UPCOMING EVENTS
Join Aperture at these upcoming events
INN AT THE TIDES WINEMAKER DINNER
March 20th, 2026
Bodega Bay, CA
Join Director of Winemaking, Hillary Sjolund, for an unforgettable evening at the Inn at the Tides. The intimate and relaxed setting of The Bay View Restaurant & Lounge is the ideal backdrop for our monthly “Dinner with the Winemaker” series. It’s the perfect opportunity to talk one-on-one with winemakers.
NAPA IN NEWPORT
March 21st, 2026
Newport Beach, CA
Napa in Newport features a Grand Tasting, vintner hosted dining tables, an exquisite dinner with curated wine pairings by a celebrity chef and spectacular auction lots – all to benefit CureDuchenne, a leading nonprofit organization whose mission is to cure Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
SONOMA EPICUREAN DINNER
March 26th, 2026
Aperture Estate, Healdsburg, CA
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Aperture Estate to kick off the Sonoma Epicurean weekend in style to benefit the V Foundation for Cancer Research. Dinner will be a beautiful masterpiece crafted by Healdsburg’s very own Chef Dustin Valette.
SONOMA EPICUREAN WEEKEND
March 27th-28th, 2026
Healdsburg, CA
The V Foundation for Cancer Research Sonoma Epicurean is a signature series of events that feature curated, hands-on experiences with award-winning chefs and world-class vintners. Join us for adventures and experiences focused on lifestyle, wellness, and sustainability.
APERTURE X MAC’S CHOPHOUSE
March 27th, 2026
Atlanta, GA
Join Lauryn Mitrovich, Director of Hospitality at Mac’s Chophouse, for an extraordinary afternoon where world-class winemaking meets the lens of fine art. Enjoy a four-course luncheon with Aperture wine pairings throughout.
ATLANTA HIGH
March 28th, 2026
Atlanta, GA
For over thirty years, the High Museum Atlanta Wine Auction has brought the best wineries to Atlanta to share their wonderful wines with our Benefactors. Our mission to support the High along with our love for delicious wine is the perfect reason to join us this coming March to “party with a purpose.
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SOUTHERN SMOKE DECANTED
March 28th, 2026
Houston, TX
Decanted, unlocks the best of our wines and each other in Southern Smoke’s wine auction, uniting wine lovers with vintners from around the world in a spectacular afternoon benefiting Southern Smoke Foundation.
WINEMAKER OF THE YEAR CELEBRATION DINNER
April 4th, 2026
Aperture Estate, Healdsburg, CA
We invite you to the Aperture Estate for an exclusive evening celebrating Founder and Head Winemaker Jesse Katz, newly recognized as Wine Enthusiast’s Winemaker of the Year.
PEBBLE BEACH FOOD & WINE
April 9th-12th, 2026
Pebble Beach, CA
Over the course of four days, global chefs, wineries, mixologists, sommeliers, and beverage personalities will gather for a destination event at the iconic Pebble Beach Resorts. Stay tuned— 2026 programming will be revealed soon!
TASTE OF NAPA – HUNTINGTON BEACH
April 12th, 2026
Huntington Beach, CA
Festival Napa Valley’s annual signature tasting event comes to Southern California for the first time! Joining live music with exceptional food and wine, Taste of Napa celebrates the bounties of Napa Valley and its signature Wine Country hospitality. Guests can savor pours from more than 30 wineries along with culinary creations from Paséa Hotel & Spa.
CHARLOTTE WINE & FOOD
April 15th-19th, 2026
Charlotte, NC
Join Director of Wholesale, Aaron Robertson, at Charlotte Wine + Food, an event that brings together leading wine industry experts from around the world and pairs them with Charlotte’s top chefs to celebrate and advance public knowledge of and appreciation for fine wine and food, while building community and making significant contributions to charitable organizations that benefit children and their families in the Charlotte community.
CALIFORNIA WINE FESTIVAL DANA POINT
April 24th-25th, 2026
Dana Point, CA
Experience the quintessential California wine tasting and enjoy hundreds of California’s finest vintage wines, delicious gourmet food samples, and lively music. Discover new wines at every Festival, find a new favorite, and pair it with a dizzying variety of fresh gourmet appetizers like artisan breads, cheeses, olive oils, and so much more. Enjoy an afternoon of wine, food, and music – at the biggest wine festival under the sun!
DALLAS WINE AUCTION: COTES DU COEUR
April 25th, 2026
Dallas, TX
Join Director of Wholesale, Aaron Robertson, at Côtes du Coeur, a sensory experience that whets the palate and warms the heart. This premier event is a culmination of community and company leaders alongside a unique collection of renowned wineries and chefs. All are unified for the American Heart Association’s mission that transforms and saves lives.
UNCORK FOR HOPE
May 3rd, 2026
Huntington Beach, CA
Join us for Uncork for Hope’s signature event. Through events, the wine community, and other collaborative partners, we hope to strengthen charities by creating a greater awareness of their needs and funding programs that positively impact the lives of California’s most vulnerable children.
HEALDSBURG FOOD & WINE: APERTURE CELLARS
May 15th, 2026
Aperture Estate, Healdsburg, CA
Join Chef Willer Larreal from Michelin-starred Sushi by Scratch Restaurants, one of the hottest restaurants in Healdsburg, for an unforgettable gastronomic experience at the renowned Aperture Cellars.
CALIFORNIA WINEMASTERS
May 16th, 2026
Burbank, CA
Join over 1,200 guests for an unforgettable evening at the famous Warner Bros. Studios, where 50 of the country’s best restaurants and 70 premier California wineries come together for a cause, benefitting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
HEALDSBURG WINE & FOOD: GRAND TASTING
May 14th-17th, 2026
Healdsburg, CA
Experience wines and spirits from over 150+ local and world-renowned artisans and makers. Over a dozen talented chefs from Sonoma County and around the world will craft exceptional bites showcasing the region’s seasonal agricultural bounty.
APERTURE CELLARS 100 POINT WINE DINNER
May 30th, 2026
Nantucket, MA
As a part of Nantucket Wine & Food Festival, join us for an unforgettable evening of 100-point wines from Aperture Cellars, lively family stories, and inspired, chef-driven cuisine.
NANTUCKET WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
May 27th-31st, 2026
Nantucket, MA
The Nantucket Wine & Food Festival is one of America’s most prestigious culinary events, drawing over 4,000 attendees annually to the iconic island of Nantucket, Massachusetts. The festival brings together renowned winemakers, chefs, and culinary enthusiasts for five days of extraordinary tastings, intimate dinners, educational seminars, and immersive culinary experiences.
