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Winery Events Calendar

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Come on up and enjoy the celebrations at El Dorado’s wineries! Please refer to each winery’s Web site for event details.

Beginning Jan. 23 , then 2/20, 3/20, and 4/24

Wells on Wine - WOW! David Girard Winemaker Mari Wells Coyle will teaching a series of four classes monthly, from January through April. You can learn about wine making, the Rhone region and much more!  $90 (wine club members) $120 (non-club members) Call to reserve your seat 530-295-1833.

Feb. 12, 13, 14, & 15

Bottle your own wine at Charles B. Mitchell. Bring your own bottles, or purchase here, and enjoy bottling your own wines. Zinfandel $4.99, Merlot $6.99, Cabernet Sauvignon $8.99.  Wine stem and lunch included in $5 fee, free to club members.

Feb. 13

Impress your Sweetie with this romantic Valentine wine and chocolate event at Boeger Winery. 11a.m. - 4p.m.  $20/person $15/club members. RSVP to tara@boegerwinery.com or call 800/655-2634 ext. 18.

Feb. 13

Triumphant Blending Event  at Crystal Basin Cellars - Cameron Park CC  -Pairings and Pasta Dinner - $75   6 p.m.

Feb. 13

Join Windwalker Vineyards from 12 - 4:30 p.m.
for Truffles & Port Wine, and introducing our newest additions!

Feb. 13-14

"Presidential Port Weekend" at Jodar Winery, an annual
event that delights your taste buds with home made Baklava paired with our
2006 and upcoming 2007 Port. Pre-sale on 07 Port offers a once-only
discount.

Feb. 14

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Lava Cap Winery. Warm up your sweetheart with our delicious wine and a complimentary rose in Lava Cap’s cozy Tasting Room. 11a.m. – 5 p.m.

Feb. 14

Valentine’s Day at Perry Creek Winery. Spoil your Valentine with chocolate fondue, roses, port and more.  Join our wine club today and stay for a romantic Club Member Only Lunch. RSVP by Feb. 10 to events@perrycreek.com or 530-620-5175. 12 – 3 p.m. Free.

Feb. 20

Crystal Basin Cellars presents Renegade Wine Club Top Shelf Party  11a.m. - 5p.m.

Feb. 20

Triumphant Blending Event at Crystal Basin Cellars. Cameron Park Country Club.

Feb. 20

Mardi Gras celebration at Perry Creek Winery.  You’ll feel like you’re in New Orleans, complete with jazz & delicious treats!  Dress up in Mardi Gras attire, prizes awarded. 12 - 4 p.m.   RSVP by Feb. 17 to events@perrycreek.com or 530-620-5175. 100 person limit. First 25 reservations free. $5/Members + guests, $10/non-members.

Feb. 27

Cuisine on Carson at Crystal Basin Cellars. A food event with 13 wineries.

Feb. 27

Cuisine on Carson and Winter Wine Club Shipment 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Crystal Basin Cellars

Feb. 27

Enjoy Cuisine on Carson’s second annual food and wine pairing event with Lava Cap’s catered food-wine pairing. Experience the aromas of our Barrel Room while creating your own favorite pairing. Complimentary. Enjoy all 11 Carson Road Wineries together for Cuisine on Carson! 11 a.m - 5 p.m.

Mar. 13

Crystal Basin Cellars' 10th Anniversary Party and Oyster Fest . 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mar. 13-14 

Methode traditional sparkling wine reception at Charles B. Mitchell. Our imported French sparklers have arrived for your Easter celebration. Food pairing for our Blanc de Noirs and Blanc de Blancs. $10, free to club members.  

Mar. 13

Crystal Basin Cellars 10th Anniversary Bash. Oyster Fest.

Mar. 14

Cheese and wine pairing at Perry Creek Winery.  Come explore wine pairing options with fantastic artisan cheeses from around the world.  Cheeses available for purchase and special discounts with the recommended wine pairing. 12 – 3 p.m. RSVP by Mar. 10 to events@perrycreek.com or 530-620-5175.  $5/person, Free/Club members.

Mar, 20

Join 24 of our wineries during an elegant tasting from 2 – 5 p.m. at Postrio Restaurant near San Francisco’s Union Square.  Enjoy your choice of 100 wine samples, appetizers and live jazz all in one beautiful location. Tickets: $38, available at www.vinunderground.com

Mar.  21

1:30 - 2:30 p.m.  Lava Cap Winery. Wine Education featuring Sensory Evaluation- Focus on Lava Cap’s Petite Sirah. One-hour wine education class in the barrel room.  We start at the beginning and teach you about our wine making process with hands-on aroma and taste experience.  No wine experience required.  $20 pp. ($10 WC). Limited availability.  Please call for tickets. 530-621-0175

Mar. 27

Renegade Wine Club Top Shelf Tasting at Crystal Basin Cellars.

Mar. 27

Singles Night at Perry Creek Winery.  Single? Enjoy Wine? This is the perfect opportunity to meet that special someone.  Take our wine compatibility test and find potential matches.  Buffet dinner included.  5:30 – 8:30 p.m.  RSVP by Mar 24 to events@perrycreek.com or 530-620-5175. $20/person, $15/Club members.

April 10-11
AND
April 17-18

Enjoy a spring tour of the El Dorado wine country during our annual Passport Weekends. Luscious food and wine pairings at 26 wineries, entertainment, and fun-loving participants who return each year. Passports go on sale Jan. 20. Details here.

April 4

Easter Sunday Picnic at Perry Creek Winery.  Don’t miss a delicious feast at our creek-side wine park and flower surrounded veranda.  There will be gourmet picnic baskets, a fun Easter egg hunt and music. 11 – 4 p.m.  RSVP by Mar. 31 to events@perrycreek.com or 530-620-5175.  $15/person, $7.50/kids under 11.

April 17 &18

Apple Hill Apple Blossom Festival. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Visit Lava Cap Winery for sweet pairings of yummy Muscat Canelli paired with delicious biscotti. Complimentary.

May 1

Karaoke Day at Crystal Basin Cellars. Bring your Earplugs.

May 8

2009 Wine Club Dinner at Crystal Basin Cellars.

May 9

4th Annual Mother’s Day Maifest at Perry Creek Winery.  Dance to a German band while eating sausages, sauerkraut and pastries.  Prizes for yodeling and stein holding contests. Put on your Dirndl and Lederhosen and invite your mom. 11 – 4 p.m.  Live music 12 – 3 p.m. RSVP by May 5 to events@perrycreek.com or 530-620-5175.  $20/person, $25/person day of event, $10/Club members (max. 2), $10/Ages 11 – 20, Free/Under 11.

May 22 & 23

Futures Release Party at Crystal Basin Cellars.  60’s Theme!

May 29 & 30

Memorial Day away from the crowds at the relaxing Perry Creek Winery www.perrycreek.com.   Snack on deli meats and cheeses with artisan bread.  Wine specials.  Stock your cellars for your summer parties! 12 – 4 p.m.  RSVP by May 26 to events@perrycreek.com or 530-620-5175. Free.

Jun 12 & 13

Public Release Party at Crystal Basin Cellars.  Reggae and Red Wine with Late for Dinner.