27th Annual
Wine & Food Affair
November 1-2, 2025
11am – 4pm Each Day
Tickets on sale NOW
VIP Weekend Tickets $235. / Weekend Ticket $135. / Sunday Only $95. / Designated Driver $25. We do not offer Saturday Only ticket for this event. Sales Tax and Fees are added to all ticket sales.
*All Wineries Request No Groups of 8 or More.
Savor the Flavors: A Weekend of Wine & Food Pairing Along the Wine Road
Embark on a culinary adventure as over 50 wineries along the Wine Road invite you to indulge in a weekend of perfectly paired wine and food. Each participating winery will showcase a bite of one of their favorite recipes, thoughtfully paired with a wine that brings out its best flavors.
Discover a mix of beloved classics returning by popular demand and exciting new creations debuting this year. Love what you taste? All recipes will be available online, so you can recreate your favorite pairings at home and relive the experience.
Cheers to a weekend of delicious discoveries and happy tasting!
Read our newest blog about this incredible event: WFA2025
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You will need to select your check-in winery to start, and get your glass, wristband and then you are off to explore any of the participating wineries, for the weekend.
Event Ticket Includes:
– VIP ticket starts with a happy hour on Friday night, followed by a breakfast on Saturday morning, along with the full weekend of wine tasting.
– Wine tasting at all participating wineries ~ minimum of 3 tastes at each winery.
– Food pairing – listed in the event program
**Designated Driver Ticket will be able to sample the food but not wine.
View recipes from prior years
You can search by winery, main ingredient or the wine for pairing…happy cooking! Recipes for this year will be added by September 1st.
Please Note
– All wineries do not accept groups of 8 or more.
– PLEASE DO NOT RENT A BUS AND TRAVEL IN LARGE GROUPS, WINERIES WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ACCOMMODATE YOUR PARTY.
VIP Ticket
Limited to 20 people
Ticket Includes:
-Wine & Food Affair Weekend Ticket
-Friday Night Happy Hour Exclusive Event
-Saturday Morning breakfast.
VIP Happy Hour
Foppiano Vineyards
Friday, October 31, 5:30pm-7:00pm
Details to come
Location
12707 Old Redwood Hwy, Healdsburg
VIP Breakfast
Russian River Vineyards
Saturday, November 1, 9:30am-10:45pm
Start your Sonoma County Wine & Food Affair at Russian River Vineyards with a delicious breakfast sourced from local bakeries and specialty shops . We’ll be pouring our Chester sparkling wine as well as other Russian River Vineyard favorites in our beautiful Redwood Grove. Connect with our team and let this be the perfect beginning to your weekend of festivities.
Location
5700 Hwy 116 N, Forestville
Add a Little More Fun to Your Weekend…
Below are some Fun Friday Night Events and a Sunday Morning Breakfast to add to your Itinerary.
BALDASSARI Wines
Friday, October 31, 6pm -8pm
Cost: free entry, minimum glass purchase
Details: Baldassari Wines hosting Nick Foxer for a Halloween night show!
Location
9058 Windsor Road
WEST Wines
Friday, October 31, 5pm – 7pm
Cost: $60 per person
Details: As we watch the sun set over our vineyards enjoy a special tasting from our library of wines, West Cabernet Sauvignon 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 paired with appetizers. Our Winemaker Katarina will guide you through the wines.
Location
1000 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
Buy Tickets Here
BALLETTO Vineyards
Sunday, November 2, 9:30am – 11am
Cost: $65 per person
Details: CHAMPAGNE FARMERS BREAKFAST
End Your Sonoma Wine & Food Affair Weekend on a High Note!
Join us on Sunday morning at Balletto Vineyards for a delightful Farmers Breakfast on the final day of your journey. Savor a specialty menu of goodies crafted by our in-house Chef Lori Bianchi, featuring locally sourced ingredients that celebrate the bounty that Sonoma County has to offer.
Pair your breakfast with our Sparkling Brut Rosé from our estate with a mimosa bar – all served in our stunning Reserve Room with breathtaking vineyard views from the patio. Let this be the perfect start to your Sunday before diving into another day of wine and food-filled festivities along the Wine Road.
Your visit will be hosted by our resident sommelier who looks forward to sharing his wine secrets and hearing your insights about Balletto wines and lots more.
Location
5700 Occidental Road, Santa Rosa, CA
Buy Tickets Here
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New this year.
We’re making your Wine Road weekend easier (and way more fun)! We’ve teamed up with some of our amazing lodging members to create all-in-one packages that include event tickets, a cozy room, and a few delightful goodies. With just one click, your perfect weekend is ready to roll.
Check out the lodging packages below, find the one that speaks to you, and snag it on the Ticket Page.
Cheers to effortless planning and unforgettable weekends!
$675. (plus tax & fees)
Hilton Garden Inn – Great starting point, near SR Airport and Russian River AVA
2 nights (Fri & Sat) 1 King Room (sleeps 2), 2 Weekend Tickets, Welcome Bag at Check-In.
Hilton Garden Inn – 417 Aviation Blvd, Santa Rosa
Weekend ticket includes the opportunity to taste at any of the 50+ participating wineries on Saturday and Sunday (Nov. 1-2).
You will select your check-in winery when you make this purchase.
$900. (plus tax & fees)
The Gables Wine Country Inn – Located in Santa Rosa, surrounded by vineyards & gardens
2 nights (Fri & Sat) 1 King Room (sleeps 2), 2 Weekend Tickets, Welcome Bag at Check-In.
Weekend ticket includes the opportunity to taste at any of the 50+ participating wineries on Saturday and Sunday (Nov. 1-2).
Breakfast Sat and Sun morning at the Inn.
You will select your check-in winery when you make this purchase.
$1000. (plus tax & fees)
Hotel La Rose – Located in historic Railroad Square in Santa Rosa
2 nights (Fri & Sat) 1 King Room (sleeps 2), 2 Weekend Tickets, Welcome Bag at Check-In.
Weekend ticket includes the opportunity to taste at any of the 50+ participating wineries on Saturday and Sunday (Nov. 1-2).
Breakfast for 2 at Grossman’s (at the hotel) $60 voucher.
You will select your check-in winery when you make this purchase.
$3000. (plus tax & fees) Premier VIP Weekend Package
Healdsburg Inn on the Plaza – Located on the town square in picturesque Healdsburg
2 nights, Fri & Sat – King Room (sleeps 2).
2 VIP Weekend Tickets, Includes Friday Happy Hour, Sat Breakfast and weekend tasting.
$1000 – Pure Luxury Transportation (credit) – book times that suit your needs.
$500 – The Matheson (credit) – make your reservation for the time that works for you.
Welcome package at check-in.
We will check you in for the event at breakfast at Russian River Vineyards on Saturday morning.
Sunday morning breakfast at the Inn.
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ALSO new this year… When the fun winds down and the event wraps up, don’t let the party stop there! Grab the QR code on your printed program and dive into our super fun survey.
Here’s your chance to crown your favorites: best recipe, most mouthwatering food pairing, standout staff member, and the ultimate winery experience. Plus, share your contact info, and you’ll be entered to win 2 FREE tickets to next year’s Wine & Food Affair or Winter WINEland in January.
We’ll be drawing 5 lucky winners because we want to know… “Who nailed it?!” 🏆🍷✨
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.
2025 Participating Wineries
* All Wineries Request No Groups of 8 or More.
ACTA Wine *
Alexander Valley Vineyards *
Amphora Winery *
Baldassari Wines *
Balletto Vineyards *
Capo Creek Winery *
Carol Shelton Wines *
CAST Wines *
Colagrossi Wines *
Coyote Sonoma *
D’Argenzio Winery *
DeLoach Vineyards *
deLorimier Winery *
Due Ruscelli Winery *
Dutton Estate Winery *
EHRET Winery *
Ektimo Wines *
Francis Ford Coppola Winery *
GC Lurton Vineyards *
J. Cage Cellars *
J. Rickards Winery *
Kokomo Winery *
Landmark Vineyards – Hop Kiln Estate *
Matrix Winery *
Mazzocco Sonoma *
Merriam Vineyards *
Mill Creek Vineyards & Winery *
Notre Vue Estate Winery & Vineyards *
Oak Tree Winery *
Orsi Family Vineyards *
Papapietro Perry Winery *
Pech Merle Winery *
Pedroncelli Winery *
Pezzi King Winery*
Ramazzotti Wines *
Raymond Burr Vineyards *
Rockpile Vineyards *
Russian River Vineyard *
Soda Rock *
Spicy Vines *
Starlite Vineyards *
Sunce Winery & Vineyard *
Trattore Farms & Winery *
Truett Hurst Winery *
VML *
West Wines *
Williamson Wines – Yoakim Bridge Estate *
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
27th Annual
Wine & Food Affair
November 1-2, 2025
*All Wineries Request No Groups of 8 or More
ACTA Wine*
7505 Highway 128, Healdsburg
707-940-1082
Caramelized, Spiced & Savored Wood-Fired Flatbread
Alexander Valley Vineyards*
8644 Highway 128, Healdsburg
707-433-7209
Braised Brisket with Flageolets
Amphora Winery*
4791 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
707-431-7767
Bolognese alla Amphora
Baldassari Wines*
9058 Windsor Road, Windsor
707-837-5327
Braised Pork Shoulder served over Creamy Polenta
Balletto Vineyards*
5700 Occidental Road, Santa Rosa
707-568-2455
Slow Braised Short Ribs served with Syrah Sauce
Capo Creek Winery and Wine Cave*
7171 West Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
707-608-8448
Cast Iron Strip Steak Crostini
Carol Shelton Wines*
3354-B Coffey Lane, Santa Rosa
707-575-3441
Hawaiian 5-Spice Pork Sliders with Asian Slaw
CAST Wines*
8500 Dry Creek Road, Geyserville
707-431-1225
Gruyere Cheese Puffs
Colagrossi Wines*
7755 Bell Road, Windsor
707-529-5459
Tatiana’s Famous Lasagna
Coyote Sonoma*
44F Mill Street, Healdsburg
707-433-4444
Coyote Sonoma’s House Remix Banh Mi
D’Argenzio Winery*
1301 Cleveland Avenue, Santa Rosa
707-546-2466
Margherita Pizza
DeLoach Vineyards*
1791 Olivet Road, Santa Rosa
707-755-3300
Wild Mushroom Bisque
deLorimier Winery*
2001 Highway 128, Geyserville
707-857-2000
Short Rib Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Due Ruscelli*
994 Limerick Lane, Healdsburg
707-473-8089
Baked Ziti Lasagna
Dutton Estate Winery*
8757 Green Valley Road, Sebastopol
707-829-9463
Creamy Tomato Bisque Soup & Crispy Parmesan Crostini
EHRET Winery*
422 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg
707-537-5000
Rosemary Dark Chocolate Bon Bons
Ektimo Wines*
4950 Ross Road, Sebastopol
707-827-3008
Cuzzetielo Verdure Giulio
Foppiano Vineyards*
12707 Old Redwood Hwy, Healdsburg
707-433-7272
Zucchini Stuffed with Risotto
Francis Ford Coppola Winery*
300 Via Archimedes, Geyserville
707-857-1471
Mushroom and Vegetable Bolognese with Polenta
GC Lurton Vineyards*
422 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg
707-791-0943
Creamy Mushroom Chicken Facon Grand Mère
J. Cage Cellars*
9086 Windsor Road, Windsor
707-756-6161
Roger’s Colorado Pork Green Chili
J. Rickards Winery*
24505 Chianti Road, Cloverdale
707-367-7741
Pasta e Fagiole
Kokomo Winery*
4791 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
707-433-0205
Chicken and Egg Noodles
Landmark Vineyards at Hop Kiln*
6050 Westside Road, Healdsburg
707-833-0053
Saturday ~ Shrimp Arancini
Sunday ~ Savory Meatballs
Matrix Winery*
3291 Westside Road, Healdsburg
707-433-1982
Alison’s Jambalaya
Mazzocco Sonoma*
1400 Lytton Springs Road, Healdsburg
707-433-3399
Chicken Flautas with Green Avocado Salsa
Merriam Vineyards*
11650 Los Amigos Road, Healdsburg
707-433-4032
Lamb Kofta Sliders
Mill Creek Vineyards & Winery*
1401 Westside Road, Healdsburg
707-431-2121
Classic French Onion Soup
Notre Vue Estate Winery & Vineyards*
11010 Estate Lane, Windsor
707-433-4050
Renee’s Famous Mashtinis with Rich Brown Gravy
Oak Tree Winery
9086 Windsor Road, Windsor
707-608-5474
Harvest Moon Madness Pumpkin Chili
Orsi Family Vineyards*
2306 Magnolia Drive, Healdsburg
707-732-4660
Zuppa di Polpette all’Italiana (Italian Meatball Soup)
Papapietro Perry Winery*
4791 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
707-385-6434
Creamy Polenta with Mushroom Ragu
Pech Merle Winery*
21001 Geyserville Avenue, Geyserville
707-891-3015
Lobster Ravioli with Vodka Sauce
Pedroncelli Winery*
1220 Canyon Road, Geyserville
707-857-3531
Mushroom and Winter Squash Risotto
Pezzi King*
412 Hudson Street, Healdsburg
707-473-4310
Zuppa Toscana Soup
Ramazzotti Wines*
100 Schoolhouse Ln, Suite 110, Geyserville
707-814-0089
Nona’s Pasta Puttanesca
Raymond Burr Vineyards*
8339 West Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
707-431-1482
Dark Chocolate Berry Port Ice Cream
Rockpile Vineyards*
206 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg
707-433-9206
Irish Stew
Russian River Vineyards*
5700 CA-116, Forestville
707-887-3344
Ahi Poke Wonton Chips
Soda Rock Barn*
8015 Hwy 128, Healdsburg
707-433-3303
Pasta Al Forno
Spicy Vines*
441 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg
707-927-1065
Rita’s Famous Lamb & Beef Meatballs
Starlite Vineyards*
5511 Hwy 128, Geyserville
650-464-7154
Pork Butt Chili
Sunce Winery & Vineyard*
1839 Olivet Road, Santa Rosa
707-526-9463
Unforgettable Pulled Pork Slider
Trattore Farms & Winery*
7878 Dry Creek Road, Geyserville
707-431-7200
Chicken Cacciatore
Truett Hurst*
428 Hudson Street, Healdsburg
707-433-9545
Truett Hurst Coq Au Vin
VML*
113 Mill Street, Healdsburg
707-431-4404
Feijoada
West Wines*
1000 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
707-433-2066
Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter Sage Cream Sauce
Williamson Wines ~ Yoakim Bridge Estate*
7209 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
707-433-1500
Classic Sicilian Lasagna
Wilson Winery*
1960 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
707-433-4355
Crunchy Japanese-Inspired Steak Bites featuring Wilson’s Signature Tri-tip
