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Tickets Now on Sale for Sonoma Wine Country Weekend, August 29-31, 2014

Honorary Chairs Announced for Labor Day Weekend Event Celebrating Sonoma Wine, Food and Community, Presented by Visa Signature

SONOMA COUNTY, Calif., May 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Tickets are now on sale for Sonoma Wine Country Weekend, Sonoma County's inimitable Labor Day Weekend event, August 29-31, celebrating the region's winegrowers, winemakers and chefs. Sonoma Wine Country Weekend brings America's leading wine and food destination to life. The event offers unique, elevated experiences interwoven with the region's indie spirit. It is inclusive and generous, mirroring the Sonoma County community, itself. Visa Signature® is the Presenting Sponsor of Sonoma Wine Country Weekend. To purchase tickets and plan your Sonoma Wine Country Weekend celebration, please visit: http://SonomaWineCountryWeekend.com/

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The event leadership team is pleased to announce the distinguished 2014 Honorary Event Chairs, selected to celebrate their commitments to the community and their craft: The Ferrer Family, Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards, and The Klein Family, Rodney Strong Wine Estates. Learn more about Sonoma Wine Country Weekend Honorary Chairs at http://sonomawinecountryweekend.com/about-us/honorary-chairs/.

Proceeds from Sonoma Wine Country Weekend support Sonoma County nonprofit organizations serving children, environment and health. To date, a cumulative total of more than $12 million has been donated directly to Sonoma County nonprofits by the local wine community.

Ticket/Event Information:
For additional details about each event below and to purchase tickets, please visit:  http://www.sonomawinecountryweekend.com

Friday, 8/29 – Sonoma Starlight at Francis Ford Coppola Winery: $125/person (General) or $150/person (Reserve Seating)

  • Enjoy an unforgettable evening of wine, dinner and music under the stars! Kick off your Sonoma Wine Country Weekend poolside at the iconic Francis Ford Coppola Winery against a backdrop of shimmering stars in the Alexander Valley.

Saturday, 8/30 – Taste of Sonoma at MacMurray Ranch®: $165/person (General), $195/person (Grand Reserve)

  • Immerse yourself in the food and wine culture of Sonoma County at Taste of Sonoma at MacMurray Ranch. Enjoy an afternoon strolling through the historic MacMurray Ranch property while sipping and savoring the very best of Sonoma County's rich wines and delectable cuisine presented by more than 200 wineries and 70 chefs.

Sunday, 8/31 – Sonoma Harvest Wine Auction at Chateau St. Jean: $500/person

  • The flagship event of Sonoma Wine Country Weekend, the Sonoma Harvest Wine Auction is Sonoma County's largest and most fun fundraising event, bringing together the wine community and caring donors to raise essential funds that make our world-class wine region a better place by supporting our kids and our community.

Winery Barbecues: $85/person

  • Sonoma's top wineries invite you to their Sunday barbecues for a casual way to celebrate Labor Day. Each winery destination will put their own special spin on Sonoma's top grilled foods while pairing them with the remarkable red wines for which Sonoma County is known.

Winemaker Lunches: $85/person

  • With dozens of wineries hosting exquisite lunches in dazzling settings, you'll have the opportunity to break bread with the winemakers that create your favorite Sonoma bottlings. Local chefs (or the winery's own) will create impeccable pairings from Sonoma County's abundant seasonal offerings.

Winemaker Dinner Parties: $150/person

  • Dine with winery owners and winemakers for a true insider's experience at beautiful wineries throughout Sonoma County at these intimate events for up to 30 guests.

*For more information visit www.SonomaWineCountryWeekend.com, like it on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/winecountryweekend, Instagram at @SonomaWineCountryWeekend, and follow on Twitter at http://twitter.com/SonomaWCW: @SonomaWCW. Hashtag: #SWCW. And visit: www.visasignature.com.

Contact: Kristen Green
415-567-2999 / Email