WINEMAKER DINNERS
FRIDAY, JULY 18
VARIOUS LOCATIONS
ALL WOMEN WINEMAKER DINNER AT SILVER OAK, ALEXANDER VALLEY
6:30PM
7300 CA-128, Healdsburg
We're making 'herstory' and celebrating the artistry of women in winemaking! Join us for an exclusive Women Winemaker Dinner at Silver Oak Winery in Sonoma County's Alexander Valley. Indulge your senses as meticulously crafted wines, paired with exquisite cuisine from their estate chef, create an unforgettable culinary experience. Immerse yourself in the picturesque vineyards and beauty of their 113-acre estate and connect with fellow enthusiasts and community.
Your hosts for the evening include Allie & Becca of Lady and the Gentlewoman, Pina Carino from Morgan Stanley, and Vivien Gay from Silver Oak."
BRICOLEUR VINEYARDS
WINEMAKER DINNER
6:30PM
7394 Starr Road, Windsor
Experience the perfect fusion of exquisite wines and culinary mastery at Bricoleur Vineyards. This evening will be crafted by their award-winning wines, chefs, and gardeners to come up with a beautiful evening at their gorgeous Russian River Valley Estate. Savor each sip and bite, as flavors intertwine with their wines to create an unforgettable sensory journey.
THE MADRONA HOTEL &
VOON WINES
6:30PM
1001 Westside Road, Healdsburg
Get lost in the magic of the surroundings at The Madrona, established in 1881. The setting is truly a magical one to enjoy the artful dining that inspires joy, connection, imagination and merriment. The freshest ingredients grown in the estate's garden inspire the culinary team to create a dinner to awaken your senses.
Meet Evan and Cameron of Voon Wines who will share their meticulously-crafted wines with you, showcasing exceptional quality, vibrant acidity, and delicate complexity. Voon specializes in low-intervention, small production wines. A true find that will help create a magical evening at The Madrona
THE MATHESON
with VALETTE WINES
7:00PM
106 Matheson Street, Healdsburg
Join us at The Matheson in the town of Healdsburg for an extraordinary winemaker dinner featuring the cuisine of award-winning chef Dustin Valette. What makes this experience so special is that the wines paired are curated by Dustin Valette himself along with sought-after and acclaimed wine producers; Jesse Katz, Bob Cabral, Tom Rochiloi and David Ramey. This wines are limited and not found in stores.
Guests of Gay Wine Weekend will have exclusive access to these wines for the evening along with the opportunity to purchase and take some home with you.
LA CREMA WINERY ESTATE
WINEMAKER DINNER- a night to savor!
7:00PM
3575 Slusser Road, Windsor
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the stunning La Crema Estate at Saralee’s Vineyard, nestled in the heart of Sonoma County. Surrounded by breathtaking vineyard views and golden hour skies, this exclusive Winemaker Dinner is a highlight of Gay Wine Weekend.
Enjoy a multi-course culinary journey expertly crafted by La Crema’s estate chef, showcasing the bounty of Sonoma with locally-sourced ingredients. Each course will be perfectly paired with La Crema’s award-winning wines, thoughtfully selected to elevate every bite and reflect the winery’s legacy of elegance and craftsmanship.
As the sun sets over the vines, mingle with fellow guests and the La Crema winemaking team for a truly intimate and memorable experience that celebrates community, flavor, and the beauty of wine country.
HAZEL HILL AT THE MONTAGE
paired with Surveyor Wines
7:00PM
100 Montage Way, Healdsburg
We are thrilled to have you discover Montage Healdsburg resort, a transformative hideaway nestled among rolling hills and vineyards. Here you will get to indulge in California cuisine with a light french touch at Hazel Hill, the resorts signature restaurant that highlights locally sourced ingredients and seasonal flavors in a stunning al fresco setting above the vines.
Enjoy the exclusive private estate bottled wine label made exclusively for the Montage, Surveyor Wines. Created in partnership with celebrated winemaker Jesse Katz the wines were harvested from Montage Healdsburg's estate vineyard. These wines capture the essence of the resort can only be found at the resort and will be available to you to purchase at the dinner.
GARDEN TO TABLE DINNER at Little Saint with Smith Story Wine Cellars
6:30PM
25 North Street, Healdsburg
Join us for an elegant evening of seasonal flavors and thoughtful pairings at Little Saint, the acclaimed culinary destination in the heart of Healdsburg. This special dinner is a one-night-only collaboration between Little Saint Executive Chef Baruch Ellsworth, celebrated LA chef Chris Tucker, and the award-winning artisans behind Rebel Cheese.
Each dish is rooted in the land—crafted with hyperlocal ingredients sourced directly from Little Saint’s farm and designed to honor the rhythms of nature, the art of hospitality, and the joy of shared meals.
To elevate every course, we’ve partnered with Smith Story Wine Cellars to showcase their beautifully expressive wines, chosen to perfectly complement the nuanced textures and bold, handcrafted flavors of Rebel Cheese’s signature styles.
This is not just a dinner—it’s a celebration of craftsmanship, sustainability, and the magic that happens when passionate minds come together at the table.
The menu welcomes both vegetarian and vegan guests. Please note: dishes will contain nuts.