Thanks to Napa Valley Vintners, VIP Ticket holders will arrive at 4:30p.m. and have exclusive access to 90 minutes of Wine Tasting and Education on Napa Valley Wines from the four famous winemakers below! The event will be moderated by our Emcee Master Sommelier June Rodil. VIP Ticket holders will also have access to the Cocktail Challenge and the Somms Under Fire Wine & Food Pairing Competition featuring wines from all over the world and food prepared by Chef Drew Curren of Arro, Italic, and Easy Tiger.
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We look forward to seeing you on January 24, 2016 at the AT&T Executive Education & Conference Center.
Rosemary Cakebread - Gallica
One in a group of influential winemakers, Rosemary has earned a reputation for handcrafting wines of grace and balance. Armed with a degree in Viticulture and Enology from the University of California Davis, she was introduced to Cabernet Sauvignon at the historic Inglenook Winery in Rutherford,...
moreMichael Eddy - Louis Martini Winery
Michael Eddy, who grew up in Southern California, became fascinated by the process of transforming grapes into wine after brewing beer at home. “The complexity of wine has always intrigued me,” explains Michael. “The idea of navigating all of the steps it takes to bring out different flavors in...
moreSara Fowler - PEJU
Sara Fowler joined Peju as the Winemaker in the summer of 2006, bringing a wealth of knowledge and creativity into the cellar. Sara's passion for Bordeaux varietals and knack for innovative blending make her the perfect fit to lead Peju's winemaking team.Sara cut her teeth in the wine industry...
moreChris Hall - Long Meadow Ranch Winery
The ambassador of Long Meadow Ranch’s portfolio of family-run businesses, Chris is Executive Vice President - Long Meadow Ranch & Affiliates. Chris leads the sales, marketing and destination activities directed at achieving the family’s mission...
moreThe 2016 Somms Under Fire wines for the VIP tasting include:
Greeting Wine:
2014 PEJU Rose' of Syrah
First flight:
2014 Long Meadow Ranch Winery Sauvignon Blanc Rutherford, Napa Valley
2014 PEJU Chardonnay Napa Valley
2012 Louis M Martini Winery Cellar No. 254 Meritage Napa Valley
2013 Gallica Estate Vineyard Petite Sirah Napa Valley
Second Flight:
2012 Long Meadow Ranch Winery E.J. Church Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
2012 Gallica Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville
2012 PEJU Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
2012 Louis Martini Winery Lot 1 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley