The 3rd Annual Vine to Wine event, returns November 4th!
This event celebrates the end of Harvest and is where local wineries and wine makers are highlighted at the historical and gorgeous Mountain Winery in Saratoga. This venue provides stunning views overlooking the Bay Area and sets the stage for delighting the senses.
We’re excited to share that Master Sommelier, Evan Goldstein will be leading the VIP session. This session will last approximately 1.5 hours and will include a tasting six wines, discussions about the region and his background and a graze box for all attendees.
We’ll have 20+ wineries pouring, a variety of 10 passed gourmet bites, a bubbly and dessert wine bar, live music and a marketplace to shop for barrel furniture, wine related décor and other crafts.
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VIP TICKET: $135 | Designated Driver tickets available for $75 (limited quantity)
1-2:00pm
Included in price:
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GRAND TASTING TICKET: $95 | Designated Driver tickets available for $60 (limited quantity)
3-7pm (wine pouring stops at 6pm, music ends at 7pm)
Included in price:
SAVORY: Olive Medley, Feta Cube and Pita / Dolmades / Foccacia with Hummus / Cous Cous Salad / Falafel with Tahini / Greek Meatball with Tsatziki / Chicken Bite with Shug
SWEET: Greek Lemon Olive Oil Cake with Honey and Chantilly Cream / B aklava Bites / Kourabiethes Sugar Cookie
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LIVE MUSIC
Alex Lucero Band: https://alexluceroband.com/
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MARKETPLACE VENDORS
TBA . All interested craft vendors, please email us at [email protected]
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CHECK IN TIME:
VIP guests can check in at 1pm and head upstairs to the Outlook building for the VIP reserve tasting with Master Sommelier, Evan Goldstein.
Grand Tasting guests can check in at 2:30 pm. Gates open at 3 pm
Once you enter, you can pick up your glass, plate, fork and begin tasting & sampling.
Water stations will be available throughout the venue.
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PARTICIPATING VIP WINERIES:
Bella Montagna
Calerrain Wine
Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyards
Little Uvas Vineyard
Sarah’s Vineyard
Solis Winery
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PARTICIPATING GRAND TASTING WINERIES:
Updated Weekly
Bella Montagna
Calerrain Wine
Cinnabar Winery
Clos LaChance Winery
Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyards
Cottage Creek Vineyards
Guglielmo Winery
Horse Thief Vineyard
L & M Vineyards
Lightpost Winery
Little Uvas Vineyard
Lion Ranch Vineyards & Winery
Moose Mountain Vineyards
Sarah’s Vineyard
Verde Vineyards
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PARTICIPATING BUBBLY BAR WINERIES:
Updated Weekly
Guglielmo Winery
Lightpost Winery
Sarah’s Vineyard
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PARTICIPATING DESSERT WINE BAR WINERIES:
Updated Weekly
Cinnabar Winery
Lightpost Winery
Sarah’s Vineyard
Verde Vineyards
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PARTICIPATING VENDORS
Updated Weekly
Blingy Sips
Heaven Scent Candle Co.
Open Road Hat Co.
Rocks & Moxie
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EVAN GOLDSTEIN
We welcome Master Sommelier, Evan Goldstein as our VIP speaker. Evan will lead the VIP session, tasting the six top wines he personally chose from the Santa Clara Valley wines submitted.
– One of just 269 Master Sommeliers worldwide
– Passed the the prestigious Master Sommelier examination age 26 (youngest to do at the time)
- Founding board member for the Court of Master Sommeliers
- Included twice in IntoWine.coms “Top 100 Most Influential People in the U.S. Wine Industry”
– Authored four books, and co-authored several more.
– Founding Board Member of the Best USA Sommelier Association (BUSA)
– Contributing editor to the Oxford Companion to Wine (5th edition, publication 2023)
– Heads up two companies: Full Circle Wine Solutions (President & Chief Education Officer) and Master the World™ (Co-founder & Chief Wine Officer).
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CATERED BY:
Cochi’s Kitchen: http://www.cochiskitchen.com/
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VOLUNTEER
We have morning and afternoon shifts available. Head to our sign up sheet to sign up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0E4FAFAC2DA6F85-wscv1
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SPONSORSHIP
We have different tier levels for business sponsorships for our event and accept charitable contributions. If you’re interested in the details, please review our sponsorship brochure located here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/191C5NHduSRSJsjvnXX_9ZworDn5zFTk_/view?usp=drive_link or email [email protected].
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PARTICIPATING SPONSORS:
Silicon Valley Clean Energy: https://svcleanenergy.org/
Clancy Real Estate Group: https://colinclancyrealtor.kw.com/
More TBA
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Vine to Wine’s proceeds will benefit the Wineries of Santa Clara Valley’s non-profit association. Our mission is to raise funds to provide scholarships and grants to graduating high school seniors planning to major in Viticultural or Enology. Proceeds are also used for operations and marketing the Santa Clara Valley AVA and our wineries.
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:: READ BEFORE PURCHASING TICKETS ::
ALL SALES ARE FINAL . THERE ARE NO REFUNDS UNLESS EVENT IS CANCELLED IN WHICH YOUR CREDIT CARD WILL BE REFUNDED DIRECTLY. (Eventbrite’s fee is nonrefundable)
By purchasing your ticket(s) you agree to:
1. Attend the Vine to Wine event at The Mountain Winery at your own risk and hold harmless Wineries of Santa Clara Valley and AEG Presents SF, LLC and its employees, contractors, Board, Directors and volunteers for any part of your attendance or participation. You also agree to be included in photographs or video to be used in further public promotion.
2. Assume full responsibility for adhering to CDC guidelines for your health and safety as COVID 19 Protocols remain in effect in Santa Clara County for non-vaccinated individuals. Please note any interaction with the general public poses an elevated risk of being exposed to COVID-19 and we cannot guarantee that you will not be exposed while in attendance at the event.
3. Finish all alcohol and food consumption by 6pm and begin leaving the premises by 7pm. Tear down begins at 7pm.
4. Be included in our email lists. As an attendee, we will occasionally send you emails about upcoming events – including some emails from our winery members. You will have the choice to unsubscribe in each instance if you decide you no longer want to be on our email lists.
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FAQs
Do I have to buy online? To guarantee admittance, we suggest purchasing now. We will have limited tickets at the door IF we haven’t reached capacity.
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event? Yes, you must be 21 or over. You may be asked to provide proof of age. No children allowed due to our ABC license..
Do I need to show proof of purchase to enter? No. Just provide the name(s) your ticket was purchased under and we’ll check you off the list.
Do you have a designated driver ticket?: Yes. You can buy a designated driver ticket for VIPs and General Admission. You will be given a plate but no glass.
Can I bring my pet? Sorry, no. Leave Fido at home unless it’s a service animal.
What are my parking / transport options? Parking is free. Transportation options are:
– Have someone drop you off or use Uber
– Corinthian Transportation https://corinthiantransportation.com
– Elite Limo Service: https://www.elitelimousineinc.com/Morgan%20Hill_limousines_company.html
Is the event rain or shine? Yes. If it rains, pouring will be indoors, marketplace will remain outside.
Can I talk to someone live? Yes. Call us at 1-877-345-WSCV (9728)
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The wineries in Santa Clara Valley are located in the oldest wine production region in the entire state of California and truly a hidden gem. We have a handful of wineries that have survived over a century and some still producing using old world techniques. The Santa Clara Valley AVA boasts 50 wine grape varietals and hundreds of award-winning wines.
