Got your tickets yet? It’s not too late to set sail on this one-of-a-kind experience to the Caribbean, which includes multiple tasting events with expert Sommelier Christopher Sawyer: Caribbean and Bahamas: Kirkland Signature Pinot In Paradise Wine Cruise
Starting December 5th, 2026, this 7-night Celebrity Apex cruise departs from Port Canaveral in Orlando, Florida; with stops in Puerto Plata, Saint Thomas & Basseterre
JOIN ME FOR THIS EXCITING WINE ADVENTURE!!!!
Join us at Ram’s Gate Winery for our next Pour+Explore, the Sonoma Valley edition, with wines from featured AVA’s; Sonoma Valley, Carneros, Moon Mountain, Sonoma Mountain & Bennett Valley!
This exclusive wine tasting event featuring a special selection of wines from over 25 Sonoma County wineries. Discover wonderful wines that epitomize the essence of each winemaker’s individual style and Sonoma Valley’s distinctive vineyards. Secure your TICKETS!
Presented by Sonoma County Vintners in collaboration with Sommelier Christopher Sawyer, will feature a walk-around tasting of a curated selection of wines from each vintner, paired with light appetizers.
FEATURING: Anaba Wines, Buena Vista, Chateau St. Jean, Dane Cellars, Grand Scheme Wines, Hamel Family Wines, Idell Family Vineyards, Landmark Vineyards, Lasseter Family Winery, Ledson Winery & Vineyards, Mo Family Vineyards, Muscardini Cellars, Patz & Hall, Ram’s Gate Winery, Sangiacomo Wines, Sebastiani Vineyards & Winery, Talisman Wine, Turnstile Cellars & more!
Wow! Sipping, savoring talking with Pam Bacigalupi about the key contribution her family’s famous Bacigalupi Vineyards made to the success of wine when fruit from their property helped the Chateau Montelena 1973 Chardonnay win, over the elite White Burgundys at the celebrated Judgement of Paris 50 years ago!
Join us to taste the fabulous Chardonnays we talked about, made by more than 30 other top Sonoma County Vintners at the exciting Pour+Explore event coming to Kendall-Jackson Winery on the evening of Thursday, June 18! TICKET LINK HERE
Come sip Chardonnay and other refreshing white wines for our next Pour + Explore: Chardonnay & Friends on Thursday, June 18, 5:30-7:30pm, at Kendall-Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens, to try a selection from 25+ Sonoma County Vintners. Meet local winemakers, and enjoy a curated selection of wines, paired with complimentary light appetizers in an unforgettable wine country setting.
The evening will also feature music from DJ Armin, known for creating energetic, wine country-inspired atmospheres at events throughout Sonoma County.
Paradise Ridge Winery that is! Talking about great wines and the upcoming Four Valleys Pour+Explore tasting on Thursday, May 21 with star winemaker Daniel Fitzgerald. overlooking Russian River Valley which, along with Dry Creek Valley, Alexander Valley and Knights Valley, comprise the Four Valley Wine Tasting next week.
For more info and TICKETS visit Sonoma County Vintners!
As featured above in Dry Creek Valley, and below in Knights Valley, Russian River Valley & Alexander Valley– these four valleys are the focus of our next Pour+Explore at Paradise Ridge Vineyards on Thursday, May 21, from 5:30–7:30 PM: An unforgettable setting known for its sweeping vineyard views and refined wine country ambiance.
Get your TICKETS for this is a unique opportunity to compare styles, explore different growing regions, and discover new favorites all in one place. As you explore, enjoy light bites and engage with the vintners who bring these exceptional wines to life.
Featured Wineries include:
Dry Creek Valley
A. Rafanelli, Breathless Wines, Hawley Winery, Kenneth Carl Estate, Mascarin Family Wines, Mill Creek Vineyards, Portalupi Wine, Solo Nostro, Terra Amata Vineyards, We Know Jack, West Wines
Russian River Valley
Domaine Della, Emeritus Vinyeards, Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery, Limerick Lane Cellars, Martinelli Winery, Merriam Vineyards, Paradise Ridge Winery, Vaughn Duffy Wines, Wren Hop Vineyards
Knights Valley
Anakota, Brandon Gregory Estate, Ehret Winery, En Garde Winery, Knights Bridge Winery, Peter Michael Winery, Ross Ranch & Vineyards
Alexander Valley
Alexander Valley Vineyards, Bedarra Vineyards, Stuhlmuller Vineyards, Thumbprint Cellars
Talking about the greatness of Russian River Pinot Noir and Chardonnays with one of the great personalities of the California wine industry and proprietor of CIRQ and CHEV and original co-founder of Kosta Browne Winery, Michael Browne!
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To taste Pinot gems from these brands, join us at the Pour+Explore Pinot Noir Tasting happening at Bricoleur Winery in Windsor ,and featuring high-end selections crafted by 30+ other amazing Sonoma County Vintners on Thursday, April 23.
Visit SCV for more details and TICKETS!!
Every year, AFWC presents Fifty Shades of Pink, as a follow-up fundraising event to THE Rosé Competition. It is a fantastic opportunity to sip incredible wine, taste fabulous food, listen to cool sounds, and help raise funds for important causes.
The 2026 Fifty Shades of Pink is open to the public and will take place on Sunday, May 17th, at the Fort Lauderdale Women’s Club: A late-afternoon-into-the-evening fun. Pouring more than 150 beautiful rosé wines and dozens of award-winning wines from The Invitational – amazing reds & whites – plus wineries will be there pouring other wines. Local restaurants are also invited to showcase their creations. Get your TICKETS!
When your winery registers for THE Rosé Competition, your wines will also be shared at this benefit event, which attracts hundreds of business professionals: An opportunity to showcase wines and meet these enthusiastic attendees. Wineries register HERE!
Talking with Rickey Trombetta, Proprietor of Trombetta Family Wines, about the beauties of Pinot Noir and the great upcoming SCVPour+Explore Tasting event focused on this amazing red grape variety, happening Thursday, April 23rd at Bricoleur Vineyards in Russian River Valley!
Thirty amazing SoCo wineries, get your TICKETS now! Cheers, Chris
Don’t miss an unforgettable Pour+Explore evening of sipping, swirling, and discovery while exploring outstanding Sonoma County Pinot Noir.
Join me and Sonoma County Vintners on Thursday, April 23, 5:30-7:30pm at the beautiful Bricoleur Vineyards in Windsor, for a walk-around tasting featuring wines from 30+ Sonoma County vintners, featuring a curated selection of wines from each vintner. You’ll enjoy a grazing station prepared by the Bricoleur Vineyard’s culinary team and Executive Chef Todd Knoll.
TICKETS available now!
