28th Annual
Wine & Food Affair
November 7–8, 2026
11:00 AM–4:00 PM Each Day
Spend a fall weekend tasting wine and food across Northern Sonoma County during Wine Road’s 28th Annual Wine & Food Affair.
Travel at your own pace between participating wineries in Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, Russian River Valley and the Healdsburg area. At each stop, enjoy winery-selected wines alongside a food pairing created to complement what is in your glass.
One ticket. Multiple wineries. Wine tasting and food pairings included.
Please note: Participating wineries cannot accommodate groups of 8 or more.
What Is the Wine & Food Affair?
The Wine Road Wine & Food Affair is a two-day Sonoma County wine tasting and food pairing event held at participating wineries throughout Northern Sonoma County.
Instead of gathering everyone at one central festival, Wine & Food Affair lets you create your own Wine Country itinerary. Start at your selected check-in winery, receive your event glass and wristband, then explore participating wineries throughout the day.
It is a chance to discover new wineries, revisit longtime favorites and experience how different wines come alive when paired with food.
What Does Your Wine & Food Affair Ticket Include?
- Wine tasting at participating wineries
- A minimum of three wine tastes at each participating winery
- A featured food pairing at each winery
- Access to participating wineries during event hours
- A commemorative tasting glass and event wristband at check-in
Designated Driver tickets include the food pairings but do not include wine tasting.
How Does Wine & Food Affair Work?
When purchasing your ticket, you will select a check-in winery. Begin your day there to receive your tasting glass, wristband and event materials.
After check-in, there is no assigned route. Choose the wineries, valleys, wines and food pairings that interest you most and build your own tasting itinerary.
Use the current 2026 Wine & Food Affair Program to see participating wineries, featured food pairings, wines, addresses and contact information before planning your weekend.
View the 2026 Wine & Food Affair Program ›
View the 2026 Wine & Food Affair Map ›
Is Wine Country Expensive?
A Wine Country getaway does not have to mean paying for a separate private tasting at every stop. Wine & Food Affair offers an approachable way to experience multiple Sonoma County wineries with one event ticket. Your ticket includes wine tasting and a featured food pairing at participating wineries, allowing you to explore, discover new favorites and enjoy a full day in Wine Country without paying a separate tasting fee at each winery.
For travelers searching for affordable wine tasting in Sonoma County, Wine Country deals or a great-value Sonoma wine tasting experience, Wine & Food Affair brings a lot together in one weekend: wine, food, beautiful winery settings and the freedom to choose your own route.
And if your Wine Country search began with Napa Valley, Northern Sonoma County is well worth adding to your itinerary. Just over the mountains, Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley and Russian River Valley offer their own distinct wines, scenery and tasting experiences.
Why Attend Wine & Food Affair?
Wine & Food Affair combines three of the best reasons to visit Sonoma County in fall: great wine, thoughtfully prepared food and the chance to explore Wine Country at your own pace.
Whether you are planning a weekend getaway, returning for an annual tradition or visiting the Wine Road for the first time, the event offers a relaxed way to experience wineries throughout Northern Sonoma County.
Important Group Information
Wine & Food Affair is designed for small groups. Participating wineries cannot accommodate parties of 8 or more during the event.
Please do not rent a bus, limousine or other large-group vehicle for Wine & Food Affair. Wineries may be unable to accommodate oversized parties even when individual guests hold valid tickets.
Explore the 2026 Wine & Food Affair Program
Wondering which wineries are participating and what they will be serving? Explore the current 2026 Wine & Food Affair winery lineup, featured wines and food pairings before planning your route.
View Participating Wineries, Wines & Food Pairings ›
The program includes winery locations, contact information, featured wines and food pairings. Details may continue to be updated as the event approaches.
Plan Your Wine Country Route
Wine & Food Affair takes place across multiple wineries rather than at one central venue. Use the event map to see participating locations throughout Northern Sonoma County and plan a route that works for your weekend.
View the 2026 Wine & Food Affair Map ›
Make It a Sonoma County Weekend
Traveling to Sonoma County for Wine & Food Affair? Staying overnight gives you more time to explore the wineries, restaurants, towns and scenery of Northern Sonoma County without trying to fit everything into one day.
Wine Road lodging partners are offering special rates and packages for Wine & Food Affair weekend, making it easier to stay close to the wineries you want to visit.
View Wine & Food Affair Lodging Specials ›
Wine Road Insider Members Save 30%
Wine Road Insider members receive 30% off two Wine & Food Affair tickets. That is roughly an $80 savings on this event alone — enough to cover the cost of an annual membership.
If you attend Wine Road events, visit Sonoma County tasting rooms or buy wine throughout the year, Insider membership offers additional savings and benefits beyond Wine & Food Affair.
What Guests Say About Wine & Food Affair
“I think this event probably tops anything offered in the country! One of my favorite aspects is that people fly in from all over to participate. It makes it so fun to have these conversations.”
— Judy C., Wine & Food Affair guest
Wine & Food Affair FAQs
When is the 2026 Wine & Food Affair?
Saturday and Sunday, November 7–8, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day.
Where does Wine & Food Affair take place?
The event takes place at participating wineries throughout Northern Sonoma County, including Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, Russian River Valley and the Healdsburg area.
Do I have to follow a set route?
No. Start at the check-in winery you selected when purchasing your ticket. After check-in, you can create your own itinerary and visit participating wineries during event hours.
Does the ticket include food?
Yes. Participating wineries serve a featured food pairing along with their selected wines. Designated Driver ticket holders may enjoy the food pairings but do not receive wine tasting.
Can I visit wineries on both Saturday and Sunday?
Check your ticket type and the 2026 program when planning your weekend, as winery participation and event access may vary.
Can I attend with a large group?
No. Participating wineries cannot accommodate groups of 8 or more during Wine & Food Affair.
Cook the Wine Road at Home
Want to recreate a favorite Wine & Food Affair pairing after your visit? Browse the Wine Road recipe collection and search by winery, main ingredient or wine pairing.
Thank You To Our Sponsors/Partners
FAQ's
Yes, all they need is a copy of your PDF Ticket and they must check in at the winery you chose to start at.
Either print it or show it on your phone and your photo ID for age verification.
Yes that is fine, as long as they have a copy of their pdf Ticket and a valid ID when checking in.
We cannot change your starting location. You must check in at the winery you chose at registration. This is listed on your PDF Ticket.
Designated Drivers must be 21 or older.
Refund Policy
Sales are FINAL and non – refundable. No full or partial refunds are given to customers who miss the event. The ticket is valid only on the date[s] of the event as listed and may not be exchanged or redeemed for any other dates.
Important Event Information
- Starting Winery: Choose just your starting winery at registration. After check-in, you may visit any participating winery throughout the weekend.
- Check-In Limits: Each winery can only accept 50 check-ins. Once full, the winery name will be “greyed out” online.
- Groups: Wineries marked with * do not allow groups of 8+.
- What You Get: A tasting glass & wristband at check-in (keep both for the weekend).
- Designated Drivers: Receive food tastings only (no wine), must be 21+, and will get a different wristband color.
- Wristbands: Must stay on all weekend. No replacements—new wristbands require a new ticket purchase.
- Check-In Rules: Everyone in your party must be present to check in. Wineries will check IDs and attach wristbands.
- Tickets: Admit 1 person only. Photo ID required—no exceptions.
- Age Policy: All Wine Road events are strictly 21+. No children, babies, or minors allowed.
- Glass Policy: Lost/forgotten glass replacement fee is $5.
- Pets: Please leave dogs at home.
- Sunday-Only Tickets: Valid for check-in on Sunday only.
- Pouring Hours: Wineries pour from 11am–4pm during the event, regardless of regular hours.
- Responsible Service: Wineries will not serve anyone appearing intoxicated, even if with a limo or DD.
- Sales: Tickets must be purchased online in advance. Event sells out—no door sales.
- Rain or Shine: The event takes place in all weather.
2026 Participating Wineries
* All Wineries Request No Groups of 8 or More.
ACTA
Alexander Valley Vineyards
Amphora Winery
Balletto Vineyards
Carol Shelton Wines
COLAGROSSI WINES
DeLoach Vineyards
deLorimier Winery
Due Ruscelli Vineyards
Dutcher Crossing Winery (Sunday only)
Dutton Estate Winery
EHRET Winery
Ektimo Wines LLC.
FoppianoVineyards
G&C LURTON FAMILY VINEYARDS
J. Rickards Winery
Kokomo Winery
Landmark Vineyards at Hop Kiln Estate
Limerick Lane Cellars
Matrix Winery
Mazzocco Sonoma
Orsi Family Vineyards
Papapietro Perry Winery
Pech Merle Winery
Pedroncelli Winery
Pezzi King Vineyards
Ramazzotti Wines
Rockpile Vineyards
Russian River. vineyards
Soda Rock Barn
Spicy Vines
Stressed Vines Cellars
Sunce Winery
Trattore Farms
Truett Hurst Tasting Barn
VML Winery
West Wines
Williamson Wines ~ Yoakim Bridge
Wilson Winery
Harvest Moon Winery
Date: Nov. 5, 2021
Time: 5:30pm
Location: Barrel Room at Harvest Moon, 2192 Olivet Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Price: $50 per person
Brief description: Join us for an evening reception in our barrel room featuring the newest release of our Savage Zinfandel. This Estate wine has gained a growing fan base with its fruit forward flavors and cocktail wine style wowing the pallet. Our winemaker, Randy Pitts, will be pulling some additional wines from our cellar. Street tacos and appetizers will complement this delicious cult wine. It’s going to be a wild night!
LINK to purchase tickets: It’s Going To Be A Wild Night
Colagrossi Wines – Happy Hour with the Winemaker
Date: Nov 05, 2021
Time: 5:30-6:30 / 6:30-7:30
Specify your time when making your reservation.
Location: Colagrossi Wines 7755 Bell Road, Windsor,Ca 95492
Price: $45.00 / person
Contact: Craig Colagrossi
Email: colagrossiwines@yahoo.com
Phone: 707-529-5459
Details: Join us for a casual and intimate wine & food experience. Taste our boutique lineup of hand-crafted, artisan wines and specially paired bites with winemaker Craig Colagrossi at his on-site production facility. As always, Craig will be sneaking into the barrel room to share some samples of what the future has to offer you. The perfect causal night and lite fare to kick off your wine and food weekend!
West Wines
Date: Nov. 5, 2021
Time: 5:00-6:30pm
Location: West Wines Tasting Room
1000 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg CA
Price: $65 per person
Description:
Join us for an exclusive opportunity to taste some of our first vintages of Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve paired with appetizers. Winemaker Katarina will open bottles from vintages 1999, 2002, 2003 and 2005.
Cabernet Sauvignon is the foundation of Bordeaux wines known for their aging potential of 30-40 years or more. Our first vintages of West Cabernet Sauvignon are aging beautifully and we will be opening a few bottles for this occasion.
This sunset tasting will take place on Friday, November 5th at the West Wines tasting room from 5:00-6:30pm. Seating for this event will be extremely limited.
Link: Cabernet Event Reservations
Rita’s Block Vertical Tasting with the Winemaker –
Date: Nov. 5, 2021
Time: 4:00-6:00pm
Cost: $50 per person
Location: Mengler Family Wines Tasting Lounge
834 McClelland Drive in Windsor
Contact: Dave Batt
Email: wine@menglerwine.com
Phone: 707 620 0175
Details: Enjoy seven vintages of our signature wine, Rita’s Block, with winemaker Chris Mengler. We will also offer some appetizers from some of our great local restaurants to complement this great experience. This special event is limited to 10 guests.
Twilight Reception at CAST Wines
Date: Nov 5, 2021
Time: 5:00-7:00pm
Cost: $45 per person
Location: Cast Wine
8500 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg, CA
Contact: Eric Fox
Email: eric@castwines.com
Phone: 707-431-1225
Click for reservations/tickets
Details: Please join CAST Wines for a twilight reception outdoors at our estate winery in beautiful Dry Creek Valley from 5-7pm. Guests will enjoy our beach, patio and exclusive terrace, all overlooking the vineyards and sunset with tastes of four of our wines along with small bites. Wines planned include our Sparkling Blanc de Noirs, Grenache Blanc, Old Vine Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon. Space is limited to 50 guests. No children or pets at this event please.
Pending
Wine & Food Affair
2026 Lodging Specials
Looking for where to stay during the Wine Road Wine & Food Affair? Make a weekend of it in Northern Sonoma County with special lodging offers from Wine Road partners for the Wine & Food Affair, November 7–8, 2026.
Choose from hotels, historic inns and Wine Country getaways in and around Healdsburg, Windsor, Geyserville, Santa Rosa, Guerneville and Occidental. Offers include discounted room rates, breakfast, spa savings and other special Wine Road perks.
Offers are subject to availability and individual property terms. Book directly through the links below for current rates and availability.
Plan Your Wine & Food Affair Weekend
Wine & Food Affair takes place November 7–8, 2026 throughout Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley and Russian River Valley in Northern Sonoma County. Staying nearby gives you more time to explore the wineries, restaurants and communities along the Wine Road.