Get ready for the 27th Annual Wine & Food Affair, November 1-2, 2025, from 11am to 4pm each day! This iconic event along the Wine Road offers a delightful culinary journey, showcasing the best of Sonoma County wines paired with exquisite food. Tickets go on sale starting September 1st.
What is the Wine & Food Affair?
The Wine & Food Affair is an annual celebration where participating wineries along the Wine Road create unique food pairings to complement their wines. It’s a fantastic opportunity to explore the diverse flavors of the region and discover new favorite wines and recipes. Each winery offers a minimum of three wine tastes, along with a food pairing listed in the event program. Designated drivers can sample the food offerings but not the wine.
Remember, all wineries request no groups of 8 or more to ensure a pleasant experience for everyone.
Ticket Information
You’ll need to select your check-in winery to start your adventure. At the check-in winery, you’ll receive your glass and wristband, granting you access to explore all participating wineries throughout the weekend.
Alt text: Wine Road map highlighting participating wineries for the annual Wine & Food Affair event.
General Admission Ticket Includes:
- Wine tasting at all participating wineries (minimum of 3 tastes per winery).
- Food pairing at each winery, detailed in the event program.
- Access to discover new favorite wines and recipes.
VIP Ticket
For an enhanced experience, consider the VIP Ticket, limited to 20 people.
VIP Ticket Includes:
- Wine & Food Affair Weekend Ticket
- Exclusive Friday Night Happy Hour Event
- Saturday Morning breakfast
Explore the Food Affair Menu: Recipes and Pairings
One of the highlights of the Wine & Food Affair is the incredible array of food pairings. You can view recipes from prior years to get inspired and plan your culinary adventure. Search by winery, main ingredient, or the wine to discover the perfect pairings. Recipes for the 2025 event will be added by October 15th.
Alt text: Assorted cheeses and grapes paired with red wine at the Wine Road Wine & Food Affair event.
Friday Night Events
Kick off your Wine & Food Affair weekend with special events at participating wineries on Friday night. Please note that these Friday Night Events are not included in the VIP Ticket, and separate tickets must be purchased.
Here are a few examples from last year’s event:
- Alexander Valley Vineyards: Enjoy award-winning wines paired with light appetizers. Take an insider’s tour of the barrel-aging wine cave.
- Hook and Ladder Winery: Attend a free concert with Rodney Sweat and the Groove Unit, accompanied by wine available for purchase by the glass or bottle and a food truck fair.
- Wilson Artisan Wineries: Attend the Harvest Gold Tasting Gala at Coyote Sonoma, featuring all 11 Wilson Artisan Wineries pouring their highest medal winners, along with delicious small bites and live music.
Alt text: Interior view of a wine cellar with stacks of oak barrels at a Wine Road winery during the Wine & Food Affair.
Important Reminders:
- All wineries do not accept groups of 8 or more.
- Please do not rent a bus and travel in large groups, as wineries will not be able to accommodate your party.
The Wine & Food Affair is a celebration of the exceptional wines and culinary talent of Sonoma County. Mark your calendars for November 1-2, 2025, and prepare for an unforgettable weekend of tasting, discovery, and delicious food affair menu pairings!
