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Join Chateau St. Jean for their 15th Annual Fete de la Fleur! This Bordeaux tradition has become ours -- a blossom-filled weekend in celebration of the flower. Enjoy our splendid gardens in full bloom, fine wines and hors d’oeuvres, live music and a floral exhibit by local designers. Our … [Read more...]
May 18 - 20 -- Taste Alexander Valley Join us for the annual wine and food event hosted by Alexander Valley Winegrowers. The weekend kicks off Friday with an Opening Gala and Saturday and Sunday, over 35 wineries host parties throughout the Valley, each featuring wine, food, entertainment and … [Read more...]
The 118th Annual Luther Burbank Rose Parade & Festival is one of Sonoma County’s most time honored traditions and one of the oldest and largest events of its kind in Northern California. Downtown Santa Rosa CA Fee: Free Time: 10am-12pm Phone Number: 707-523-3728 … [Read more...]
Tour Hidden Gems of Sonoma Valley on May 19-20 Experience an insider's view of Sonoma Valley's world-class wineries on May 19th and 20th at Sonoma Valley Reserve. This semi-annual event offers participants exclusive access to see Sonoma Valley's classic wineries in a new light. Be among the first … [Read more...]
You're invited to celebrate 112 years of Beaulieu Vineyard with a grand Birthday Party hosted at our famous Rutherford House Estate. Enjoy live music, local food trucks, The BV Wine Lounge & a special Birthday cake! 1960 St. Helena Hwy S., Rutherford Fee: Call for information Time: Call for … [Read more...]
Memorial Day Weekend 2012 - Saturday, May 26 & Sunday, May 27 - 11am to 4pm Call 877-847-0058 now to reserve tickets. Wine Country Passport Weekend brings together a boutique collection of four unique tasting experiences to create an exclusive progressive wine tasting party this Memorial Day … [Read more...]
Meet local artisan cheese mongers to learn about paring cheese with wine. Plus you'll get to sample with some wonderful Grgich Hills wines! From 11am to 2pm. Cost is $15 wine club member/$25 for non-members. A concert of works by J.S. Bach follows the cheese festival at 2pm (see separate events … [Read more...]
The three sonatas for viola da gamba and obligato harpsichord (BWV 1027-1029) are some of Bach's most remarkable and gorgeous chamber works. Prepare yourself for a journey through a wealth of emotions, textures, styles and contrapuntal invention to delight your mind, body and soul in ways both … [Read more...]
Not everybody can take a summer vacation to Greece ... so Sterling Vineyards is bringing Greece to you with our Inaugural Greek Festival this Memorial Day Weekend. Join us May 27 for this can't-miss event celebrating all things Greek: the wine, the food, the music, the culture, the lifestyle. Our … [Read more...]
World Famous Napa Valley Event Scheduled For May 31 - June 3, 2012 Auction Napa Valley, the Napa Valley Vintners’ annual community fundraiser is the most celebrated charity wine auction in the world, having given more than $100 million to health, youth and affordable housing non-profit programs. … [Read more...]
June 9 -- 10th Annual Walk Through the Vineyards The Bay Area Affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is hosting its 10th annual fundraising and awareness walk to raise funds to advance research, support patients and create hope for those affected by pancreatic cancer. Enjoy breakfast, a … [Read more...]
Rodney Strong Summer Concert Series - Tower of Power Rodney Strong Summer Concert Series returns with another season of fine food, wine and incredible music. The summer celebration continues with intimate performances by world-class musicians in a stunning vineyard setting. The Series kicks off … [Read more...]
June 23 - 24 -- Sonoma Lavender Food & Wine Festival Enjoy lavender fields in full bloom while sipping wine and tasting lavender cuisine by Lisa Hemenway of FRESH. Farm Tours, Seminars, U-Cut Lavender, Lavender Massage, Live Music, Beekeeping. Proceeds benefit the Education Through the Arts … [Read more...]
This year marks the 35th anniversary of Mike Grgich and Austin Hills founding our winery! Join us for our annual celebration of traditional Croatian food and dance, live music and, of course Grgich Hill Estate wines, including some library wines from large bottles. 11am to 3pm Reservations are … [Read more...]
This year marks the 35th anniversary of Mike Grgich and Austin Hills founding the Grgich Hills Estate winery! Join in an annual celebration of traditional Croatian food and dance, live music and, of course Grgich Hill Estate wines, including some library wines from large bottles. Details: 11am … [Read more...]
Event Details July 21 11:00AM-3:30PM Specially Selected Champagne and Food Pairing Winery and Garden tours throughout the day Special discounts for all participants Live Music $20.00 each includes glass Champagne Club Members $15.00 Visiting Korbel Korbel Champagne Cellars is located … [Read more...]
Three-day event scheduled for August 3-5, 2012 GRATON, Sonoma County, May 9, 2012 -- The West Sonoma Coast Vintners have released the complete schedule for their 2012 West of West (WOW) Wine Festival taking place August 3-5, 2012, and are now selling tickets. The weekend will kick-off with … [Read more...]
Event Details Saturday, August 18, 11:30AM-4:00PM Champagne tasting and BBQ Lunch Winery and Garden tours throughout the day Special discounts throughout the Wine Shop $35.00 per person includes glass Champagne Club Members $25.00 Live Rock and Roll concert Visiting Korbel Korbel … [Read more...]
Special Wine Release Will Celebrate The Festival's Fifth Year The American Folk Art Festival will be held on Saturday, September 8th, from 9am to 3pm at the Madonna Estate Winery. Proceeds from the festival will benefit Lucky Penny Productions, a local non-profit theater company. This is the … [Read more...]
Event Details September 15 11:00AM-3:30PM Champagne, Wine and Food Pairing Special tram tours of the Vineyards and Crushing Facilities Special discounts throughout the Wine Shop $15.00 admission includes a logo glass Champagne Club Members $10.00 Visiting Korbel Korbel Champagne … [Read more...]
Event Details November 3 & 4 11:00AM-4:00PM Food and Wine Pairing Winery tours throughout the day Special discounts throughout Wine Shop Visiting Korbel Korbel Champagne Cellars is located at 13250 River Road, about 12 miles west of Santa Rosa and 3 miles east of Guerneville. Call … [Read more...]
Second Annual Food-And-Wine Extravaganza Set For November 14-18 Flavor! Napa Valley® Celebration of Wine, Food & Fun is an annual event that features world-class Napa Valley wines alongside the Napa Valley's master chefs and graduates of The Culinary Institute of America's culinary education … [Read more...]
Event Details Nov. 30, Dec. 1, & Dec. 2 10:00AM-4:30PM Early Christmas shopping Special sales throughout the weekend Christmas Carolers from 1-3PM (Sat. and Sun.) Special appearance by Santa Claus From 2:30PM-4:00PM (Sat. and Sun.) Visiting Korbel Korbel Champagne Cellars is … [Read more...]
