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East Bay Vintner’s Festival: This Saturday

by Farley

East Bay Vintner's AllianceI bet you didn’t know there even was an East Bay Vintner’s Alliance. Well, if not, I’ll cut you some slack because I didn’t either until just a couple months ago. It was founded last year to bring attention to the wineries doing their thing in the urban setting of the East Bay. No sprawling vineyards and countryside landscapes here. But that’s what makes us different: shipyards, a naval base, apartment complexes, Chinatown, etc. right down the road. I also bet you didn’t know there are 15 (and counting) wineries sprinkled throughout Alameda, Oakland, Berkeley, and Emeryville. Some are quite small and therefore not normally open to the public.

That’s why this Saturday’s event is such a great idea. For the second year in a row, the Alliance will bring together all these wineries in one place for tasting, food, and music. The place just so happens to be where I work, so I’m hoping I can slip away for some sampling. But if you’re off, mark your calendar and get yourself a ticket.

EBVA Festival Details

Where: Rosenblum Cellars—2900 Main St. Alameda

When: Saturday, August 18 from 3-6pm

What: 50 wines being poured…. local restaurants will prepare tasty pairings, including those in the SLOW FOOD movement……live music

Who:
Aubin Cellars
Andrew Lane Wines
Blacksmith Cellars
Dashe Cellars
A Donkey and Goat
Edmunds St.john
Eno Wines
Harrington Wines
JC Cellars
Lost Canyon Winery
Periscope Cellars
Prospect 772
Rosenblum Cellars
Tayerle Wines
Urbano Cellars

How much: $45 at the door or $35 in advance by purchasing tickets right here.

Don’t wait too long cause it might sell out!

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One Response to “East Bay Vintner’s Festival: This Saturday”

  1. The House of Charm Says:

    wish we could be there Farley, I know we would have a blast. we are off to Knoxville on Thursday, but I can’t wait to hear all about it!!

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