Monthly Archives: August 2026

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Summer Meets Fall: Rosé & Zinfandel Tasting on Sept 18th!

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Join us for Pour + Explore: Rosé + Zinfandel — Summer Meets Fall, an evening celebrating two distinctive sides of Sonoma County wine. Sip vibrant Rosés that capture the bright, refreshing flavors of summer alongside bold, expressive Zinfandels perfectly suited to the season ahead.

Enjoy a walk-around tasting featuring wines from Sonoma County wineries. Light appetizers will complement the wines as you take in the beautiful surroundings of St. Francis Winery & Vineyards and connect with fellow wine lovers. Get your TICKETS!

Participating Wineries include Alexander Valley Vineyards, Breathless Sparkling Wines, Christopher Creek Winery, Comstock Wines, Dutcher Crossing Winery, Gamba Vineyards & Winery, Kunde Family Winery, Limerick Lane Cellars, Marchelle Wines, Martinelli Winery, Mascarin Family Wines, Papapietro Perry Winery, Seghesio Family Vineyards, Solo Nostro Wines, St. Francis Winery & Vineyards, Stuhlmuller Vineyards, Winegrowers of Dry Creek Valley & MORE!

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Creating magical moments with vintage Zin!

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Enjoy these video and pictures from this epic Zinfandel Tasting & Luncheon was held on August 25th, hosted by our Sawyer-Casale Wine Education Team, at the The Firehouse to honor the great Rebecca Robinson! She was an amazing proponent and leader for the ZAP movement, and in July retired from her brilliant 30-year career as the Executive Director of the Zinfandel Advocates & Producers.

It was a true pleasure to taste, share and discuss top wines from that three decade span with the all-star cast of Zinfandel’s finest producers who joined us at this very special event!


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Marvelous Marchelle Wines on THE VARIETAL SHOW!

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Tasting the wonderful 2026 releases from Marchelle Wines with winemaking legend Greg La Follette and the talented Evan Damiano at the fabulous new tasting room which just opened this month. Discussing the exciting new Pour+Explore tasting “Aromatic Whites & Rose Delights”we will all be at on Thursday evening, Aug 20th, at Banshee Wines in Geyserville!

See the rock-star winery list and get your TICKETS before this exclusive summer tasting sells out!

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Pour+Explore Rosés & Aromatic Whites Tasting on Thursday August 20th!

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Join me and Sonoma County Vintners for a relaxed evening at Banshee Wines estate in Alexander Valley as we celebrate the vibrant character of Rosés and Aromatic White Wines on Thursday August 20th, 5:30-7:30pm.

With attendance limited to just 100 guests, this Special Edition of Pour + Explore offers a more intimate opportunity to meet winery representatives, explore distinctive wines, and experience the beauty of Sonoma County wine country at your own pace. Get your TICKETS!

Featured Wineries include Balletto Vineyards, Banshee Wines, Breathless Wines, Christopher Creek Winery, Dry Creek Vineyard, G & C Lurton Vineyards, Hearth Wines, Lasseter Family Winery, Marchelle Wines, Mascarin Family Wines, Naidu Wines, Ridge Vineyards, Rodney Strong Vineyards, Talisman Wine, Thumbprint Cellars, Vaughn Duffy Wines & MORE!!!

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Festa Italia di Healdsburg on August 16th!

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Located at Orsi Family Vineyards in Healdsburg, Sonoma County’s Dry Creek Valley, Festa Italia di Healdsburg is a one-day celebration of Italian grape varieties farmed in California.

Attendees will enjoy a grand tasting of California wineries specializing in Italian varietals, alongside a curated selection of Italian-inspired vendors and cultural experiences. VIP Pass Holders can attend Winemaking Panel with Chris Sawyer & Viticulture Panel with Ryan Knowles, plus early access to the Grand Tasting!

Get your TICKETS here!

​A variety of food options from local culinary partners will also be available for purchase throughout the day, allowing guests to further explore the flavors and traditions that make Italian culture so beloved.