Events

Spring/Summer 2009 Winery Events

May 2     

“Amuse Bouche” at David Girard Vineyards. Enjoy tastes from the kitchen of Chef John Sanders. 12:30-4 p.m.  Free.

May 8

Wood-Fired Oven Pizza Night season opener at Fitzpatrick Winery w/ blues rocker Johnny Mojo & Friends. By reservation only. Call 1-800-245-9166 the Monday of the week you want to attend this weekly summer tradition -- seating limited to 100.

May 8

El Dorado Office of Education Art Auction at David Girard Vineyards.  6 -8:30p.m.  $10 per person. Enjoy food and wine on the patio and view the works of local artists. Contact the El Dorado County Chamber for more info at 530-295-2337. 

May 9-10

Art & Wine Affaire in the Town Center of El Dorado Hills. Taste wines of 24+ El Dorado wineries, and enjoy works of 100 fine artists. Tasting fee benefits local charities. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Bring your Mom!

May 10

Mother's Day Winemaker Dinner at Jodar Winery featuring foods prepared by John Evans of Zachary Jacques Restaurant.  6 p.m.

$39 per person.  Call for reservations and menu, 530-644-3474.

May 10

A day of wine and roses for mom at Miraflores Winery. Enjoy wine tasting on the lawn (weather permitting). 15% off every wine purchase for Mom. Cheese plates for purchase and a gorgeous rose for Mom.  10-5 p.m.

May 10 

3rd Annual Mother's Day Maifest BBQ at Perry Creek Winery. Listen to the German band Al Gruber and enjoy traditional German fare.  Great wine sale, stein holding and yodeling contest! R.S.V.P. required.

May 10 

Mother’s Day – all Mothers will receive something special at Conti Estate.

May 10 

Mother’s Day at Lava Cap Winery. Bring your mother to enjoy a relaxing afternoon of soft music, wine and a rose. 1 – 4 p.m. Free.

May 15

Friday Wood-Fired Oven Pizza Night at Fitzpatrick Winery. By reservation only. Call 1-800-245-9166 the Monday of the week you want to attend this weekly summer tradition -- seating limited to 100.

May 16  

Winemaker Dinner at Fenton Herriott Vineyards. This is a classic pairing of food and wine! Join us for a five course meal, with each course served with a specifically chosen Fenton Herriott wine. 5:30-8:00 p.m. $65+tax

May 16

5th Anniversary Party at Mount Aukum Winery featuring musc and a wide variety of hearty foods catered by Diane Wilkerson.

5 – 9 p.m. $25 non members, $15 Club 2615 Members, $  Apogee members
R.S.V.P. by May 10: (530) 621-1675.

May 16-17  

Futures Release Party at Crystal Basin Cellars.  Saturday – Music by Revolving Doors. Sunday – Music by Late for Dinner

May 17

Christian’s French Picnic at Miraflores Winery. Sign up for this fun cooking class with Chef Christian Masse from Allez,  “Good Food on the Go.” Join us for a real French picnic out on the lawn (weather permitting, otherwise in the cellar). $35. 1 - 4 p.m. Reservations 530-647-8505.

May 22-25

30 -Year Kick-Off Celebration Weekend at Fitzpatrick Winery. A selection of wines will be sold at 1980 retro prices each day.

May 22

Friday Wood-Fired Oven Pizza Night w/ folk duo Anderson & Graham Friday at Fitzpatrick Winery. By reservation only: 1-800-245-9166.

May 23-25 

Stock up on summertime wines with great wine specials, food & wine pairings at Jodar Winery.

May 23-25

Memorial Day Weekend BYOW event at Conti Estate. $5/person; No charge to Cru Club Members.  (530) 620-3467.

May 23-24

Rocks & Rhônes Festival at Holly’s Hill, Miraflores, Narrow Gate, and Sierra Vista wineries. Visit these Pleasant Valley Wineries for a great weekend of food and wine pairings, new releases, wine club specials, and barrel tastings. Local farms and artists will be highlighted showcasing the flavors, talent and diversity of El Dorado County. 11a.m. - 4p.m. $30 per person in advance online, $35 per person at the door. Price includes logo Riedel glass. Info: info@pleasantvalleywineries.com Tickets: www.pleasantvalleywineries.com

May 23-24

Debut of the new Winetaster’s menu at Fitzpatrick Winery throughout the weekend. Saturday at 3 p.m.: Join us for a Library Wine & Cheese Party on our new patio. Sunday 3 – 6 p.m.: Enjoy a musical jam with some of the many musicians who have played here over the past three decades.

May 24   

“Sounds of Summer” at David Girard Vineyards. Chicago Tribute Authority – an upbeat tribute to the greatest hit making band of the last 42 years.  6 -8:30 p.m. $20 wine club/$25 non club. Tickets: info@davidgirardvineyards.com, http://www.davidgirardvineyards.com/events.html or 530-295-1833.

May 25

Mellow Monday at Fitzpatrick Winery: a wine-down day to chat with the owners and reminisce the past three decades. Winetaster’s menu allday.

May 29

Wood-Fired Oven Pizza Night at Fitzpatrick Winery. By reservation only. Call 1-800-245-9166 the Monday of the week you want to attend this weekly summer tradition – seating limited to 100.

May 30 

Enjoy a relaxing and fun-filled day with the music of Uncommon Ground at Fenton Herriott Vineyards, featuring originals as well as covers. Bring a picnic and enjoy the music with a bottle of two of Fenton Herriott wine amongst the vineyards. 5-8 p.m. Free!

Fridays in June

Sunset Sippin’ -- Another summer season of great wine, food and live music at Boeger Winery! Kick back and relax on Friday nights with your favorite wine and friends while watching the sunset over the vineyard. 5-8 p.m. $5/per car. Music and details.

Fridays in June

Wood-Fired Oven Pizza Nights are every Friday through October at Fitzpatrick Winery. Special guests: June 12 features blues rockers Johnny Mojo & Friends. June 26 features folk duo Anderson & Graham. By reservation only. Call 1-800-245-9166 the Monday of the week you want to attend this weekly summer tradition – seating limited to 100.

June 6

Enjoy tastes from Il Fornaio Catering at David Girard Vineyards. Free. 

June 6-7

26th Annual Fair Play Wine Festival: Attendees visit each participating wines, music, food create a festive event with great values in wines to purchase. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tickets $30; Sunday only tickets $20; Designated Drivers $5. Or, $15 with a wine purchase before June 1 at any participating Fair Play winery. Tickets.  

June 13

Celtic rock band Tempest 16^th Annual Winemaker’s Dinner Concert at Fitzpatrick Winery. $38/person. Call for details.

June 13      

“Sounds of Summer” at David Girard Vineyards. Tom Rigney and Flambeau – Rigney the fiery, electrifying violinist/composer, joins forces with some of the finest musicians on the San Francisco roots music scene. 6 - 8:30p.m. $20 wine club/$25 non club. Ticket Information: info@davidgirardvineyards.com, Tickets or 530-295-1833.

June 13   

Reggae and Red Wine, featuring Late for Dinner, at Crystal Basin Cellars.

June 13-14  

Holly’s Hill vs. France: Holly takes on Chateauneuf du Pape at Holly’s Hill.

June 20

Fair Play Wine and Poker Run: Players visit five wineries, taste and select a bottle of wine and receive a concealed playing card. At the end of the day all players meet to enjoy dinner and unveil their hand to win prizes. $89.50. Info: Fitzpatrick Winery, 530-620-3248.

June 20

Perry Creek Summer Series. Enjoy delicacies and learn about wine pairing at our first culinary wine seminar, followed by a concert in our Wine Park. 3:30-8:00 p.m. Free. Reservation required.

June 21

Father’s Day vineyard tours at Lava Cap Winery. Bring your father to enjoy a relaxing afternoon of vineyard tours and wine. Tours at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Free, but call to save a place on tour: (530) 621-0175 or 800-475-0175.

June 25

A musical evening with the internationally acclaimed vocal ensemble “Schola” at Miraflores Winery. Schola’s vocalists specialize in Renaissance polophony. Tickets: $25; wine club members $20. 6:30 p.m. Call 530-647-8505.

June 27  

Help us celebrate our 3 year anniversary at Fenton Herriott Vineyards. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. We will have light appetizers along with wine tasting from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. followed by live music from Uncommon Ground from 5-8 p.m. Free!

June 28  

“Sounds of Summer” at David Girard Vineyards. Opera in the Vineyards -- The Sacramento Opera presents four of the region’s finest singers in an elegant and entertaining concert featuring highlights from the world’s most popular and best-loved operas. 6 -8:30 p.m.  $20 wine club/$25 non club. Tickets:  info@davidgirardvineyards.com, http://www.davidgirardvineyards.com/events.html or 530-295-1833.

July-August

Experience El Dorado’s wines, perfect for picnics and bold enough for barbecues, at summertime wine and food events at El Dorado’s wineries. Events will be added to this calendar all summer long.

Fridays in July

Wood-Fired Oven Pizza Nights are every Friday through October at Fitzpatrick Winery. http://www.fitzpatrickwinery.com By reservation only. Call 1-800-245-9166 the Monday of the week you want to attend this weekly summer tradition -- seating limited to 100.

Fridays in July

Sunset Sippin’ -- Another summer season of great wine, food and live music at Boeger Winery!  Kick back and relax on Friday nights with your favorite wine and friends while watching the sunset over the vineyard. 5-8 p.m. $5/per car.  Music and details.

July 4

4th of July Party at Mount Aukum Winery, featuring Santa Maria BBQ dinner by Up in Smoke, served 6 - 8 p.m. Music by Robbie Allen and the Outer Edge, playing 7 – 9 p.m. Cost: $30 Non Club Members, $20 Club 2615 Members, $10 Club Apogee.

July 4-5

Independence Day Celebration at Jodar Winery. Enjoy a picnic or BBQ (available for purchase) on the lawn. Wine specials. No RSVP necessary, but helpful!

July 10

Girls Night Out at David Girard Vineyards. 6-9 p.m. Enjoy food, art, jewelry and wine of course! Free.

July 11

Enjoy tastes from Il Fornaio Catering at David Girard Vineyards. Free.

July 18

Summer Concert at David Girard Vineyards. www.davidgirardvineyards.com   Steelin’ Dan -- This 10-piece band recreates the timeless music of Steely Dan. $20 wine club  $25 non club. Purchase tickets in the DGV tasting room, call 530-295-1833, or online at http://www.davidgirardvineyards.com/events.html

July 18

Perry Creek Summer Series. Join us for a hands-on blending class, then enjoy your wine creation in our Wine Park while listening to live music. We’ll be pouring wine by the glass. Bring your lawn chairs. 3:30-8:00 p.m. Free. Reservation required.

July 25

Enjoy tastes from the Kitchen of Chef Francie Santiago of Bocca Catering at David Girard Vineyards beginning at 12:30 p.m. Free.

July 25

Come hear “The Detours”, playing live in the garden of Lava Cap Winery. Bring your picnic dinner or purchase a pulled pork sandwich from Louis’ smoke catering to enjoy with your favorite bottle of Lava Cap wine.  4 -7 p.m. Tickets: $5 at the event. Details: 530-621-0175.

July 25-26

Obscurity's outrageous 6th Anniversary in Oakstone Winery’s barrel room. We’ll release all wines purchased as futures in January, and taste the fantastic flavors of the 2007 vintage. Try your luck at the Wine Wheel of Fortune, and wear an O'Blivion t-shirt for extra 5% discount on wine purchases. Gourmet treats. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Free.

Fridays in Aug.

Wood-Fired Oven Pizza Nights are every Friday through October at Fitzpatrick Winery. By reservation only. Call 1-800-245-9166 the Monday of the week you want to attend this weekly summer tradition -- seating limited to 100.

Fridays in Aug.

Sunset Sippin’ -- Another summer season of great wine, food and live music at Boeger Winery!  Kick back and relax on Friday nights with your favorite wine and friends while watching the sunset over the vineyard. 5 - 8 p.m. $5/per car. For music and details.

Aug. 1

Enjoy tastes from the Kitchen of Chef Beth Sogaard Catering at David Girard Vineyards beginning at 12:30 p.m. Free.

Aug. 2-3

Annual Grape Stomp at David Girard Vineyards. The fun begins at 1p.m. and includes BBQ lunch, music and loads of fun. Compete in teams for the most grape juice and best costume!  Free for wine club members.

Aug. 8

Hunt for ZinMan at Perry Creek Winery. It’s that time of year again.  After enjoying a delicious dinner we head out to the vineyards and “Hunt for Zinman.”  Let us surprise you with this special full moon event.  5:30-9 p.m. Reservations required.  

Aug. 8-9

The four wineries of Slug Gulch Road, Colibri Ridge, dkcellars, Oakstone and Obscurity Cellars, host an event featuring wines from grapes grown in our special microclimate along this famous trail to one of the Mother Lode’s richest gold mines. Visit all four wineries and receive a commemorative drop stopper pour spout. (Obscurity will be tasting at Oakstone.) 11 a.m.– 5 p.m. Free.

Aug. 15

Enjoy tastes from Il Fornaio Catering at David Girard Vineyards. Free

Aug. 15

Summer Concert at David Girard Vineyards: The Dean-O-Holics, featuring Rat Pack era Frank, Dean, Sammy and the Lil Big Band, complete with a baby grand piano. $20 wine club  $25 non club. Purchase tickets in the DGV tasting room, call 530-295-1833, or online.

Aug. 15

Perry Creek Winery Summer Series.
Enjoy delicacies and learn about wine pairing at our second culinary wine seminar, followed by a concert in our Wine Park. We’ll be pouring wine by the glass. Bring your lawn chairs. 3:30 – 8 p.m. Reservations required.   

Fridays in Sept.

Wood-Fired Oven Pizza Nights are every Friday through October at Fitzpatrick Winery. By reservation only. Call 1-800-245-9166 the Monday of the week you want to attend this weekly summer tradition -- seating limited to 100.

Sept. 5

Enjoy tastes from the kitchen of Chef John Sanders at David Girard Vineyards. Free.

Sept. 5

"Celebrate Summer” at Narrow Gate Vineyards. The barbeques will be fired up for smokin' good, grilled gourmet fare and new wine releases. Details.

Sept. 12

Summer Concert at David Girard Vineyards Shana Morrison and Caledonia  -- Shana’s musical style has been called pop with a side of blues and a side of rock. $20 wine club  $25 non club. Purchase tickets in the DGV tasting room, call 530-295-1833, or online.

September-October

Experience the wine harvest in El Dorado County by sampling a variety of events during the El Dorado Winery Association’s ”Tour de Vine,” (tour of the vines) at several Sierra foothill wineries. Individual wineries will be hosting harvest events throughout the harvest season. Attend multiple events at wineries and vineyards in and around Placerville and Fair Play and be entered into a prize drawing for a future weekend getaway. Check this web site for details as harvest nears.

October 29-31  

Celebrate Nevada Days with El Dorado’s wineries. Details to follow.

Jan. 30-31, 2010 

“Bring out the Barrel” at El Dorado’s wineries. Details to follow.