hours in advance.
Labor Day BBQ
Come kick off your Labor Day weekend with us! We will be firing up the grill and making our delicious tri-tip and chicken sandwiches with a salad for only $10. Grab a glass of wine or Slushie and jam out to live music played by KMC Band!
Luau in the Vineyards
Help us celebrate the summer and upcoming harvest Hawaiian style! Come join us after you’ve spent a wonderful day of wine tasting for a relaxing Hawaiian Luau Dinner. Enjoy a 5 course meal paired perfectly with Fenton Herriott wines while Aloha Dancers perform traditional Hawaiian dances. Menu First Course Ahi Tuna Poke served on a crunchy wonton chip Fine diced ahi with macadamia nuts, green onions, soy chili, sriracha aioli, avocado mousse. Second Course Tropical Meatballs with pineapple sweet and sour glaze served wit crunchy Asian slaw. Third Course Open faced Hawaiian Roll Pulled pork on an open face Hawaiian roll with pineapple salsa and bbq sauce drizzle. Forth Course Mango soy glazed chicken thighs over sticky coconut rice with soy caramel drizzle. Fifth Course Piña Colada cheesecake
Vine to Wine
Our Vine to Wine event is an afternoon of tasting great local wines from over two dozen Santa Clara Valley wineries, enjoying small bite tastings from over a dozen artisanal restaurants and caterers + you’ll enjoy the sounds of the Lavender Fields Band. The event space, located in the vibrant downtown area of Morgan Hill is housed within the open structural frame of a future boutique hotel. This popular outdoor concept is known as MO|HI Social. In addition, we’ll have additional outdoor space available. Your attendance supports the Wineries of Santa Clara Valley, Our mission is to raise funds to provide scholarships and grants to graduation high school seniors planning to major in Viticultural or Enology. Funding is also used for operations and to market the Santa Clara Valley AVA and our wineries.
Rhythm on the Vine® Country Series
South Coast Winery’s Rhythm on the Vine® Country Series kicks off the 20th anniversary festivities on September 2 with Coffey Anderson performing with Kanan Road as opener. This concert will benefit the American Cancer Society with $10 from each ticket sold donated. On September 22 country hit singer Dylan Scott performs, and the series ends with a September 23 performance by award-winning Cassadee Pope with opening set by Leaving Austin. Concerts held outdoors in the Courtyard; doors open at 5 p.m. and concerts begin at 7 p.m. Tickets and more information available at www.southcoastwinery.com/concerts.
Rhythm on the Vine® Country Series
South Coast Winery’s Rhythm on the Vine® Country Series kicks off the 20th anniversary festivities on September 2 with Coffey Anderson performing with Kanan Road as opener. This concert will benefit the American Cancer Society with $10 from each ticket sold donated. On September 22 country hit singer Dylan Scott performs, and the series ends with a September 23 performance by award-winning Cassadee Pope with opening set by Leaving Austin. Concerts held outdoors in the Courtyard; doors open at 5 p.m. and concerts begin at 7 p.m. Tickets and more information available at www.southcoastwinery.com/concerts.
Rhythm on the Vine® Country Series
South Coast Winery’s Rhythm on the Vine® Country Series kicks off the 20th anniversary festivities on September 2 with Coffey Anderson performing with Kanan Road as opener. This concert will benefit the American Cancer Society with $10 from each ticket sold donated. On September 22 country hit singer Dylan Scott performs, and the series ends with a September 23 performance by award-winning Cassadee Pope with opening set by Leaving Austin. Concerts held outdoors in the Courtyard; doors open at 5 p.m. and concerts begin at 7 p.m. Tickets and more information available at www.southcoastwinery.com/concerts.
South Coast Winery Grape Stomps
South Coast Winery Grape Stomps are composed of two-person teams. The winner of each of these friendly competitions receives a bottle of the special 20th Anniversary Blend. Stomps take place at 2 pm and 4:30 pm. Tickets start at $168 and include a wine flight for each person that matches his/her preferences (choice of three flights) and a case of wine per two participants as part of the ticket price. Cases can be mixed and matched. Guests reserve their spot by purchasing a timeslot on the online store. The non-refundable deposit is $50 and counts for a team of two people. Tickets are available at www.southcoastwinery.com/stomp.
Schedule
Friday, September 10th | 2:00pm | 4:30pm
Sunday, September 12th | 12:00 pm | 3:00pm
Friday, September 17th | 2:00pm | 4:30pm
Sunday, September 19th | 12:00 pm | 3:00pm
Friday, September 24th | 2:00pm | 4:30pm
Sunday, September 26th | 12:00 pm | 3:00pm
Sunset Sipping & Grilled Cheese pairing
Take in the scenic views of the vineyard and sunset while enjoying a wine and grilled cheese pairing from Big White House Winery & Charming Fig Catering. Live music will be provided by Daniel Kumar. Tables are limited, make your reservation online. Contact Jvaldix@nullbigwhitehouse.com for children tickets.
Sunset Wine & BINGO
Enjoy our amazing views and sunset while playing BINGO! Ticket includes a glass of wine, 2 BINGO cards and a personal charcuterie box. Wine will be for sale by the glass or bottles. Wine fun winery prizes! Reserve your table today
Sunset Sipping – Live Music!
Enjoy the live music from Riptide Station band and the views of the vineyard. Food truck will be there and wine will be sold by the glass or bottle. Reservations highly recommended.
Harvest Dinner
Please join us for our Fall Harvest Dinner as we taste wines with Justin Seidenfeld, Director of Winemaking. Enjoy live music, exceptional cuisine catered by Pacific Connection and some of the finest wines Sonoma County has to offer. View the dinner menu online on our events page.
Sparkling Wine & Lady M Cake Experience with Baccarat
Delight the senses with an exclusive tasting of three sparkling wines paired with the alluring cakes of Lady M followed by a taste of the 98-point 2018 Raymond Generations Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon served in the Passion Collection by JCB & Baccarat crystal glassware. In partnership with Baccarat and Lady M, this is a limited time experience that is not to be missed. Lady M is a New York City luxury confections brand that marries French pastry techniques with Japanese sensibilities, resulting in delicate cakes that are a touch sweet and perfect for every occasion. In partnership with Baccarat, their food truck travels around the US bringing delicious treats and style wherever they land.
Roll Out the Barrel
We will be showcasing a wine still in the barrel for our guests to taste in our Barrel Room patio. A local music duo will be playing live music during most of the event, and we will have a food truck on our property for food.
Schitt’s Creek @ Capo Creek Harvest Celebration
Get your Schitt’s Creek costumes on and feast, drink and be entertained with live music. Meet the owner/winemaker/chef Mary Roy and the rest of the family owners. Costume prizes awarded and premium wines served. Morning pick and grape sorting option is also available for ticket purchase.
Harvest Season Crushpad Tours
DESCRIPTION: Dive deep into our cider and winemaking process with a Crushpad Tour this harvest season! Our friendly and knowledgeable team will walk you through our crushpad, tank area and barrel room during active harvest activity. This tour is complimentary for guests who book morning tasting experiences. (Tours are 20 minutes. Walking on flat paved surfaces is required.) PRICE: Included with Tasting Experience Reservations OFFERED: Harvest Saturdays at 10:30am: September 11, September 18, September 25, October 4 (Book your 11am or 11:30am tasting experience) Harvest Wednesdays at 11:30am: September 15, September 22, September 29 (Book your 12pm or 12:30pm tasting experience)
1772 Dinner in the Mission
We can’t think of a better way to celebrate California Wine Month than paying homage to the wine history of California with a 1772 Dinner at Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. On this evening of our inspiration and namesake’s 249th Anniversary, we will dine in the historic hall of the mission and revisit the legacy of winemaking in San Luis Obispo County. Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring our 1772 wines and Flagship Primera, paired with a culinary quest by Chef Ryan Fancher of OX & Anchor.
Notte Italiana
This enchanting evening is set beneath the stars on our sprawling Vittorio’s Lawn surrounded by vineyards. Italian Tenor, Pasquale Esposito will take the stage to serenade the entire event backed by his instrumental quartet. This elegant evening features none other than Michelin Starred Chef Stefano Masanti, who is certain to dazzle our tastebuds with a four-course Italian meal paired with V. Sattui’s highly-awarded wines. Join us in celebration as we welcome back safe gatherings and reminisce in our travels to our favorite Italian towns and restaurants.
Experience Harvest at Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars
Experience harvest with Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars winemaker Marcus Notaro and his team. Marcus has prepared a morning full of tactical harvest fun. Learn about the intricacies and intensity involved in harvesting Napa Valley’s finest fruit. After your harvest experience, sit down, relax and enjoy lunch al fresco paired with the finest Napa Valley wines.
Sonoma County Wine Auction
Raise your paddle and make a difference at the main event, to be held once again at the breathtaking La Crema Estate at Saralee’s Vineyard. Bid on exclusive auction lots from rare wine and once-in-a-lifetime trips to all-inclusive wine and culinary experiences in Sonoma County and around the world.
Hands-On Harvest | Celebrate the Grape
Our best-loved, hands-on event is back! Start the morning with an in-depth vineyard tour and the opportunity to try your hand at picking grapes, then follow the freshly harvested crop to the winery and learn about our winemaking practices as the grapes start their journey to becoming Trefethen wine. Sample future vintages before they have even been bottled and enjoy an al fresco lunch with Trefethen wines under the canopy of the ancient walnut tree in Katie’s Acre. This is a truly immersive wine country experience, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Availability is limited.
Harvest Tasting and Jarcuterie
Special Harvest Tasting with Complementary Jarcuterie available during regular tasting room hours, 11am-4:30pm with the last pouring at 4pm.
Pinot Noir Release & Club Pick-Up
Pinot Noir Release & Club Pick-Up
Ranch to Table Dinner- Club Event
Ranch to Table Dinner, 4 courses featuring our meats and wines
Cooking with Cakebread: The Flavors of Spain
All classes are participation style and include the class, a tour of the winery and culinary gardens (weather permitting), an appetizer reception, and a three-course lunch paired with Cakebread Cellars wines. All participants leave with a Cakebread Cellars apron, a booklet of recipes and wine notes from the day, along with some great memories! Dishes include Watermelon Gazpacho, Tortilla Española, and a variety of Paella.
Taste of Mount Veeder
EXPERIENCE a Taste of Mount Veeder…ONCE AGAIN! TREAT yourself to world-class wines from 30+ @Mount Veeder wineries! Sunday, September 26 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. Walk-Around Wine Tasting, Gourmet Small Bites by Chef Chad Hendrickson, Silent Auction filled with rare wines and winery experience, and Live Blues from @The Hummingbirdz! The Great Courtyard at @The Hess Collection, 4411 Redwood Road, Napa Purchase your $125 tickets NOW before they sell out again…visit MtVeederWines.com or call 707-266-1296 today! $150 Tickets at the Door DON’T MISS OUT…the wines are amazing and it’s a rare opportunity to TASTE and PURCHASE Mount Veeder AVA wines all in one place…most of which are not open to the public and are difficult to acquire. We look forward to seeing you there…CHEERS!
LA Wine Fest
The LAWineFest brings wines and brews from around the world to your doorstep in a fun, relaxed environment. (Yes, we’re the WineFest. But turns out even wine lovers need a break to sip something else new and noteworthy too.) The Fest also serves up boutiques to browse, gourmet nibbles and artisan merchandise for sale, and a chill vibe. This year we are returning to Long Beach. The 16th Annual Fest combines tastes of wines from California and around the Globe. The ‘Celebration of All Things Wine’ offers tastes from dozens of wineries, numerous craft breweries, plus artisan boutiques, gourmet food trucks for purchase and live music each day. There are also two special Boutique Winery gardens that offer tastings from boutique wineries producing under 2,500 cases of wine per year (separate ticket).
Paso Robles Wine Festival
This year’s Wine Festival will not feature tastings in the downtown park, but rather individual experiences at Paso wineries throughout the weekend. THIS IS WHERE WINE TAKES YOU… The 38th Annual Wine Festival kicks-off Thursday, May 20 with Winemaker Dinners at area restaurants. On Friday, May 21, experience Paso Robles Wine Country with NEW Outdoor Excursions. A blend of Paso’s most unforgettable personalities, imaginative wines, and unique outings created for the wine adventurer. Spend Saturday, May 22, and Sunday, May 23 exploring weekend activities at 150+ wineries, including barrel tastings, artisanal food pairings, live music, and more!
Pizza on the Green
Enjoy a lovely evening on our Terrace & Green, filled with delicious wine and pizza! Each ticket includes Rodney Strong wine, a personal 10″ pizza provided by Kin, and a delightful ice cream sandwich from Noble Folk. Enjoy special discounts on select bottle purchases.
Winetasting with Live Music
Experience San Diego’s only certified sustainable vineyard and winery, bring a picnic and/or your pet and experience old-fashioned winery hospitality on our view terrace. Open Friday – Sunday, 11 to 6 pm.
A Chef’s Journey Through Alexander Valley, World-Class Food & Wine Tasting Adventure
Explore the diversity of Alexander Valley through the eyes of 3 local chefs over a series of 6 virtual tastings, moderated by wine-writer, Sommelier, and graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Courtney Humiston. Each chef is challenged to course three varietals per episode and dive into the nuances of what makes the perfect pairing. Travel through the valley, from north to south, valley floor to mountain top, to discover how microclimate and winemaking style can affect each varietal. Our winemakers and hospitality specialists will be on the session to guide you on terroir differences and winemaking techniques and discuss the chef’s pairings.
Vintage Paso: Zinfandel Weekend
Vintage Paso: Zinfandel Weekend is a themed weekend in Paso Robles Wine Country featuring individual experiences at wineries. This year our Vintage Paso: Zinfandel Weekend will not feature a single marquee event. 100+ local wineries celebrate with 3 days of experiences. Create your own Zinful itinerary to smell, sip, and savor the heritage of Paso Robles. Currently, large-scale gatherings are not approved. Wineries will be conducting business much in the same way they are now, with groups of no more than six people per party, socially distanced, with all precautions in place to create a safe environment for both guests and employees. At this time, wine tasting rooms and restaurants are only allowed to operate outdoor services.
JUSTIN Holiday Desserts Wine Pairing: Special Offer
The holidays are the perfect time to indulge your sweet tooth, so this month’s live virtual tasting with Justin Baldwin and JUSTIN Executive Chef Rachel Haggstrom will pair three exceptional wines with scrumptious baked desserts. Let’s fire up those ovens! Featured Wines: 2018 JUSTIFICATION 2018 SAVANT 2018 Sunny’s Block* Order your tasting pack by Tuesday, December 8th and use promo code HOLIDAYS for free shipping! Please note – for legal reasons, we cannot ship this pack to the following states: AL, AR, DE, IN, KY, LA, MS, MT, NJ, OH, OK, RI, SC, UT, VT. *Sunny’s Block available in 375mL only Holiday Desserts Wine Pairing: Special Offer ENHANCE YOUR VIRTUAL TASTING WITH THESE DESSERT PAIRINGS FROM JUSTIN’S EXECUTIVE CHEF RACHEL HAGGSTROM DESSERT PAIRINGS AND RECIPES: 2018 JUSTIFICATION Caramel & Chocolate Turtle Tart, 2018 SAVANT Gingerbread Cookies, 2018 Sunny’s Block Coconut Cake
Halloween Family Friendly Wine & Pizza Night – October 30th
It’s Pizza Night! Join us for a night of Halloween fun at Bricoleur Vineyards. Halloween Family Friendly Wine & Pizza Night! Join us for a Halloween themed evening full of excitement and delicious wine and food! Party at Bricoleur Vineyards with spooky treats, a costume contest, pumpkins, and more! Our chef Shane McAnelly is firing up the pizza oven and creating three different delicious pizza options to choose from, along with a fresh salad using lettuces and vegetables grown in our estate garden. Come enjoy the beauty of Bricoleur Vineyards and kick off your weekend with us! Purchase Tickets Here: https://www.bricoleurvineyards.com/product/family-friendly-wine-pizza-night-october-30th
JUSTIN GALA HARVEST DINNER
Join us on the restaurant patio and celebrate the bounty of the harvest season with a fall-inspired 4-course menu prepared by JUSTIN’s Executive Chef Rachel Haggstrom, accompanied by a premium wine pairing. General Admission Tickets: $250 (excludes tax and gratuity) Wine Society and IR Members: $200 (excludes tax and gratuity)” Limited seats are available. To reserve, call or email concierge: PH: 805-591-3224, Email: concierge@nulljustinwine.com
Sunday Social Club Supper
A virtual event. Sunday supper is a time for multiple generations of friends and family to gather around the table to a special meal. We’re offering a chance to decompress and prepare for the upcoming week with a Virtual Sunday Social Club Supper, with a menu designed by a special guest chef! RSVP here as soon as possible; an ingredients list will be emailed to guests a week in advance: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkf-moqzsvEtN1BGU7BYktB4ozl7-Gr0jH
Sonoma Valley Wine Virtual Tastings and Experiences
VIRTUAL SONOMA VALLEY Join our wine community and enjoy a taste of Sonoma Valley wine through Virtual Wine Tastings in your own home. Take a look at the offerings on a daily and weekly basis, and we will see you there! To pre-order wines highlighted during tastings or experiences, visit our Wine Promotions and Special Offers page or view our Sonoma Valley Video Library here for videos you can watch at anytime.
Saturday to Remember – Pizza, Wine & Harvest
Experience wine country like a local, surrounded by vineyards, barrels, and harvest – all while enjoying four selections of our award winning wines paired with a pizza fresh from the wood fired oven. Upon arrival make your pizza selection – choose from traditional Salumi, Margherita or Estate Garden. Advance reservations required.
JCB LIVE Wine Styles: California Dreamin’
Join us on JCB Live: Wine Styles as we kick off California Wine Month with some decidedly west coast bites and an array of California wines. Join Chef Rafael Molina and Jean-Charles Boisset as they whip up some wonderful appetizers paired with Raymond Napa Valley Reserve Sauvignon Blanc, Chateau Buena Vista Carneros Chardonnay, DeLoach Vineyards Heritage Pinot Noir, R|Collection by Raymond Cabernet Sauvignon and Lyeth California Red Wine.
JCB LIVE Wine Styles: So Fresh.
A crowd pleaser for all, there is nothing better than picking fresh ingredients from your garden and creating the most delicious and mouthwatering pizza! Top it off with a fresh egg and the #delocious wine of DeLoach and you are set. Join Chef Rafael Molina and Jean-Charles Boisset as they create their favorite pizzas paired with DeLoach Heritage Reserve Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon.
JCB LIVE Wine Styles: Adventures in Grilling Part 3.
We turn to the experts for even more grilling and pairing tips and learn some of the best steakhouse recipes. Join Jean-Charles Boisset and a special guest as they taste through Raymond Vineyards Primal Cut Cabernet Sauvignon.
JCB LIVE Wine Styles: The Gateway to Napa Valley.
Oakville Grocery has long been the location for locals and tourists alike to stock up on everyday supplies and today, we continue that tradition. Join Jean-Charles Boisset, Barry Dinsmore and Jorge Perez as they make some delicious flatbreads at Oakville Grocery topped with local products and paired with Durant & Booth Cabernet Sauvignon and 1881 Napa Cabernet Sauvignon.
JBC LIVE Wine Styles: A View for Days.
Looking out across the beautiful view of Napa Valley, we become adventurous in our food and wine pairings with the help of the Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar located in the Archer while Jean-Charles Boisset shares Lyeth California Red Wine and Cabernet Sauvignon with the group.
JCB LIVE Wine Styles: It’s a Secret.
We can’t say much but, we dare you to indulge in this episode of Wine Styles. Jean-Charles Boisset and Cheesemonger and Catering Manager, Kenneth Bakke, share their favorite California cheeses paired with Secret Indulgence Brut Sparkling, Evoluna Chardonnay and Tarot Cabernet Sauvignon.
JCB LIVE Wine Styles: We are Going Deep.
When we think of California, we think of the ocean and fresh seafood and as the days become cooler, what better then a warm bowl of clam chowder to warm you up! Chef Rafael Molina and Jean-Charles Boisset dive into fresh seafood while tasting DeLoach Russian River Valley Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel.
Taste & Toast! A Clif Family Harvest Celebration
Taste and Toast! A Clif Family Harvest Celebration Clif Family brings together wine, food and farming through our downtown St. Helena Tasting Room and Food Truck in the heart of Napa Valley. Join us on Saturday, September 26th and Sunday September 27th as we celebrate the harvest season. Reserve your seat on our patio for a Seasonal tasting flight featuring our newest release, the 2017 Kit’s Killer Cabernet Sauvignon, from our certified organic Estate Vineyards on Howell Mountain. Order lunch during your visit from The Clif Family Bruschetteria Food Truck. Fueled by seasonal ingredients from our certified organic farm, Executive Chef John McConnell will curate a special farm to table menu embracing the harvest bounty. Don’t miss out on special fall bruschette, rotisserie chicken, farm fresh salads and seasonal sides Clif Family, 709 Main Street, St. Helena, CA, www.cliffamily.com For reservations contact wineryexperience@nullcliffamily.com or 707-986-0625
Tolosa Tonight Virtual Winemaker Dinner
Premiering September 25! Tolosa winery has partnered with the acclaimed Ember Restaurant and Karson Butler Events to create an intimate gathering that evokes the San Luis Obispo Coast wine country in your home, virtually, on demand! The kit contains video links to Winemaker Frederic Delivert sharing three of his most coveted wines, Chef Brian Collins showcasing a cooking demonstration of the featured recipes (shopping list included), while Amber Karson demonstrates how to create beautiful tablescapes, all with the perfect recommended sound track. Order early – wine included!
Autumn Wines and the Cheeses That Love Them!
Autumn Wines and the Cheeses That Love Them Please join Rutherford Hill Winery and Planet Cheese publisher Janet Fletcher for a virtual guided cheese and wine tasting. When: Saturday, September 26, 2020 (time to be announced) Why you want to join the fun… • Discover new cheeses • Learn tasting techniques • Become a smarter cheese shopper • Choose from two sets of 3 wines each paired with a cheese that complements perfectly • Get wine tips from Winemaker Marisa Taylor and our wine educators Please email events@nullrutherfordhill.com for additional information.
Single Block Estate Tasting
Please come and enjoy a relaxing outdoor tasting of our small production, single block wines from our historic Estate vineyards. The Foppiano family has been making wine continuously since 1896 and we know you will love our refreshing, vibrant white wines and delicious, rich reds.
Private Tasting Tour- Hikes in the Vineyards
Join us for a tour of the 20-year-old Cab vines and terraced Merlot block, with a nature walk through the oaks including a visit to landmark Chalk Hill, views of the Russian River, Mt. St Helena and Geyser Peak. This ultimate wine country experience offers a unique chance to visit a historic family owned and operated property. Gonzague & Claire Lurton, 4th generation winemakers from Bordeaux, have planted roots here in Sonoma. Enjoy Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot and note how each wine reflects its terroir from 6000 miles apart from an another. Few winemakers have the ability to offer you this privilege County Take in the sweeping views with a good dose of terroir education 😉
Hoopes Family Vineyard Virtual Cooking Class Series: Local Chef Special With Truffle Shuffle SF
Demystify homemade pasta and black truffles with Thomas Keller’s The French Laundry alumni Chefs Jason & Tyler, founders of Truffle Shuffle SF. The Truffle Shuffle team will talk through the techniques for making fresh pasta dough and turning them into tortellinis, serving with Australian Black Truffle Carpaccio. Lindsay Hoopes will lead a tasting of Hoopes 2015 Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon and 2015 Howell Mountain Merlot, pairing their bold flavors with the complexity of the luxurious dish. Hoopes wines and all ingredients will be pre-measured and shipped to your home. A meal will be donated to Bay Area hospital employees for every sign-up.
Hoopes Family Vineyard Virtual Cooking Class Series: Top Chef Special With Chef Tu
Join Top Chef Tu David Phu as he shares his family’s version of Cơm Gà (Chicken Fat Rice). Participants will nail down the poaching method, learn how to power up rice with anything but water and mix up Nước Mắm Gừng – the ultimate dipping sauce. Compare how the richness of the 2015 Genny’s Vineyard Chardonnay and the acidity of the 2017 Sauvignon Blanc pair with the dish. Both Chef Tu and Hoopes Vineyard are both donating $10 each per sign up directly to Slow Food East Bay’s Sister Farms Project.
Hoopes Family Vineyard Virtual Cooking Class Series: Top Chef Special With Chef Tu
During this class, Top Chef Tu David Phu focuses on the Flavors of Southwest Vietnam. Find out how to make Gà Rang Me (Tamarind Chicken Wings), Bò Kho (Vietnamese Beef Stew) and Bún nhâm (Spicy Coconut Rice Noodles). The featured Hoopes wines pairings for this class are the citrus-driven 2018 Sauvignon Blanc, the strawberry-laden 2017 Rosé and the beautifully bold Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon. Chef Tu and Hoopes Vineyard are both donating $10 each per class sign up directly to Slow Food East Bay’s Sister Farms Project, in support of Asian Immigrant Farmers from Central Valley California.
Celebrate California Wine with the Santa Lucia Highlands
The Santa Lucia Highlands produces some of California’s most coveted Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. All month, Santa Lucia Highlands Wine Artisans members offer special experiences, tastings and wines to celebrate California Wine Month. Monterey County tasting rooms are open with beautiful outdoor spaces and new experiences to enjoy the region’s cool, coastal breezes and world-renown wines.
Mimosa Sunday at Wolfe Heights Estates
Mimosa Sunday Covid Style – We adjust the themes monthly and this month for August it is a brunch affair with latin flair – this month will be our 3rd time doing it and we have sold out every time so far – but we have a bottomless mimosa brunch that is a ticketed only outdoor seated event with live music, full plated brunch, and a mimosa bar at their own table with assorted juices and fruits! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/benvenuto-una-mimosa-sunday-tickets-120334450581
Brunch Affair with Latin Flair
Come out with your Family and Friends and enjoy Live music, Latin inspired brunch & of course Bottomless Mimosa’s bar at your table with your choice of juices and fresh fruit! This event is a pre paid ticketed event – All parties that would like to sit together at the same table must purchase tickets as a group in one single online purchase to ensure group seating. Due to COVID to ensure proper CDC guidelines, tickets are limited and reservation only so be sure to get yours before they are gone!
Saturday to Remember: Pizza, Wine & Harvest
Experience wine country like a local, surrounded by vineyards, barrels and harvest – all while enjoying four selections of our award winning wines paired with a pizza fresh from the wood fired oven. Upon arrival make your pizza selection, choose from traditional Salumi, Margherita or Estate Garden. Advance reservations required for this 1.5 hour event, seatings available at 11am, 1pm & 3pm – minimum 2 guests & maximum 6 guests per table.
Saturday to Remember: Pizza, Wine & Harvest
Experience wine country like a local, surrounded by vineyards, barrels and harvest – all while enjoying four selections of our award winning wines paired with a pizza fresh from the wood fired oven. Upon arrival make your pizza selection – choose from traditional Salumi, Margherita or Estate Garden. Advance reservations required for this 1.5 hour event – seatings available at 11am, 1pm & 3pm; minimum 2 guests & maximum 6 guests per table.
Cooking with Cakebread Virtual Culinary Class
In conjunction with California Wine Month, we’re opening up the kitchen at Dancing Bear Ranch – virtually – each week in September! With the purchase of a current release virtual tasting pack of four 750ml bottles of Cakebread Cellars wines, guests will be invited to join our resident winery chefs for a complimentary culinary class (value $75/household) featuring two Wine Country recipes paired with two of the featured wines. These virtual culinary classes will be held at 10am on Thursdays, with wines shipped at $10 flat 7-10 days in advance. Entertaining friends and family? Email culinary@nullcakebread.com to plan your private virtual Napa Valley experience!
Cooking with Cakebread Virtual Culinary Class
In conjunction with California Wine Month, we’re opening up the kitchen at Dancing Bear Ranch – virtually – each week in September! With the purchase of a current release virtual tasting pack of four 750ml bottles of Cakebread Cellars wines, guests will be invited to join our resident winery chefs for a complimentary culinary class (value $75/household) featuring two Wine Country recipes paired with two of the featured wines. These virtual culinary classes will be held at 10am on Thursdays, with wines shipped at $10 flat 7-10 days in advance. Entertaining friends and family? Email culinary@nullcakebread.com to plan your private virtual Napa Valley experience!
Cooking with Cakebread Virtual Culinary Class
In conjunction with California Wine Month, we’re opening up the kitchen at Dancing Bear Ranch – virtually – each week in September! With the purchase of a current release virtual tasting pack of four 750ml bottles of Cakebread Cellars wines, guests will be invited to join our resident winery chefs for a complimentary culinary class (value $75/household) featuring two Wine Country recipes paired with two of the featured wines. These virtual culinary classes will be held at 10am on Thursdays, with wines shipped at $10 flat 7-10 days in advance. Entertaining friends and family? Email culinary@nullcakebread.com to plan your private virtual Napa Valley experience!
Cooking with Cakebread Virtual Culinary Class
In conjunction with California Wine Month, we’re opening up the kitchen at Dancing Bear Ranch – virtually – each week in September! With the purchase of a current release virtual tasting pack of four 750ml bottles of Cakebread Cellars wines, guests will be invited to join our resident winery chefs for a complimentary culinary class (value $75/household) featuring two Wine Country recipes paired with two of the featured wines. These virtual culinary classes will be held at 10am on Thursdays, with wines shipped at $10 flat 7-10 days in advance. Entertaining friends and family? Email culinary@nullcakebread.com to plan your private virtual Napa Valley experience!
A Perfect Pairing: Pinot and Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Co.
Building onto our first venture into Pinot Noir production since 1993, Duckhorn Portfolio has amassed an incredible Pinot Noir collection that is sure to delight every wine lover’s heart. Taste through a diverse array of California Pinot Noirs from Duckhorn Portfolio with Goldeneye winemaker, Katey Larwood, as we celebrate California Wine Month! Highlighting the distinct characters of Anderson Valley, Sonoma Valley, and Santa Cruz Mountains AVAs, join Katey as she dives into a deep appreciation of this expressive, versatile grape grown throughout the Golden State. Take the grapes versatility to new levels and experience how beautifully it pairs with three cheeses presented by the co-owner of Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Co. Purchase this package by September 14th to receive your wine and cheese in time for our virtual experience on Friday, September 25th. Only 50 packages available for our newest virtual events. Purchase early to ensure participation!
September Saturday Supper Club
Together we will cook the ultimate truffle cheese burgers paired with Aver Family Vineyards 2017 Aver Family Album Petite Sirah. The Wagyu beef cheese burger is topped with a mixture of three Cowgirl Creamery truffle cheeses, grilled onions and BBQ sauce served on a buttered brioche bun. For one low price the experience includes dinner for two with ingredients sourced from top purveyors, a bottle of Aver Family Vineyards wine, a virtual cooking class led by Truffle Shuffle’s Michelin-trained chefs and the camaraderie of the Aver Family gang. Share with family members! (Gluten-free available)
Build Your Own Cheese Board & Wine Pairing
Come join Carhartt Vineyard and John Moore, one of our awesome Rascals, for a virtual 1-hour session as we go step-by-step in building an awesome charcuterie spread. After we build our boards, Chase Carhartt will walk you through the fundamentals of food and wine pairing, taste through the two selected wines (will be available for purchase on our website), and discuss how each pair with the flavors of your cheeseboard. List of recommended items to follow.
September Saturday Supper Club
Together we will cook the perfect truffle cheese burgers paired with Aver Family Vineyards 2017 Aver Family Album Petite Sirah. The Wagyu beef cheeseburger is topped with a mixture of truffle cheeses, grilled onions and BBQ sauce served on a buttered brioche bun. For one low price the experience includes dinner for two with the ingredients sourced from top purveyors, a bottle of Aver Family Vineyards wine, a virtual cooking class led by Truffle Shuffle’s Michelin-trained chefs and the camaraderie of the Aver Family gang. Make it a date night! Share it with family members! (Gluten-free option available)
It’s Wine O’Clock with John and Jess – Cheesecake & Wine pairing
We paired three different mini cheesecakes with three different wines from our winery. They chat about why they pair so well together as well as other pairing suggestions.
Vineyard Picnic on Mount Veeder
Join us on beautiful Mount Veeder for a picnic lunch in a stunning private vineyard with our winemaker and grower. We’ll pour our 92-point 2019 Rosé of Cabernet Franc and our 94-point 2018 Mount Veeder Cab Franc, plus a preview of our 2019 Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignons. Only 10 reservations available. Each party has their own table. Social-distancing, health and sanitation protocols will be followed.
Summer Sippers from Monterey’s Arroyo Seco: A J. Lohr ‘Place’ Virtual Event and Tasting with Lawrence Lohr and Kristen Barnhisel
In anticipation of summer sipping and National Chardonnay Day May 23rd, spend an hour with J. Lohr Co-owner Lawrence Lohr and Winemaker, White Wines Kristen Barnhisel as they discuss Jerry Lohr’s original appellation and the foundation for J. Lohr’s crisp and balanced whites. All events are open to ages 21+. Featured Wines: 2018 J. Lohr Estates Riverstone Chardonnay 2018 J. Lohr Arroyo Vista Chardonnay 2018 J. Lohr F&G Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc.
Bricoleur Vineyards-Quarantine Kitchen Live with Chef Shane Part 9
Join us Saturday, May 23rd at 4:30 PM PST for a live interactive cooking class with our Executive Chef Shane McAnelly! Sip and eat with us from the comfort of your own home. We will be cooking Mushroom Pappardelle! This dish and our 2017 Estate Pinot Noir are a perfect pair. So follow along on Zoom to make a delicious home cooked meal! We can’t wait to see all on Saturday. https://www.bricoleurvineyards.com/product/quarantine-kitchen-live-with-chef-shane-part-9
Bricoleur Vineyards-Quarantine Kitchen Live with Chef Shane Part 10
Join us Saturday, May 30th at 4:30 PM PST for a live interactive cooking class with our Executive Chef Shane McAnelly! Sip and eat with us from the comfort of your own home. We will be cooking Ricotta Gnudi. This dish and our 2018 Estate Chardonnay are a perfect pair. So follow along on Zoom to make a delicious home cooked meal! We can’t wait to see all on Saturday. https://www.bricoleurvineyards.com/product/quarantine-kitchen-live-with-chef-shane-part-10
Bricoleur Vineyards-Quarantine Kitchen Live with Chef Shane Part 8
Join us Saturday, May 16th at 4:30 PM PST for a live interactive cooking class with our Executive Chef Shane McAnelly! Sip and eat with us from the comfort of your own home. We will be cooking Pork Milanese with Roasted Garden Radishes. This dish and our 2018 Sauvignon Blanc are a perfect pair. So follow along on Zoom to make a delicious home cooked meal! We can’t wait to see all on Saturday. https://www.bricoleurvineyards.com/product/quarantine-kitchen-live-with-chef-shane-part-8
Bricoleur Vineyards-Quarantine Kitchen Live with Chef Shane Part 7
Quarantine Kitchen Live with Chef Shane Part 7 MAY 9, 2020 @ 4:30 PM PST ( 7:30 EST) Join us Saturday, May 9th at 4:30 PM PST for a live interactive cooking class with our Executive Chef Shane McAnelly! Sip and eat with us from the comfort of your own home. We will be cooking Classic Beef Burger & Fries. This dish and our “Flying by the Seat of Our Pants” Brut are a perfect pair. So follow along on Zoom to make a delicious home cooked meal! We can’t wait to see all on Saturday. https://www.bricoleurvineyards.com/product/quarantine-kitchen-live-with-chef-shane-part-7
Six Sigma Ranch Socially Distant Local Wine Delivery
If you live in Lake County, you’re in luck. Six Sigma is delivering wine and ranch-raised meat products with no delivery costs within Hidden Valley, Lakeport, Kelseyville and the rest of Lake County every Wednesday and Thursday. Orders will be delivered at a socially safe distance at your home’s entrance from a friendly Six Sigma staff member. To place an order, call the tasting room at 707-994-4068, or email Rachel Ahlmann at rachel@nullsixsigmaranch.com.
Cooking with Cakebread
Cook along with Cakebread Cellars Culinary Director Brian Streeter live in his home kitchen. Each week, Brian will prepare a recipe using simple yet flavorful ingredients with a gourmet twist and pair it with the perfect wine. We’ll post the recipe online so you can shop and order your wines in advance.
Cooking With Cakebread
Cook along with Cakebread Cellars Culinary Director Brian Streeter live in his home kitchen. Each week, Brian will prepare a recipe using simple yet flavorful ingredients with a gourmet twist and pair it with the perfect wine. We’ll post the recipe online so you can shop and order your wines in advance. Log on to Facebook.com/CakebreadCellars/Live to join!
Cooking with Cakebread
Cook along with Cakebread Cellars Culinary Director Brian Streeter live in his home kitchen. Each week, Brian will prepare a recipe using simple yet flavorful ingredients with a gourmet twist and pair it with the perfect wine. We’ll post the recipe online so you can shop and order your wines in advance. Log on to Facebook.com/CakebreadCellars/Live to join!
La Crema Launches “Sips and Tips” Virtual Wine & Food Series – Fridays at 4 P.M. Pacific
To offer joy and entertainment during these trying times, La Crema aims to create meaningful content by connecting with consumers through engaging virtual activations that will be positive and uplifting in times of social distancing and isolation. Every Friday in April, Sips and Tips with La Crema will launch with a video series featuring La Crema Chef Tracey Shepos Cenami and Head Winemaker Craig McAllister, with Tracey featuring creative food and wine pairings interspersed with virtual tastings of select wines from La Crema led by Craig. These short-format videos will be available through the winery’s Facebook and Instagram channels.
Ampelos Wine Channel – Virtual Wine Tastings (Zoom)
Join us Fridays in May for our virtual tastings. You will hear about their background, farming principles, animals and winemaking style. Topics to be covered are: – Biodynamic farming: Preps, calendar, organic, compost, – Sustainability: solar power, repurposing – Ranch history and overview – Geography, soils, weather and climate – terroir – Vine anatomy, 3 years to harvest, grafting – Water, rain, irrigation, frost – Vine balance, leaves, clusters, thinning, leaf pulling, – Staffing, skills, education, knowledge sharing, – Varietals We will cover seasonal topics including – Pruning – Bud break – Shoot growth and tucking – Flowering and fruit set – Veraison – Harvest decisions – Harvest And winery topics like – Destemming and crushing – Fermentation and maceration – Barrels and barrel aging – Pinot Noir clones – Blending – Packagning: glass, corks, labels, no-foils – Bottling – Custom projects – Kurt Russell etc. – Custom Virtual Tastings
Taco Tuesday, Vino y Más with Amelia and Dalia Ceja
Taco Tuesday, Vino y Más with Amelia and Dalia Ceja streaming on Facebook Live every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. PST! This dynamic duo’s dedication to ease, healthfulness, and—above all else—flavor should win a permanent place in the hearts of home cooks. They’ll discuss classic and contemporary dishes, fun wine pairings and give snippets of their down-home family life. The second delicious recipe that will be showcased is Amelia’s Eggplant Tostadas paired with our Vino de Casa red blend (70% Pinot Noir, 20% Syrah), so be sure to tune in this coming Tuesday, April 14th at 6:30 p.m and every Tuesday this month. We encourage participation! We will be submitting a new recipe and wine pairing each week on our website. Also, pre-order our wines and have them shipped to your home. We also have offers on wine + shipping! Come hungry + thirsty amigos. Please tune in and share! Participate + shop wine collection → https://www.cejavineyards.com/wine-shop
Live Music at Carr Winery with John Lyle
As one of the premier solo guitarists and vocalists in Santa Barbara County, John is known for the wide range of musical styles and artists he covers, with something in his musical repertoire to entertain even the most diverse audience. It’s the last week of winter — celebrate with a glass of wine and live music (plus Buena Onda empanadas!) in the Carr Winery Barrel Room tonight. Free admission, 21 and over.
Live Music at Carr Winery with Cyrus Clarke
Cyrus Clarke and the Blue Sky Flyers celebrate and play the music of California Americana and beyond. Led by songwriter and vocalist Cyrus Clarke, a Southern California native who spent eleven years working in the music scene on Maui, the band’s sound includes elements of rock, country, bluegrass, surf music, and more. Under his label, Ranch Recording, Clarke has released eleven studio albums which are currently available on iTunes, Spotify, and most other streaming platforms.
Live Music at Carr Winery with the Cantillon Brothers
Join us on Friday night for live music, wine, and empanadas in the Barrel Room. This week, get ready for a live set by brothers Tom and Mike Cantillon of Beta Play! Beta Play (previously known as Tommy & the High Pilots) have released five albums and four singles. They have been featured on the cover of the Independent and Scene magazines in Santa Barbara, as well as on VEVO, YouTube, and MTV‘s front pages. When they aren’t touring, the Cantillon Brothers like to keep up their musical chops by playing in more intimate settings, bringing a variety of covers to the table that include ’50s and ’60s doo-wop, classic rock, modern pop hits, and everything in between. Free admission, 21 and over.
SIP for Scholars
A community funded scholarship for high-school and college students whose parents work in our members’ vineyards and wineries. Since its inception in 2015, the fund has awarded over $75,000 in higher education scholarships based on academic excellence, financial need and community involvement. Participating Wineries: Ancient Peaks Winery, Baileyana, Castoro Cellars, Center of Effort, Halter Ranch, Lafond Winery & Vineyards, McIntyre Family Wines, Niner Wine Estates, Shale Oak Winery, and Tolosa.
Sip ‘n Stay Saturday
Join us for an afternoon filled with great wine, music by local artist (and contestant on The Voice) Lauren Hall, and tasty food prepared by Hurricane Kitchen food truck. This event is free to attend, no tickets required!
Sip ‘n Stay Saturday
Help us kick off the new decade with our very first event in our 2020 Concert Series! Join us for an afternoon filled with delicious wines, fun music by local artist (and contestant on The Voice) Will Breman, and tasty food from Manny’s Dime available for purchase. This event is free to attend, no tickets required!
Live Music at Carr Winery with The Voice’s Will Breman
Join us this Friday at Carr Winery for live music from NBC’s The Voice finalist, Will Breman, alongside the World’s Safest Band! A longtime Santa Barbara native, Will Breman has developed a sound all his own over the course of his musical career. He primarily operates as a one-man-band soul musician and looper, creating various beats with his guitar and looping them together to sound like multiple musicians. This year, he earned a spot on John Legend’s team on season 17 of The Voice. Since the show’s finale, Breman continues to play at various venues along the West Coast. We look forward to welcoming him back to the Carr Winery Barrel Room this January!
Live Music at Carr Winery with the Salty Strings Band
Friday night, catch six-piece bluegrass group, the Salty Strings, at Carr Winery! Coming out of the coastal mountain town of Santa Barbara, CA, the Salty Strings are expanding the boundaries of traditional bluegrass. The band’s traditional bluegrass sound is accented with elements of Latin and funk. It’ll be an energetic, foot-stomping Friday night set that will serve as the perfect musical accompaniment to a glass or bottle of your favorite Carr wine. Free admission, 21 and over.
Live Music at Carr Winery with the Salty Strings
Friday night, catch six-piece bluegrass group, the Salty Strings, at Carr Winery! Coming out of the coastal mountain town of Santa Barbara, CA, the Salty Strings are expanding the boundaries of traditional bluegrass. The band’s traditional bluegrass sound is accented with elements of Latin and funk. It’ll be an energetic, foot-stomping Friday night set that will serve as the perfect musical accompaniment to a glass or bottle of your favorite Carr wine. Free admission, 21 and over.
Live Music at Carr Winery with Kyle Swan
It’s Fri-yay! Join us for live music tonight in the Barrel Room with guitarist and vocalist Kyle Swan. Blending elements of funk, blues, flamenco guitar, and jazz, Swan’s sound is derived from influences like Bob Dylan, Paco de Lucia, Ray Charles, James Brown, and Jeff Buckley, to name a few. His infectious energy and soulful delivery will be the perfect soundtrack to your Friday night at Carr Winery!
Live Music at Carr Winery with the Jason Campbell Band
Swing by for a glass of wine and stick around for live music with the Jason Campbell Band! Help us toast to the New Year at this first Friday night live music set of 2020. Pair a glass of your favorite Carr wine with empanadas from Buena Onda — your Friday night plans are set. Free admission, 21 and over.
Paso Robles BlendFest on the Coast
Experience a taste of Paso Robles Wine Country on the beautiful California coast. Paso Robles BlendFest on the Coast will take place February 20 – 23, 2020 in San Simeon and Cambria with a selection of exciting events. Paso Robles’ winemakers love to blend wine, mixing varieties to craft something unique and delicious. BlendFest celebrates the traditional and unconventional blended wines, throughout the weekend.
Chocolate Jubilee at Vina Robles Winery
Join us for an indulgent evening in honor of Wine and Chocolate. Offerings from chocolate vendors and local wineries will include wine and port tastings, chocolate confections, baked goods, and many more exquisite treats. Live music performed by Jack Cimo tops off this benefit for Paso High Theatre Co. To purchase tickets, visit www.vinarobles.com or call 805-227-4812, option 1
World of Pinot Noir
The annual World of Pinot Noir event gathers the planet’s foremost Pinot Noir wineries and winemakers, renowned chefs, sommeliers and leading wine scholars in a weekend-long seaside celebration of this delicious and storied wine. With seminars, luncheons, parties, tastings, pairings, silent auctions, grand dinners and more; this is the exclusive weekend celebration you won’t want to miss.
Red & White Christmas Bash
Get festive with us on Saturday, December 14th at Carr Winery’s Red & White Christmas Bash! The tree will be trimmed, the wine will be flowing, and the holiday cheer will be plentiful. Throw on your favorite red and white attire — a cocktail dress, Santa costume, ugly Christmas sweater, or anything else that puts you in the holiday spirit! Enjoy live music by the Key Party accompanying the evening. A toy donation or $25 for Toys for Tots is encouraged.
An Evening at Ember with Tolosa
Ember is praised for being “quintessentially Californian in its warmth and celebration of the state’s bounty”, and Owner/Chef Brian Collins and Tolosa Winemaker Frederic Delivert will craft an exceptional, five-course menu to excite your palate. More details and the full menu will be available in December. To purchase tickets, please email rsvp@nulltolosawinery.com or visit our website. Due to the nature of this event, we are unable to accommodate dietary restrictions or guests under 21 years of age.
Winter Wineland
Join us for two glorious days along Wine Road – Northern Sonoma County as we celebrate the 28th Annual Winter WINEland. The perfect winter escape…taste current vintages, multiple varietals grown in Sonoma County, and even try a few verticals! A great opportunity to meet winemakers, taste limited production wines, new releases or library wines. All participating wineries will highlight a Vintage, Varietal or Vertical tasting for the weekend. Our details program will be available in mid December. Ticket price will include wine tasting at all of the participating wineries for the weekend. Advance Ticket Prices: Weekend: $60 Sunday: $45 Designated Driver: $5, Tax & Service fees added to all tickets at checkout.
Live Music at Carr Winery with John Lyle & the Groove
Friday night, kick off the weekend with an energetic musical set by John Lyle, live from the Carr patio! Paired with a bottle of Carr wine and Buena Onda empanadas, your Friday-before-Thanksgiving plans are set! As one of the premier solo guitarists and vocalists in Santa Barbara County, John is known for the wide range of musical styles and artists he covers, with something in his musical repertoire to entertain even the most diverse audience.
Live Music at Carr Winery with Wall of Tom
Join us Friday night for live music in the Barrel Room with Wall of Tom, a five-piece alternative rock band based between the sands of Santa Barbara to the pavements of Los Angeles. Touching on the bedrock of Fleetwood Mac, The Pretenders, and the Pixies, Wall of Tom entices crowds with lush sonic stories and captivates audiences with their authentic original energy. Bring a friend and enjoy empanadas from Buena Onda alongside a glass (or bottle!) of your Carr favorites.
Fiddlehead Cellars 6th Annual “Sip & Shop” at Pence Gallery
Come for a relaxing atmosphere at the Pence Gallery to enjoy wine tasting paired with delicious food, live jazz, and a most amazing Holiday Market. Kathy Joseph is featuring a wide array of Fiddlehead Cellars new releases, library wines, and large format bottles – just in time for your holiday celebration and gift-giving.
Live Music at Carr Winery with Dan & the ZimmerMen
Join us this Friday for live music with Dan & the ZimmerMen! Empanadas from Buena Onda will also be available for free delivery to the winery. Dan & the ZimmerMen are an original trio consisting of Dan Zimmerman on guitar, Matt Perko on drums, and Santino Tafarella on bass. The band performs Zimmerman’s original instrumental music, including a blend of jazz, rock, country, and funk with ambient textures. The compositions create moods which the group expresses through interpretation and improvisation. Free admission, 21 and over.
Holidays in the Vineyards
40+ wineries showcase their decorated tasting rooms with special wines, arts, crafts, holiday music, activities and more. Including, Bent Creek, Boa Ventura, Caddis Winery, Cedar Mountain Winery and Port Works, Charles R Vineyards, Crooked Vine Winery, Cuda Ridge Wines, Dante Robere Vineyards, Eagle Ridge Vineyards, El Sol Winery, Embodied Wines, Garré Vineyard and Winery, Longevity Wines, McGrail Vineyards, Mitchell Katz Winery, Murrieta’s Well, Nella Terra Winery, Occasio Winery, Page Mill Winery, The Singing Winemaker, The Steven Kent Winery, Winemaker’s Studio, Wente Vineyards, Wood Family Vineyards and more!!
Carr Winery Halloween Party
Halloween night, join us for a bone-chillingly fun evening with spooktacular wines, live music by DJ FAB, a costume contest, and more in the haunted wine cave… Expect tricks, treats, and all the witches’ brew (er, Carr wine!) you can drink. Tickets will include a glass of our annually released Pink Monster rosé! All the devilish details: $25 advance tickets OR $35 at the door. Club members save 20%. Advance tickets are only available through Wednesday, October 30th, or until sold out. If purchasing tickets online, select “pick up at Santa Barbara” at checkout and your name will be placed on our list. Costumes are required; 21 and over only. Purchase tickets on the Carr Winery website!
Live Music at Carr Winery with The Reserve
Cultivated in Santa Barbara, The Reserve is a cocktail of music makers that have made up the backbone of the local scene for over a decade. Join us on Friday at Carr Winery to enjoy live music, empanadas by Buena Onda, and a glass or bottle of your favorite Carr wine. Free admission, 21 and over.
Live Music at Carr Winery with the Stiff Pickle Orchestra
Join us for live music on the Carr patio with the Stiff Pickle Orchestra! Hailing from Santa Barbara, CA, Tom Murray (guitar) and Rod Rolle (drums) have been entertaining audiences with a fresh yet familiar sound that appeals to all age groups. Their original sound includes rootsy vocal harmonies, hot solos, and fun audience participation songs. The Stiff Pickle Orchestra is a real musical treat: call it “juke joint blues!”
Carr Winery Fall Release Party
Taste through our new fall lineup of Syrahs, Grenaches, and Cabernet Francs while enjoying tasty bites, live music, and more at Carr Winery in downtown Santa Barbara! Free admission and open to the 21+ public. Stay tuned for additional details.
Live Music at Carr Winery with the Alastair Greene Duo
Catch the Alastair Greene Duo on the Carr Winery patio this Friday evening! Enjoy Carr wines and empanadas from Buena Onda. Guitarist, singer, and songwriter Alastair Greene has been a mainstay of the Southern California music scene for close to three decades. He has released eight solo albums (including two live recordings and a compilation record), the most recent of which is “LIVE FROM THE 805.” The album was nominated for Rock Blues Album of the Year by Blues Blast Magazine in addition to being included on many “Best of 2018” year-end lists by multiple publications. Free admission, 21 and over.
Wine-Down Saturday
Join us for an afternoon of delicious wines, live music by local artist Devin Welsh, and food available to purchase from The Pairing Knife food truck. The event is free to attend: no tickets required!
September Events at the Wineries of Santa Clara Valley
With over 68 events at the wineries this month, there’s definitely something you won’t want to miss! Our wineries have wonderful live music, fun painting workshops, yoga, movies and more!
Carr Winery 20th Anniversary Party
Come help us celebrate 20 years of Carr wine! We’ll be raising a glass to our past, present, and future (and all the bottles opened and connections made along the way). We’ll be featuring wine tastings of library selections, current releases, and wine futures. Live music with the Jason Campbell Band and local eats from a pizza truck outside the winery. Free admission and open to the 21+ public.
Wine + Doughnut Pairing
What’s better than doughnuts? Doughnuts paired with wine! We are excited to partner with a local bakery in Los Olivos for this special sweet and savory pairing. God’s Country Provisions was established in 2018 to bring creativity to familiar doughnuts we all love, delivered with wine country hospitality. Pre-order of this doughnut pairing is required, as they will be baked to order and picked up each morning. Ticket holders may come in to our vineyard tasting room anytime on Saturday from 10am – 3pm to redeem their tickets for a delicious wine and food pairing flight.
Wine & Food Affair – 21st Annual, Sonoma County
Wine & Food Affair ~ Tasting Along the Wine Road is the premier event for Wine Road – Northern Sonoma County! Join us for a weekend of wine and food pairing in the Alexander, Dry Creek and Russian River Valleys. Come celebrate the harvest with us. Enjoy our world-class wines, paired with locally grown produce, showcasing our farmers and producers. All of the wineries participating will have a favorite winery recipe available online, which they will prepare both days for you to sample, along with the perfect wine. Ticket holders will receive their tasting glass and wristband upon check-in.
Live Music, Food Truck + Wine in the Vineyard
Sundays in October are always a great time to visit Riverbench Vineyard! Special outdoor wine menu includes wine by the bottle or glass. Bring a blanket and find a spot for a picnic on the lawn. A local musician (to be announced soon) will be filling the garden with all original music from 12pm to 3pm. Big Truck Foods will be serving their delicious grilled sandwiches and burgers made with deli-fresh meats and cheeses, served on locally baked breads with their own unique sauces.
Schugtoberfest
The Schug family’s winemaking roots begin along the Rhein River in Germany, at Domäne Assmannshausen, where Walter Schug spent his childhood and his father Ewald was Winemaster, beginning in 1923. In the early 1900s, as the popularity of Munich’s Oktoberfest grew, the small towns scattered across Germany- including the winemaking regions- began throwing their own versions of the harvest festival. Through this tradition, we continue to celebrate the fall bounty with our annual Schugtoberfest Harvest Party! Admission includes drink tickets, bites, live polka with dancing, and stunning views of Carneros from the Schug Estate.
Fall Wine Passport in Santa Clara Valley
Enjoy a month long tasting adventure at 34 wineries in the Santa Clara Valley. Passport includes tastings at each winery, exclusive discounts at wineries and local restaurants and businesses and entry into a drawing! Live music, small bites and delicious wines.
Arroyo Grande Harvest Festival
The Harvest Festival is will be held on September 27-28, 2019. The festivities will include parade, entertainment, performances, music, diaper derby, scarecrow decorating contest, homegrown growing contest, pie and bread contest, arts and crafts, food and more. Visit the agricultural pavilion and browse various displays, farm animals, a grape stomp and more. Free admission. Hours: Fri 4pm-9pm; Sat 10am-5pm
Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival
Join us for the 122nd annual Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival – a weekend of food, wine, art and a celebration of harvest. Includes both adult and youth grape stomps! The number of teams will be limited.
Live Music at Carr Winery with the Conner Cherland Trio
Get ready for the weekend with live music by the Conner Cherland Trio from 7-9pm! Blending a contemporary style with a variety of musical genres — including indie-folk, Americana, soul, and pop —Conner Cherland’s voice compares to present-day singers like Hozier, Ed Sheeran, and Shakey Graves. Free admission, 21 and over.
Live Music at Carr Winery with the David Segall Band
Join us Friday night in the Barrel Room for the beachy, folksy sounds of Santa Barbara native, David Segall. Pair it with empanadas and wines by the glass, and you’re all set for an ideal kickoff to the weekend. David Segall is a singer and songwriter from Santa Barbara whose eclectic mixture of rock, soul, folk and reggae is greatly influenced by all things oceanic. He is an avid sailor, surfer and lover of the sea. Inspired by musicians like Jack Johnson, Lukas Nelson, and the Beach Boys, Segall’s lively melodies and insightful lyrics are true reflections of his Southern California background. Free admission, 21 and over.
T.G.I.F.C. Wine and Pizza Fridays
Fridays, 11am – 5pm. $25 General, $20 Wine Club Members Includes 10″ wood fired pizza (choose from four cheese, veggie or meat) and a glass of Pinot Grigio, Dry Sangiovese Rosé or Siena. Additional wines by the glass or bottle available. No reservations necessary!
California Wine Month at Vina Robles
Celebrate California Wine Month at the Vina Robles Hospitality Center. During the month of September, save big on 6+ bottles of all Vina Robles Estate Series wines. While you’re here, enjoy new release tastings, wine and cheese pairings, bistro service, and Saturday Live featuring local musicians.
Josh Groban at Wente Estate Winery
For more than 30 years, Wente Vineyards has showcased world-renowned entertainers in the sustainable winery’s natural amphitheater. At the picturesque Wente Vineyards Cresta Blanca Winery, concert guests can enjoy amazing sunset dinners, palate-pleasing wine, and renowned hospitality, all before the show even begins. Now, the 2019 Wente Vineyards Summer Concert Series presented by Mercedes Benz present Josh Groban!
The Doobie Brothers at Wente Estate Winery
For more than 30 years, Wente Vineyards has showcased world-renowned entertainers in the sustainable winery’s natural amphitheater. At the picturesque Wente Vineyards Cresta Blanca Winery, concert guests can enjoy amazing sunset dinners, palate-pleasing wine, and renowned hospitality, all before the show even begins. Now, the 2019 Wente Vineyards Summer Concert Series presented by Mercedes Benz present The Doobie Brothers!
Fleetwood Mask at Wente Estate Winery
Fleetwood Mask is a Fleetwood Mac tribute band from the San Francisco Bay Area. The band formed out of a mutual love and respect for Fleetwood Mac’s music and story. Replicating one of rock’s most successful bands is a passion for Fleetwood Mask and each band member is committed to performing the music of Fleetwood Mac with authenticity and style. With over 25 years of professional music and theatrical experience combined, Fleetwood Mask is dedicated to providing audiences from festivals, wineries and clubs a fun and exciting Fleetwood Mac musical experience! Don’t just take our word for it, experience Fleetwood Mask!
FRONT PORCH MUSIC FESTIVAL 2019
Hosted by Fifth Generation Winegrower, Karl D. Wente, the festival will feature amazing local and regional bands on multiple stages set up throughout the Wente Vineyards Estate Winery property on Tesla Road. This is the Tri-Valley event to end the summer with and kick off Harvest! Join us and spend the day jamming to live music, drinking memorable wines, and enjoying delicious food options in the company of family and friends.
Celebrate California Wine Month with Foxen
In honor of California Wine Month, we are offering an extra 5% discount on any purchase of 6 bottles or more through the month of September. Also, join us on Sunday September 8th for a book signing by George Rose, Live music by Different Strings and Garey Deli will be serving up some delicious Santa Maria style BBQ.
Rutherford Hill Winery’s Annual Barn Bash
Kick up your heels and toast to this year’s spectacular harvest at this 8th annual Barn Bash release party. Enjoy a special selection of Rutherford Hill and Terlato Vineyards wines paired with authentic BBQ fare. Try your hand at line dancing or just rock out to live music while enjoying our stunning views from the Top of the Hill. An array of carnival games will also be featured to ensure a fun time is had by all. Space is limited, reserve your tickets now!
WINEderlust
El Dorado County’s most creative, passionate and pioneering winemakers, brewers, musicians and artisans will be converging on Middle Main Street in Placerville (Old Hangtown), CA for a full street fair, concert and beverage bazzar! With an obsession for all things El Dorado-born-and-raised, every wine featured is made from El Dorado grown fruit, all the bands are local folks playing that Hangtown sound and the artists and vendors will be exhibiting their regional aesthetic. Fill your belly with the best eats from our local food trucks, enjoy some hands-on fun like flower crown making, corn hole and other fun and games.
Second Saturdays in the Haley Corridor
Second Saturday is our monthly block party showcasing the variety of local industry, arts and eats that abound around Haley Street in the heart of Santa Barbara. Take a tour of the area with wine and beer tastings, culinary specials, and more in our award-winning bars, restaurants, wineries and breweries. Find out more info at the Haley Corridor website!
2019 Taste of Sonoma
Taste of Sonoma, presented by Visa Signature®, is nestled in the wine country at the Green Music Center at Sonoma State University on August 31, 2019. Showcasing Sonoma County’s most renowned wineries and chefs, this event offers wine and culinary enthusiasts access to taste and experience Sonoma County. The one-day immersive lineup will include a walk-around wine tasting, guided wine seminars and themed lounges. Visa Signature and Visa Infinite® cardholders receive preferred pricing and access to exclusive perks at the event, including early entry at 11:00 a.m. Tickets are $150 to $255 per person. To purchase tickets, visit tasteofsonoma.com.
Harvest Wine Celebration @ Charles R Vineyards
Ron Dee’s, Louisiana’s best BBQ and delicious Filipino cuisine, will be dishing up Hot Links, Kielbasa, Pulled Finger Lickin’ Chicken and Pork Loin Po Boy Sandwiches along with Lumpia, Pancit and Chicken Adobo, what a combo! To pair with the menu, we will be releasing our 2017 Chardonnay, 2015 Zinfandel and 2010 Petite Sirah. Kick back to live music on our garden patio with Mud Daddy, a 6-piece Rock cover band putting on an energetic classic Rock ‘n’ Roll and Blues show with strong vocal harmonies, driving percussion and a dynamic lead guitar. Sneak in some retail therapy with our local artisans showcasing hand crafted jewelry, pottery and ceramics, watercolors, designed and lighted wine bottles, woodworks, wine charms and more.
Barbera Release Event
September is California Wine Month! To celebrate, we are having a release party for one of our signature varietals, Barbera! We will be pouring our 2017 Barbera, 2017 Estate Barbera, and a few other of your favorite Oak Farm Vineyards wines. Food will be available to purchase and live music will be going on from 12pm-4pm. This event is free to attend and open to the public. We are a 21 and over facility, so all guests attending must be 21 or over. This includes infants, small children, and all those under 21 years of age.
Pinot & Pups
Paired with 5 Gainey Vineyard Pinot Noirs is an afternoon of fun for you and your pups! $30 per person includes the tasting, gourmet dog goodies, wine specials and dog trainers on site from K9 Solutions. 25% of tastings are being donated to the K9 Solutions non-profit organization. Join us for a great time of Pinot and play!
Brett Eldredge
For more than 30 years, Wente Vineyards has showcased world-renowned entertainers in the sustainable winery’s natural amphitheater. At the picturesque Wente Vineyards Cresta Blanca Winery, concert guests can enjoy amazing sunset dinners, palate-pleasing wine, and renowned hospitality, all before the show even begins. Now, the 2019 Wente Vineyards Summer Concert Series presented by Mercedes Benz present country star Brett Eldredge!
Daughtry at Wente Vineyards
For more than 30 years, Wente Vineyards has showcased world-renowned entertainers in the sustainable winery’s natural amphitheater. At the picturesque Wente Vineyards Cresta Blanca Winery, concert guests can enjoy amazing sunset dinners, palate-pleasing wine, and renowned hospitality, all before the show even begins.
Reo Speed Wagon
For more than 30 years, Wente Vineyards has showcased world-renowned entertainers in the sustainable winery’s natural amphitheater. At the picturesque Wente Vineyards Cresta Blanca Winery, concert guests can enjoy amazing sunset dinners, palate-pleasing wine, and renowned hospitality, all before the show even begins. Now, the 2019 Wente Vineyards Summer Concert Series presented by Mercedes Benz present REO Speed Wagon!
Boz Scaggs & Aaron Neville
For more than 30 years, Wente Vineyards has showcased world-renowned entertainers in the sustainable winery’s natural amphitheater. At the picturesque Wente Vineyards Cresta Blanca Winery, concert guests can enjoy amazing sunset dinners, palate-pleasing wine, and renowned hospitality, all before the show even begins. Now, the 2019 Wente Vineyards Summer Concert Series presented by Mercedes Benz present Boz Scaggs and Aaron Neville!
The Adventure Pinot
Virginia Dare Winery is hosting the 1st Adventure Pinot, showcasing all things Pinot from the Family Coppola. Explore our portfolio at different wine stations – Virginia Dare, Domaine de Broglie, Francis Coppola Reserve, Director’s Cut and Director’s, Diamond, Sofia, and Votre Sante! In addition to Pinots, sample delectable food from the Family Coppola restaurants Café Zoetrope, Rustic, and our very own Wero. A souvenir wine glass is included with your ticket, and each of the wines will be available for purchase in our pop-up Pinot Store with a special day of discount!
Live Music at Carr Winery with the Mark Tesla Band
Stop by Carr this Friday for live tunes by the Mark Tesla Band, a local group with a big sound. Consisting of Mark Brinkman on vocals, guitar, and harmonica, John Teetsel on the guitar, bass, and cajon, and John Carey on vocals and guitar, the Santa Barbara group will be putting their spin on classic hits. Empanadas by Buena Onda will also be available for purchase. It’ll be a festive Friday night you won’t want to miss!
Livermore Valley Harvest Wine Celebration
Tickets include wine tastings, commemorative Livermore Valley Wine Country GoVino glass, wine discounts and activities. Cheers to outdoor GoVino wine glasses that won’t make your drink smell or taste like plastic! GoVino glasses are also BPA free, recyclable and made in the USA. Participating Wineries 3 Steve’s Winery, Bent Creek Winery, Big White House Winery, BoaVentura de Caires, Caddis Winery, Cedar Mountain, Charles R Vineyards, Cuda Ridge Wines, Darcie Kent Vineyards, Eagle Ridge Vineyards, Ehrenberg Cellars, el Sol Winery, Elliston Vineyards, Embodied Wines, Fenestra Winery, Leisure Street Winery, Longevity Wines, Mitchell Katz Winery, Murrieta’s Well, Nella Terra Cellars, Page Mill Winery, Retzlaff Vineyards, Rios-Lovell Estate, Rodrigue Molyneaux, The Singing Winemaker, The Steven Kent Winery, Wente Vineyards, Winemakers Studio and Wood Family Vineyards!
Live Music at Carr Winery with the Jason Campbell Band
Groove to the upbeat, rock-n’-roll-inspired tunes of the Jason Campbell Band this Friday in the Barrel Room! The Jason Campbell Band has been described as having “[crafted] a musical intersection of rock, country, and funk that resulted in a sound uniquely their own. Although difficult to define, it is undeniably accessible and infectious.” Bring a friend (or six!), then pair your Friday night fun with fresh-made empanadas from Buena Onda and your favorite Carr wine. Free admission, 21 and over.
Second Saturdays in the Haley Corridor: Kickoff Night!
Join us for the kickoff of our new monthly event in the Haley Corridor: Second Saturdays along Haley Street! Restaurants, wineries and breweries, boutiques, workshops, and more will be opening their doors with special events, activities, and deals for the evening. Explore the arts and culture of Haley Street, sipping and savoring your way from one block to the next — the ultimate Saturday night “block party” that takes place on the second Saturday of each month. For more info about Second Saturdays and a full list of participating wineries, breweries, restaurants, and small businesses, visit www.haleycorridor.com/second-saturday-on-haley-street.
Carr Winery Summer Art Series: “Animals”
Join us at the latest installment of the Carr Winery Summer Art Series, “Animals,” featuring animal-inspired artwork by six unique local artists. From 6-8pm, we’ll be celebrating the show’s opening reception with artists Adam Peot, Gus Harper, Rachel Wilkins, Peter Horjus, Kelly Clause, and John Baran, plus local artisans Taki Gold, Zahara Jade, and Sand + Cinnamon. Wine will be flowing alongside small local bites and live beats by DJ Audio Pool. Meet the artists in person, enjoy a glass of your favorite Carr wine, and celebrate with us as we kick off our latest Summer Art Series. We will see you there!
The Beach Boys at Rodney Strong Vineyards
You can capsulize most pop music acts by reciting how many hits they’ve had and how many millions of albums they’ve sold. But these conventional measurements fall short when you’re assessing the impact of The Beach Boys. This band has birthed a torrent of hit singles and sold albums by the tens of millions. But its greater significance lies in the fact that The Beach Boys’ songs have forever changed the musical landscape, profoundly influencing countless performing artists to follow.
Wine+Pizza Friday
We invite you to join us on Fridays this Summer for our Wine & Pizza Pairing on the Terrace. Choose between a hearty meat or a vegetarian style pizza prepared by Winery Chef Alejandro Garcia in our outdoor brick oven, served with a glass of perfectly paired Rodney Strong wine. Available Fridays through October. $25 per pizza and glass of wine. $20 for Club Members.
Wine & Pizza Friday
We invite you to join us on Fridays this Summer for our Wine & Pizza Pairing on the Terrace. Choose between a hearty meat or a vegetarian style pizza prepared by Winery Chef Alejandro Garcia in our outdoor brick oven, served with a glass of perfectly paired Rodney Strong wine. Available most Fridays through October. $25 per pizza and glass of wine. $20 for Club Members.
Americana Evening on the Green
Bring your chairs & blankets and settle in on the Green for an evening of fine wine, delicious bites and music featuring San Francisco’s Dirty Cello. Enjoy wines by the glass or bottle paired with pizzas from our own Chef Alejandro Garcia. Peruse wares from local Sonoma County artisans and makers. Admission is free!
Flamenco Nights at Carr Winery with Tony Ybarra and Dancers
Fiesta is here! Join us tonight at Carr Winery with live flamenco music by the Tony Ybarra duo, featuring a live flamenco dancer. Enjoy this one of a kind entertainment while you sip your favorite Carr wines alongside delicious, handcrafted empanadas from Buena Onda. Born in Santa Barbara, California, Anthony L. Ybarra has had the guitar in his hands all his life. His father introduced to him Latin and jazz music at an early age and soon his musical palette broadened to encompass classical and flamenco. He also was a multi-instrumentalist and performed in rock, pop, and Liturgical settings. His diverse musical background proved essential in the success of Ybarra Music. His understanding of these diverse styles has led him craft out his own sound that is melodic, romantic, intimate, rhythmic, and sophisticated. Free admission, 21+.
Barbera Festival in Amador County
What is the Barbera Festival? It’s on outdoor wine and food festival like no other! Taste American renditions of the Italian classic varietal, Barbera, from more than 60 wineries coming from across California. And… Enjoy white wines, local craft beer and food offerings from top local restaurants (all available for purchase) And… Relax with some live music from renowned musicians and satisfy your shopping bug with offerings from more than 25 artists and craft vendors. For complete information, visit www.barberafestival.com A production of Amador Vintners
Dine in the Vines at Andis Wines
DINE IN THE VINES – Our Wine Maker, Mark Fowler and Wine Ambassador, Lorenzo Muslia will take you on a journey from vine to wine while dining at our family style table set between the vines – sipping on exclusive Andis boutique wines paired with award winning food by Taste Restaurant and gorgeous centerpieces from Upcountry Farms. Four Courses / Four Specialty Andis Wines $85 per person / $68 Andis Wine Club Members
Lodi Grape Festival
For 82 years the people in San Joaquin County have been gathering to celebrate the grape harvest at the annual Lodi Grape Festival. What started out as a small food festival in downtown Lodi has now evolved into a four day event filled with great entertainment, food, wine tasting, vendors, grape and commodity murals, competitive exhibits, carnival, grape displays and so much more!
Mushroom Day at Dutton-Goldfield
Mushrooms and pinot go together like peas and carrots. We love pairing DG pinot noir with mushroom recipes, especially the unique varieties cultivated by our neighbors, Mycopia Gourmet Mushroom. Join us as Mycopia, local pioneers in specialty mushrooms, returns to host an intriguing mushroom seminar at 2pm on Saturday September 28th in our cellar. Learn about foraging, different varieties of fungi, and how mushrooms promote sustainability. Delicious, savory Mycopia mushroom bread pudding will also be served as part of the experience.
38th Annual Taste of the Town
The Connoisseurs’ Circle Gala dinner and live auction kicks off the two day of events on Friday evening at Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort. Guest dine on a 4-course gourmet meal created by Culinary Honoree Executive Chef Mossin Sugich, Hilton SB Beachfront Resort, and paired with premier wines provided by Vintner of the Year Courtney Foley, The Foley Food and Wine Society. On Sunday, guest enjoy tastes provided by some of the areas best food, wine and spirits providers. Over 70 vendors are expected to participate. Each guest receives a complimentary wine glass to take home.
Live Music at Carr Winery with Stacked
Kick off the weekend with wines by the glass, empanadas and a little rock n’ roll. Stacked is a Santa Barbara-based rock band created by musicians seeking to play the music they would like to hear in the live music venues they frequent. Only covering cool songs from the 60s to the present, Stacked will make you want to sing and groove along to their music. Be ready to rock out to the sounds dealt by Vivien Alexander (vocals), Jesse Benenati (drums), “Crazy Fast Fingers” Joey Flowers (guitar), Benji Mosso (bass), and Raul Cano-Rogers (guitar). Free Admission, 21+.
Vineyard Walk at Dutton Ranch
Guests take a deeper dive into winegrowing with a morning vineyard walk, followed by a light brunch and wine tasting. Limited to only 16 guests. Secure your spot today.
Ramona Grape Stomp
To celebrate the harvest of grapes throughout the Ramona Valley, this fun-filled family event will offer attendees the opportunity to: • Stomp in a grape stomp competition, or in the free and leisurely ‘fun stomp’ • Sample award-winning local wine, craft beer, and cider • Shop at a variety of selected artisans and merchants • Enjoy face painting and other fun activities for the kids • Find treasures in the silent auction, featuring hand crafted items from local schools • Nibble on food while you have fun watching others stomp away.
2019 Landmark Lobster Feed
Join us for our 4th Annual Lobster Feed at Landmark Vineyards on Friday, September 13th! Wine tasting will begin at 6pm and once all the bibs are tied, steaming pots full of lobsters, succulent prawns, hot links, artichokes, new potatoes, onions, and corn will overflow the table. It’s all topped off with fresh sourdough baguettes, & drawn butter alongside Landmark’s Single Vineyard Chardonnays.
Barrels of Corralitos
Join the wineries of the idyllic Corralitos Wine Trail in the Santa Cruz Mountains for a day of wine tasting, food & entertainment! • Taste new & yet-to-be released wines from Pinot Noir to Zinfandel • Purchase futures at special barrel pricing • Receive a logo glass with ticket • Enjoy live music at most venues & food for purchase
Live Music at Carr Winery with Whesli
The dynamic singer-songwriter duo, Whesli, returns to Carr Winery on Friday, July 19th for a night of live music, empanadas, and good wine. Indie, soul, and rock n’ roll, Whesli is a music duo based out of Los Angeles, California. Free admission, 21+
Lucas & Lewellen “Summer Fridays” – a wine and cheese pairing series
Join your friends on the last Friday of each summer month at the Lucas & Lewellen Tasting Room in Solvang for live musi, and our annual summer wine and cheese pairing series, featuring selected artisan cheeses paired to Lucas & Lewellen wines.
Sunday Funday
Enjoy an afternoon of wine and music. The Hurricane Kitchen Food Truck will be cooking a storm starting at 12pm, and local musician Danielle Taylor will be playing from 1 to 3pm! This event is free to attend, no tickets required!
Sunday Funday
Enjoy an afternoon of wine and music! The Hurricane Kitchen Food Truck will be cooking a storm starting at 12pm, and local musician, Billy Manzik, will be playing from 1 to 3pm. This event is free to attend, no tickets required!
Wine-Down Friday
Join us after hours for a glass (or bottle) of wine. Live music by local favorite Shane Stoneman and food available to purchase from Javed Kabab Paradise Food Truck. The event is free to attend: no tickets required!
Wine-Down Friday
Save the date! Join us after hours for a glass (or bottle!) of wine. Live music by Craig Kinkaid and food available to purchase from The Hurricane Kitchen food truck. The event is free to attend: no tickets required!
Sunday Funday
Enjoy an afternoon of wine and music. Fire & Wine will have wood-fired fare available to purchase and Noach Tangeras will be playing from 1 to 3pm! This event is free to attend, no tickets required!
Sunday Funday at Baileyanna
Enjoy an afternoon of wine and music. Javed Kabab Paradise Food Truck will have food available for purchase starting at 12pm, Local favorites B & The Hive, will be playing from 1 to 3pm! This event is free to attend, no tickets required!
Wine Down Friday
Join us after work for a glass (or bottle) of wine! Live music by Ras Danny – Authentic Jamaican Reggae Music and food available to purchase from Javed Kabab Kitchen Food Truck. The event is free to attend: no tickets required!
Syrah Soirée at Carr Winery
Join us Saturday, July 13th, for an unmissable evening of Syrah, live music, and local cuisine as we celebrate the newest Carr release: the 2017 Carr Syrah from Santa Barbara County! Taste through the lineup of 2016 Carr Syrahs, featuring the 2016 Kaerskov Vineyard Syrah from Los Olivos and the 2016 Tierra Alta Vineyard Syrah from Ballard Canyon (plus, a mystery bottle you’ll have to experience for yourself). Enjoy local BBQ by A.R. food truck — the perfect accompaniment to a Syrah tasting! — as well as live music by the Left Hand Lions, and you’re in for a perfect Saturday night. Free admission, 21 and over.
Madera Wine Trail’s California Wine Month Celebration
In honor of the statewide celebration of California Wine Month, guests of the public, media, wine, food and travel industries are invited to visit Toca Madera Winery in Madera to enjoy wine tasting from local wineries, appetizers provided by fine local restaurants, caterers and live music. The Madera Vintners Association also honors and awards partners and associates who have influenced the local wine industry as well as recognizes recipients of the 2019 MVA Student Grants for Fresno State students.
Live Music at Carr Winery with D.on Darox & the Melody Joy Bakers
Friday, July 12, D.on Darox & the Melody Joy Bakers debut at Carr Winery! The Melody Joy Bakers are a 7-piece brain child of the nomadic, multi-instrumentalist, and growling frontman D.on Darox. The band is based out of Southern California, and their sound combines roots, jazz, and American blues music with Latin rhythms. D.on Darox & the Melody Joy Bakers have performed on many stages and streets across the United States. They have won over the hearts of broad audiences ranging from the young, the aged, and those lost and inebriated somewhere in between. Their high energy shows, along with their signature sound, have been called everything from swamp jazz to dirty blues. Free admission, 21+.
Flamenco Nights in the Barrel Room with Tony Ybarra
This Friday, join us in the Barrel Room for a vibrant, energetic night of flamenco music by classical guitarist, Tony Ybarra. From 7-9pm, we’ll be kicking off the weekend with wines by the glass, empanadas, and the upbeat summertime sounds of live flamenco guitar. Born in Santa Barbara, California, Anthony L. Ybarra has had the guitar in his hands all his life. His father introduced him to Latin and jazz music at an early age and soon his musical palette broadened to encompass classical and flamenco. His understanding of these diverse styles has led him craft out his own sound that is melodic, romantic, intimate, rhythmic, and sophisticated. Free admission, 21+.
Annual Harvest Party at Merryvale Vineyards
We invite you to join us at Merryvale and see first hand how Napa’s 2019 harvest is progressing. Guests will enjoy live music and light bites served alongside Merryvale and Starmont wines. Merryvale and Starmont Wine Club members can also pick up their current Wine Club allocation during their visit. $65 per person; Merryvale, Starmont and Profile Wine Club Members can log in and purchase up to four tickets at the special price of $35/person.
Love Livermore Live
We invite you to join us for an incredible day in the sun centered around original live music, homegrown wine, and the community that ties us all together. Set a blanket on the lawn among the picturesque Darcie Kent Vineyards and enjoy the best of Livermore’s melodies, wines and beers, food, and most of all, the incredible people who make up the Livermore community (YOU). We will have 14 musical acts on 3 rotating stages. Relax on the the lawn of the Truck Stage, burn some calories at the Barn Stage, and get an intimate singer-songwriter experience in the Acoustic Lounge. Most importantly, Love Livermore Live is a fundraiser designed to put instruments in the hands of Livermore’s youth. We hope you will help us to continue Livermore’s unique culture of supporting original, homegrown art!
Wine-Down Friday
Join us after work for a glass (or bottle!) of wine. Live music by local favorite Shawn Clark Family Band and food available to purchase from Javed Kabab Paradise Food Truck. The event is free to attend: no tickets required!
Carr Winery Patio Beats with DJ FAB
Join us on the patio of Carr Winery this Sunday for our summer-friendly series, Patio Beats! Extend your weekend festivities just a little longer with wine spritzers, sunshine, and live beats by Santa Barbara-based music mixer, DJ FAB. Free admission, 21+.
Live Music at Carr Winery with SBCC New World Jazz Ensemble
Get jazzed at Carr Winery on Friday, June 28 with the SBCC New World Jazz Ensemble. Enjoy wines by the glass, empanadas, and live music from 7-9pm. The SBCC New World Jazz Ensemble is Santa Barbara City College’s advanced jazz combo. Directed by guitarist Tony Ybarra, this group performs modern jazz and Latin jazz arrangements along with classic jazz standards. The group features advanced jazz students playing saxophone, trombone, tenor sax, bass, drums, and piano. Free admission, 21+
Live Music at Carr Winery with the Reserve
The perfect soundtrack to a Friday night? The alt-americana vibes of The Reserve, playing the Barrel Room tonight from 7-9pm. Pair it with a glass of wine and you’re set! Cultivated in Santa Barbara, The Reserve is a cocktail of music-makers that have made up the backbone of the local scene for over a decade. A mixture of textured rhythms from string specialist Jeff Kranzler set the foundation for a dynamic duo of voices bolstered by the carefully crafted instrumental leads of Kris Ehrman. A trained jazz singer, Katie Fritzke’s voice soars while vocalist Dustin Janson uses a raw and raspy style to perfectly round out the sound. Free admission, 21 and over.
Saturday Set at Carr Winery with the Cantillon Brothers
Join us this Saturday for live music and wine at Carr Winery. We’ll be rockin’ the Barrel Room with brothers Tom and Mike Cantillon of Beta Play.Together, the brothers have released five albums and four singles with their band Beta Play (previously known as Tommy & the High Pilots) and have been featured on the cover of the Independent and Scene magazines in Santa Barbara, as well as VEVO, YouTube, and MTV.com. This Saturday, they’ll bring a variety of covers to the table, including ’50s and ’60s doo-wop, classic rock, folk, funk, pop, ’90s alt-rock hits, and more. Be sure to check them out on Spotify, YouTube, and Pandora.Free admission, 21+.
Live Music at Carr Winery with the Lindsley Brothers
This Friday in the Carr Winery Barrel Room, enjoy wines by the glass, empanadas, and summer jams with local Santa Barbara duo, the Lindsley Brothers. These two guys are taking music to places it hasn’t been in a while!
4th of July Concert & Drone Show
Celebrate the Fourth of July with South Coast Winery Resort & Spa! We’re bringing back the Rhythm on the Vine® concert series with a spectacular Independence Day showcase — featuring music, food trucks, and lighting up the night sky. Country-pop duo Brown & Gray, known for their hit single “Top Down”, will headline the show, with local favorite Kanan Road opening. Then, at 9pm, we’re taking fireworks to a new level with Temecula Wine Country’s first ever Independence Day DRONE LIGHT SHOW!!! Ticket holders also can take advantage of extra special room rates at South Coast, starting at only $199/night! This is an immersive experience you won’t want to miss.
Progressive Party Through the Haley Corridor
Join us for an exciting evening of food, beer, wine, chocolate, art, fashion, and more! We’re throwing a progressive party through the Haley Corridor featuring Santa Barbara’s best-kept gems: a collection of small businesses, breweries, wineries, and restaurants linked together by way of Haley Street. Check in at 15 venues spanning 4 blocks, enjoying all that this hidden secret of the East Side has to offer. Tickets available on nightout.com.
Live Music at Carr Winery with the Stiff Pickle Orchestra
Come on in tonight for a great evening filled with live music, wine, and plenty of good weekend vibes. The Stiff Pickle Orchestra, with Tom Murray on guitar and Rod Rolle on drums, hail from Santa Barbara. They have been entertaining audiences with a surprisingly fresh but still familiar sound that appeals to all age groups. Their original sound includes rootsy vocal harmonies, hot solos, and fun audience participation songs. The Stiff Pickle Orchestra is a real musical treat. Call it, “Juke Joint Blues.” Free admission, 21+.
Pig, Pizza and Pinot
Landmark Vineyard’s most popular event of the year, the 6th annual Pig, Pizza & Pinot, a festival that celebrates Landmark’s Pinot Noirs, pairing with whole-roasted pig and wood-fired pizza provided by The Girl & The Fig.
Harvest Festival at Landmark Vineyards
Celebrate the bounty of Harvest at Landmark Vineyard’s Annual Harvest Festival. Featuring amazing BBQ and live music paired with exquisite Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs!
Live Music at Carr Winery with TD Lind Duo
Raconteur and wayward traveling bluesman, TD Lind is in the house on Friday, May 31 from 7-9pm. Born in 1972 in England. Moved to New York in 1991. Since then, TD Lind has lived in Kentucky, London, Los Angeles, Provence (France), and currently resides in Ojai, California. Over the years TD has played/worked with Glyn Johns, Sting, Bad Company, The Moody Blues, Wilco, The Mavericks, Marillion, and James Blunt, to name a few. TD has released four albums to critical acclaim and is currently releasing his fifth record, titled Stone Fruit Blues, backed by the California Feetwarmers and produced by two-time Grammy-winning producer Tim V. Hutton. Free admission, 21+.
Summer Art Series at Carr Winery
The Summer Art Series continues at Carr Winery with Unearthed, an art show featuring the unique work of artists Lynn Dodge, Al McCurdy, Jacob Houchen, and Brendan Briggs. Celebrate with us at the show’s opening reception on Saturday, June 8, from 6:00 to 9:00pm. Enjoy cuisine from local food trucks, sip wines by the glass, meet the artists in person, and enjoy an amazing kickoff to the latest art installations at Carr Winery! Free admission, 21+.
Gravenstein Apple Fair
Don’t miss Sonoma County Farm Trails’ beloved summer event, the Gravenstein Apple Fair on August 17 & 18 in Sebastopol. Come celebrate the best of Sonoma County! There is something for everyone: Live Music on 2 Stages: Americana, World, Zydeco & more 30 of Sonoma County’s Best Food Vendors Local wine, craft cider and microbrews Children’s Corner: Arts & crafts, farm animals, circus & more Do-It-Yourself Workshops: Experts share skills from cheesemaking to worm composting Vendors: Over 75 artists and crafters Life on the Farm Arena: Farmer panels, sheep shearing, cowboy storytelling, etc. Plus, Artisan Tasting Lounge ($20 access for curated food & libation pairings)
Live Music at Carr Winery with Key Party
There aesthetic is vintage-meets-modern: James Bond with the Avengers. Blondie with The Kills. Shaken, not stirred–but in a trash can and poured into a martini glass. Check out local group Key Party tonight at Carr Winery, paired with wines by the glass and empanadas!
Wine-Down Friday
Save the date! Join us after work for a glass (or bottle!) of wine. Live music by Anchor & Bear and food available to purchase from The Hurricane Kitchen. The event is free to attend: no tickets required!
Wine-Down Friday
Join us after work for wines by the glass (or bottle!). Listen to live music by Natalie Haskins and purchase delicious food from Hurricane Kitchen Food Truck. The event is free to attend: no tickets required!
Sunday Funday
Enjoy an afternoon of wine and music. The Hurricane Kitchen Food Truck will be cooking a storm starting at 12pm, and Five Parts Devil will be playing from 1 to 3pm! This event is free to attend, no tickets required.
Live Music at Carr Winery with the Left Hand Lions
A rising Americana/folk rock band, the Left Hand Lions grab their audience with raw passion, grit, and a familiar tenderness. With a unique blend of 12-string guitar, cajon, and a mesmerizing electric lead, they captivate all who listen with their toe-tapping beats and impassioned performances. Based in Santa Barbara, CA, the Left Hand Lions tour California, spreading their Wild Americana sound—a raw blend of wire, wood, smoke, and sparks. Their stylings are reminiscent of bands including Mumford & Sons, Pearl Jam, and the Dave Matthews Band. Roar on!
Patio Beats at Carr Winery with DJ FAB
Join us on the patio Sunday afternoon for Patio Beats – a Sunday Funday to help you extend your Memorial Day weekend festivities just a little longer. We will be featuring DJ FAB and pouring rosé spritzers, along with all your other favorite Carr wines, from 3:00 – 6:00pm. Recover, relax, and unwind!
Taste our Terroir
On Thursday July 25, 2019 Livermore Valley’s premier food and wine affair will take place, which has 19 winemakers partnering with Bay Area chefs to compete for honors at Casa Real Event Center from 6-9 PM. Taste pairings and cast your vote for the coveted People’s Choice award! Friday through Sunday, wineries across the region host ten food and wine events including Port tastings, a hike in the vineyard, honey tasting and more.
Wine & Wags
Join us for the 2nd annual Wine & Wags event! Livermore Valley’s dog friendly wineries host a day of fun for dogs and their owners across the region. Bring your friendly four legged friends (on a leash, of course!), and enjoy a day in beautiful Wine Country. Local animal rescues will be partnered with our wineries, promoting adoptions of their furry friends that need a home.
Live Music at Carr Winery with Whesli
The dynamic indie-rock duo Whesli will return to Carr Winery on Friday, May 10! Specializing in indie, soul, and rock n’ roll, Whesli is a music duo based out of Los Angeles, California. The band, consisting of guitarist and vocalist Whesli and pianist Daniel, has been performing, writing, and recording music together since 2015.
Wine Fest Sunday at Vina Robles Winery
Top off Wine Fest Weekend at the Vina Robles Hospitality Center. Join us in the courtyard for a savory rib barbeque prepared by Chef James Richmond. Enjoy estate wines while rockin’ out to a mix of classic cover songs and originals performed by Chad Land & The R&R Rock Band. While you’re here, spruce up your summer wine rack by saving 25% on Estate Series cases, Wine Club Members save 35%.
Cookie Decorating Workshop at Landmark Vineyards
Join Landmark Vineyards as we invite the girls of Sift Dessert Bar for a day of decorating! With this class you will receive one on one instruction and help, half a dozen sugar cookies, all the supplies for the decorating, and a glass of Chardonnay or Pinot Noir provided by Landmark Vineyards! 21+ Event, Tickets Limited!
Live Music at Carr Winery with After the Smoke
Raise a glass to Friday night at Carr Winery with featured reggae band, After the Smoke. Hailing from Ventura County in Southern CA, After the Smoke comes to you with an original style of Cali roots-rock reggae music. After years of pursuing their own musical endeavors, longtime friends come together to bring the world a new sound of reggae. What started out as a few jam sessions eventually led to an original blend of roots-rock reggae, with every individual member contributing a unique influence from their diverse backgrounds. Their message of peace, love and unity through music is what makes them such a joy to listen to and watch perform. Free admission, 21+.
Live Music at Carr Winery with Teresa Russell & Tom Buenger
To describe her as “the most awesome female rock guitarist… ever!” is simply an understatement – Teresa Russell is one of the best guitarists out there, male or female. She has performed all over the world and has shared the stage with guitar rockers such as Johnny Winter, Walter Trout, Carl Verheyen, Corby Yates and others. This Friday, she will be performing acoustic, blues, folk, gospel, and rock at Carr Winery, joined by the amazing Tom Buenger on vocals, harmonica, and cajon. Free admission, 21+.
Summer Art Series at Carr Winery
The Summer Art Series returns to Carr Winery in Santa Barbara in May 2019 with featured artists Ryan Dafoe, Russel Dafoe, Blake Rankin and Nathan Hunt. The Wood, Stone & Bone series will run from May 11, 2019 to June 8, 2019 with an opening artist reception on Saturday, May 11 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. Sip wines by the glass and meet the artists. Free admission, 21+.
Live Music at Carr Winery with the Cantillon Brothers
When brothers Tom and Michael Cantillon aren’t busy touring the states with their band Beta Play (which has been featured on platforms like VEVO, YouTube, and MTV), they like to keep up their chops by playing their acoustics and keyboards in more intimate settings. They bring a variety of covers to the table that range from 50s and 60s doo wop, classic rock and folk, funk, pop, 90s alt-rock modern hits, and everything in between.
Ojai Wine Festival
For 33 years, the Ojai Wine Festival has served as the primary non-profit fundraising effort of the Rotary Club of Ojai-West Foundation and its numerous philanthropic endeavors. This year, event participants can taste selections from California’s unique growing domains in one beautiful lakeside location. Over 60 wineries from across Californianin addition to over 35 local, regional, and international craft beers will be available for tasting. Event-goers can enjoy a dazzling silent auction, browse talented artisans’ pieces while enjoying music from local talent. Local caterers and restaurants will be on-site selling culinary creations. For information or to purchase tickets, visit www.ojaiwinefestival.com
Live Music at Carr Winery with Stacked
Stacked is a Santa Barbara based rock band created by musicians seeking to play the music they would like to hear in the live music venues they frequent. Only covering cool songs from the 60s to the present, Stacked will make you want to sing and groove along to their music. Be ready to rock out to the sounds dealt by Stacked! Free admission, 21+.
Half Shells & Chardonnay
Enjoy live music, freshly shucked oysters from Hog Island Oyster Co., and local barbecue paired with Landmark’s exceptional single-vineyard Chardonnays and Pinot Noir.
Blessing of the Vines 2019
Join us in the Courtyard at South Coast Winery Resort & Spa as we bless and celebrate a fruitful growing season! Rev. Msgr. Thomas Burdick will lead blessings over the vines in their sustainable vineyard with a sparkling wine toast. Next, guests can partake in four food and wine pairing stations, dinner + dessert buffets, dancing, and cash full bar. Musical entertainment will be provided by the band, Big Truth. All guests receive a bottle of Gold Medal red or white wine per pair of tickets, with additional bottles available for purchase at the event.
Top of the Mountain Wine Fest
Join four wineries from the iconic Santa Cruz Mountains on Montebello Road in Cupertino for a day of food, entertainment, and wine tasting.
Pinot & Pizza Party at Carr Winery
The day is here… we’re uncorking the highly-anticipated 2017 Pinot Noir releases, firing up the pizza ovens with Lucca Truck, and throwing out all the stops for our Pinot & Pizza Party — an unmissable kickoff to spring, sunshine, and the latest Carr wine! Enjoy live music by Key Party while tasting through the lineup of our debut Pinot Noirs, newly-bottled this month. Free admission and open to non-club members — so bring a friend (or 4)!
Live Music at Carr Winery with Conner Cherland Trio
Kick off your Friday night at Carr Winery listening to live music by the Conner Cherland Trio and sipping on Carr wines from 6-8pm. With a blend of styles from Americana, to indie/folk, to soul music, Conner Cherland’s voice compares with present-day singers like Hozier, Ed Sheeran, and Shakey Graves. Free admission, 21+.
California Wine Festival Santa Barbara- Beachside Wine Festival
This is CWF’s signature wine event. Thousands of wine lovers pour into Santa Barbara’s sun-splashed beachside location for a day of sun, sea, wine, food, and music. Wine oenophiles will find hundreds of fine wines, regional craft brews and a dizzying variety of foods to sample. Artisanal cheeses, breads, olive oil, chocolates and more! A live band keeps the beat for this all-day feast for the senses where wine and food are king and queen.
Live Music at Carr Winery with The Reserve
The perfect soundtrack to a Friday night? The alt-americana vibes of The Reserve, playing the Barrel Room March 15 from 6-8pm. Pair it with a glass of wine and you’re set! Cultivated in Santa Barbara, The Reserve is a cocktail of music makers that have made up the backbone of the local scene for over a decade. A mixture of textured rhythms from string specialist Jeff Kranzler set the foundation for a dynamic duo of voices bolstered by the carefully crafted instrumental leads of Kris Ehrman. A trained jazz singer, Katie Fritzke’s voice soars while vocalist Dustin Janson uses a raw and raspy style to perfectly round out the sound. With members hailing from all over the U.S., The Reserve consists of musicians with very different foundational backgrounds creating the perfect iconoclastic sound.
Live Music at Carr Winery with Do No Harm Band
Swing by to play a game of shuffle board, sip some wine, and enjoy the Do No Harm Band live in the Barrel Room from 6-8 PM. Santa Barbara-based band, Do No Harm, will be performing blues, rock, motown, and soul. Free Admission, 21 & over
Longoria Winery Spring Open House
Spring is an exciting time of year in the winery and we invite all to celebrate the season at our annual Spring Open House. We will be pouring our newest spring releases as well as some vintage favorites. In addition, Cecco Ristorante will be selling fabulously delicious wood-oven pizzas, local photographer Debby Fuller will be displaying her work in the tasting room gallery, and guitarist Darren Kerr will provide the soundtrack for this festive afternoon. And, in celebration of Spring, we invite you to get Down to Earth with a succulent plant demonstration. Our spring release flight is $15 (complimentary to Longoria Wine Club members.)
Live Music at Carr Winery with SBCC New World Jazz Ensemble
Get jazzed at Carr Winery on Friday, March 8th with the SBCC New World Jazz Ensemble! The SBCC New World Jazz Ensemble is Santa Barbara City College’s advanced jazz combo. Directed by guitarist Tony Ybarra, this group performs modern jazz and Latin jazz arrangements along with classic jazz standards. The group features students playing saxophone, trombone, tenor sax, brass, drums, and piano. Free Admission, 21 and over.
Sunday Funday
Enjoy an afternoon of wine and music! The Hurricane Kitchen Food Truck will be cooking up a storm starting at 12pm, and Santa Barbara-based singer/songwriter Will Breman will be playing from 1 to 3pm. This event is free to attend, no tickets required!
Earth Day Napa
Come celebrate Earth Day with the Environmental Education Coalition of Napa County! There will be music and entertainment for everyone! Enjoy activities for all ages and delicious local food, wine, and beer! Over 75 organizations and vendors will provide information about green products, services, our local environment, and how you can get involved locally to make a difference for the Earth!
Women Winemakers Dinner in celebration of International Women’s Day
Expect 20+ women winemakers pouring their wines in a pre-dinner tent reception, and at the wine-paired dinner: a 4-course feast prepared by some of the area’s best female chefs, restaurateurs and food crafters. In addition to the seated dinner portion of the evening, this year’s event will again feature a tent on a closed-to-traffic street in front of K’Syrah’s downtown Solvang venue. Housed inside the tent, nearly two dozen women winemakers who will be on-hand to pour tastes of their wines and talk with event guests during the pre-dinner tasting reception (5:30 PM to 7:30 PM), to include passed appetizers, a cheese table, and live music.
Live Music at Carr Winery with Karlin Ladera Band
Originally from Maui, Karlin links the Island-style flavor with fusion and a variety of songs that feel good. They enhance their reggae-inspired sound with R&B, hip-hop, Top 40s pop, classics, oldies and everything in between. Pair a glass of Carr wine with the innovative sounds of ukulele, rhythm guitar, and some smashing, lyrical, feel-good flows. Free admission, 21 and over. 6:00 – 8:00 PM in the Barrel Room.
Live Music at Carr Winery with Shennie & Cata
This is a show you won’t want to miss! Shennie was born and raised in Norway and moved to Santa Barbara at the age of 19 to pursue her lifelong dream of working as a singer in the beautiful state of California. When Shennie is not singing with Cata, she works as a vocal coach for children. For her, singing connects the mind with the heart, and the heart with the soul. Catalina, who goes by “Cata” to fans, is a singer, guitarist, and songwriter from Buenos Aires, Argentina. She moved from her hometown to Santa Barbara to follow her dreams of developing a music career. Together, the duo’s sound is heavily influenced by folk, rock, pop, and blues.
Wine Taste on the Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail
Come celebrate Spring Passport in Santa Clara Valley – just 20 min from Silicon Valley and home to award winning wineries. We kick off the month at Coyote Creek Golf Club with a night of wine flowing, live music playing and small bites from 12 local restaurants. The next day thru the end of the month, use your Passport in the 32 tasting rooms along the Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail. And the perks don’t stop there. Included in your Passport book is $350 worth of discounts/offers from our 29 Passport Partners that include hotels, restaurants, bakeries and spas so you can soak in all there is to offer in the valley. Come join us and take in the views while sipping on our wines.
Women Winemakers Dinner
Expect 20+ women winemakers pouring their wines in a pre-dinner tent reception, and at the wine-paired dinner: a 4-course feast prepared by some of the area’s best female chefs, restaurateurs and food crafters. In addition to the seated dinner portion of the evening, this year’s event will once again feature a tent on a closed-to-traffic street in front of K’Syrah’s downtown Solvang venue. Housed inside the tent, nearly two dozen women winemakers who will be on-hand to pour tastes of their wines and talk with event guests during the pre-dinner tasting reception (5:30 PM to 7:30 PM), to include passed appetizers and live music.
Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival
Come sip, sample and savor with us as we celebrate the 22nd annual Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival! Taste Anderson Valley Pinot Noir (plus rose and sparkling wines) from more than 50 producers, enjoy mouth-watering food pairings by our best chefs and local caterers, and listen to live music while bidding on exquisite auction lots for local charity. Events range from educational seminars to a BBQ, grand tasting, winemaker dinners and free winery open houses – all hosted amidst the spectacular beauty of Anderson Valley’s vineyards and towering redwood trees. Music lovers will be happy to learn about an added bonus – this year Camp Navarro will host a concert on Saturday evening. Our events are uncrowded and unpretentious, and the Pinots are spectacular, so reserve your tickets (and lodging) now!
Cupcakes & Wine at Carr Winery
Plan for a fun-filled afternoon at Carr Winery in Santa Barbara with delicious cupcakes from Violette Bakeshop, paired with a glass of Carr wine. Savor a cupcake-wine tasting from 12pm-4pm, or while supplies last!
Summer Wines & Sushi Party
It’s officially the season to start wearing white, and it’s definitely the season to be drinking whites! Come by on Saturday of this long weekend and taste our delicious bright whites, paired with a bite of sushi from our good friends at Sushi Tozai in Sebastopol. This is a great opportunity to stock up for the summer.
Mother’s Day White Wines & Oysters!
Spoil the wonderful woman in your life and stop by Dutton-Goldfield Mother’s Day weekend for a special pairing. The experience includes a flight of 4 white wines and 4 oysters. Additional oysters for purchase while supplies last.
Spring Release Party
“Join us for the reveal of our Spring New Releases including our highly anticipated 2018 Dutton-Goldfield Rosé, and several wines from California Certified Sustainable vineyards at Dutton Ranch! Snack on exquisite small-bite pairings provided by local’s favorite: Sea Thai Bistro, voted Best Thai Food in Sonoma County. Tickets include a taste of the featured wines and appetizers! Limited tickets available. RSVP today!
Vertical Tasting: Emerald Ridge Pinot Noir Feature
“Join us St. Patrick’s Weekend for a celebration of our own slice of the ‘Emerald Isle’ with one of our most beloved wines, Dutton Ranch – Emerald Ridge Pinot Noir. This stunning Green Valley of the Russian River Valley property was planted by Steve Dutton and is a club and employee favorite. We will be pouring a 3-year vertical of this lush pinot noir, paired with mini-corned beef Ruebens. Wear something green and come out to play.
President’s Weekend Pinot Road Trip Flight
Join us on a Pinot Noir Roadtrip, tasting our single-vineyard wines from the southernmost to northernmost locations. We will be featuring our 2016 pinots this weekend, accompanied by a mini cheese and charcuterie plate.
Fiddlehead Cellars – Open that Bottle Night
After Hours from 4 – 8pm join us for an extended barrel tasting in our cellar for Open that Bottle Night, a time to connect with friends and family as you learn about what drives the Fiddlehead expression. We\’re not just opening THAT (older) BOTTLE… we\’re also opening THAT (younger) BARREL! Library wine 12 to 4pm in the tasting room, then stick around for EXTENDED HOURS 4 to 7pm to OPEN THAT BARREL and dive into a fun and informative Barrel Tasting in the Cellar. We only do this once in a while!
Earth Day Celebration Weekend at Castoro Cellars!
Earth Day Celebration Weekend, April 27th & 28th! On Saturday Castoro’s beautiful tasting room grounds will be transformed into a festival celebrating Earth Day from 12-4pm featuring live music by Dante Marsh, educational demonstrations, vineyard tours, local organic food samples, craft vendors and art. Lunch available by Bethel Rd Kitchen. Wine Tasting $10/pp. Family-friendly! On Sunday enjoy an Organic Lunch in the Vines by Chef Nick Otto, followed by a comprehensive Whale Rock Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting highlighting our certified organic, sustainable and biodynamic vineyard practices. 12-3PM 21+, sorry no children or dogs. $80/pp (limit 20 guests)
Sunday Funday
Enjoy an afternoon of wine and music. Bear & the Wren will be cooking wood-fired fare available to purchase starting at 12pm, and singer-songwriter Kenny Taylor will be performing from 1-3pm!
California Wine Festival Huntington Beach-Beachside Wine Festival
The quintessential California wine tasting experience – sun, sea, food, wine and mu-sic – all come together at this sun-splashed wine festival overlooking the award-winning beaches of Huntington Beach. This event gets under way at noon for VIP holders – and 1:00pm for regular ticket holders. Thousands of wine lovers will hit the sun-splashed beachside location for a day of sun, wine, food and music. Hundreds of premium California wines are served up along with the best of the regional craft brews and a dizzying variety of foods to sample. Artisanal cheeses, breads, olive oil, as well as shellfish, salads, chocolates, cakes, and more! A live band keeps the beat for this all-day feast for the senses where wine and food are king and queen.
Passport Celebration Days in the Santa Cruz Mountains
Four times a year, on the third Saturday of January, April, July and November, the winegrowing community of the Santa Cruz Mountains comes together to celebrate the generations of farmers, vintners and families that are the roots of this unique mountainous region. The possibilities are as varied as the wineries themselves and promise a fun, unforgettable experience. With your SCM Wine Passport (available in physical form or on the SCM mobile App) you can visit participating wineries 365 days per year during winery hours of operation as well as on Passport Celebration Days. Passport holders are welcomed into more than 40+ participating wineries throughout the Santa Cruz Mountains, to redeem a tasting flight.
Santa Cruz Mountains Passport Celebration Days
Four times a year, on the third Saturday of January, April, July and November, the winegrowing community of the Santa Cruz Mountains comes together to celebrate the generations of farmers, vintners and families that are the roots of this unique mountainous region. The possibilities are as varied as the wineries themselves and promise a fun, unforgettable experience. With your SCM Wine Passport (available in physical form or on the SCM mobile App) you can visit participating wineries 365 days per year during winery hours of operation as well as on Passport Celebration Days. Passport holders are welcomed into more than 40+ participating wineries throughout the Santa Cruz Mountains, to redeem a tasting flight.
Santa Cruz Mountains Passport Celebration Day
Four times a year, on the third Saturday of January, April, July and November, the winegrowing community of the Santa Cruz Mountains comes together to celebrate the generations of farmers, vintners and families that are the roots of this unique mountainous region. The possibilities are as varied as the wineries themselves and promise a fun, unforgettable experience. With your SCM Wine Passport (available in physical form or on the SCM mobile App) you can visit participating wineries 365 days per year during winery hours of operation as well as on Passport Celebration Days. Passport holders are welcomed into more than 40+ participating wineries throughout the Santa Cruz Mountains, to redeem a tasting flight.
Gary Farrell Winery’s 13TH ANNUAL CRAB DINNER
We invite you to dine under twinkling lights in our barrel room with Winemaker Theresa Heredia, General manager Nancy Bailey and the Gary Farrell Winery Team. Join us for a decadent feast as we celebrate this local specialty paired expertly with extremely limited library releases of Gary Farrell Chardonnay & Pinot Noir. Make it a weekend getaway… Hotel Les Mars, a ultra-luxury boutique hotel furnished with old world antiques and modern amenities, located in downtown Healdsburg is offering all of their rooms for a 2 night weekend package rate of $1556.44 and includes transportation to and from our dinner. This offer is extremely limited, and is available on a first come, first served basis. Visit the website www.hotellesmars.com to view the romantic rooms and call the hotel directly to book at 707-433-4211. Please mention that you are a guest of Gary Farrell Winery to book this exceptional package.
2019 Santa Cruz Mountains Passport Celebration Days
Four times a year, on the third Saturday of January, April, July and November, the winegrowing community of the Santa Cruz Mountains comes together to celebrate the generations of farmers, vintners and families that are the roots of this unique mountainous region. The possibilities are as varied as the wineries themselves and promise a fun, unforgettable experience. With your SCM Wine Passport you can visit participating wineries 365 days per year during winery hours of operation as well as on Passport Celebration Days. Passport holders are welcomed into more than 40+ participating wineries throughout the Santa Cruz Mountains, to redeem a tasting flight.
Wine & Food Affair
Wine & Food Affair ~ Tasting Along the Wine Road is the premier event for Wine Road – Northern Sonoma County!
Join us for a weekend of wine and food pairing in the Alexander, Dry Creek and Russian River Valleys.
All of the wineries participating will have a favorite winery recipe available online, which they will prepare both days for you to sample, along with the perfect wine.
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