Pinot Noir Festival 2024 Schedule of Events
JOIN US – May 17-19, 2024 – Schedule COMING SOON
Reserve lodging now on nearby Mendocino Coast
A 3-Day Wine Festival of Pinot Noir, Food, Music, & Winemakers in Anderson Valley
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2024 Schedule COMING SOON!
Recap of 2023 Technical Conference
Friday, May 19th 8:30am – 4:00 pm
Mendocino Fairgrounds
Educational panel discussions, focused wine tastings, and more, with breakfast and lunch provided. Learn from winemakers, vineyard owners, wine educators and members of the wine industry.
Morning Sessions:
- Historical Perspective of Vineyards and the Valley’s Future: Historic vintners will reflect on how vineyard practices evolved and considerations for the future. Experts will discuss soil health & carbon sequestration, water rights, and protecting the Navarro river shed. Moderated by Linda MacElwee, The Mendocino Resource Conservation District.
- Part I- 40 Years of Anderson Valley Pinot Noir: In Conversation with Old Roots: A review and celebration with some historic vintners on the establishment of the Anderson Valley appellation in 1983 and how it has become the world-class wine region we know and love today. Moderated by Alder Yarrow (Vinography).
Afternoon Session:
- The Role of Barrel Aging in Anderson Valley Pinot Noir: Exploring different barrel cooperages and how the use of oak influences the winemaker’s style of wine. Moderated by Rex Pickett (author of Sideway’s).
- Part II- 40 Years of Anderson Valley Pinot Noir: In Conversation with New Shoots: A discussion with newer wine producers and where they think winemaking in the Anderson Valley is going in the future. Moderated by Alder Yarrow (Vinography).
2024 Casual BBQ & Sunset in the Vineyard
Friday, May 17th, 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Lula Cellars
One of the most favorite events of the festival is the casual BBQ! Mingle with locals and winemakers, while soaking up the vibe of our amazing community. This year’s BBQ will be held in the Deep End of the Valley, with live music and tons of great wine!
Relax amidst the beautiful views at Lula Cellar for live music and Lula Cellars renowned Pinot Noir, Gewürztraminer, and wines along with special bottles shared by the valley’s winemakers. Optional – bring a bottle to share!
Tickets sell out so reserve early.
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2024 VIP Bubble Lounge
Saturday, May 18th 10:00am – 1:00 pm
Scharffenberger Cellars
Only 100 tickets are available to gain VIP access to this exclusive room on the beautiful grounds of Scharffenberger Cellars in Philo. Sample some of the best sparkling wines from the family owned Estates from the Anderson Valley and the Champagne region of France. You can taste wines from Roederer Estate, Scharffenberger Cellars and Champagne Louis Roederer.
Snack on hors d’oeuvres, Tsar Nicolai Caviar and talk to winemakers and like-minded bubble aficionados while gazing out over the beautiful Scharffenberger Cellars vineyards, just steps from the grand tasting event.
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2024 Grand Tasting
Saturday, May 18th 11:00am – 3:00 pm
Scharffenberger Cellars
Sip, sample and savor Pinot Noirs and artisan small bites from more than 50 wineries and the area’s best restaurants and chefs! Taste wines from more than 50 producers in the beautiful vineyards of Scharffenberger Cellars, set against the golden hillsides of Anderson Valley.
Live music and world-class chefs will serve up perfectly paired goodness from all corners of the venue. Look for the sparkling wine signals to discover the many producers who are crafting artisan bubbles from Pinot Noir!
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2024 Winery Open Houses
Sunday, May 19TH 11:00am – 5:00 pm
Various Wineries (COMING MARCH 2024 – See Below for List of 2023 Participating Wineries)
Stock up on your favorites at participating wineries!
Meander along Highway 128 and stop at participating wineries for a little extra wine tasting, music, bites, vineyard tours, and special winery promotions. Advance reservations are required. Some wineries will remain complimentary and others will charge. Learn more from each winery.
(Mostly) Tickets Required – winery specific
Bid on Rare Wine Experiences Benefiting Important Charities
2023 Participating Open House Wineries
2024 OPEN HOUSES EXPECTED MARCH 2024
Sunday, May 19th, 11:00am – 4:00 pm
Recap of 2023 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY SCHEDULE
Individual Winery pages will be updated as we receive information (click on each winery logo to learn more). The winery will manage all reservations and walk-in admittance.
