Join us for a Winesong Weekend Celebration!
September 6 and 7, 2024
You’re invited to Winesong 2024 at the stunning Little River Inn!
Join us in supporting the Mendocino Coast Healthcare Foundation alongside the best chefs, restaurants, wineries, beverage vendors, and local bands & artists.
This cherished coastal tradition offers more than just great wine and food—it’s an opportunity to explore the culinary and cultural heritage of our region while enjoying the stunning backdrop of the Pacific Ocean at the Little River Inn. Don’t miss this harmonious blend of celebration, learning, and appreciation.
Thank you to our event partners:
Thank you to our event sponsors:
Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Email Terry Ramos at [email protected].
Day 1
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
WINE LEADERS PANEL
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 | 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
Hosted by a longtime friend of Winesong—Monty Preiser of the Preiser Key and Shadowbox Cellars—this event offers an insider glimpse with a panel of renowned winemakers, winery owners, and other industry leaders. Last year’s inaugural event was a raucous affair with interesting and sometimes differing takes on what’s happening in the wine world.
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Experience the enduring allure of Zinfandel, a stalwart of California’s wine scene, at the three-hour wine leaders panel. Join expert winemakers like Ravenswood and Joyner as they unravel the complex history and flavors of this classic varietal. Explore why Zinfandel continues to captivate wine enthusiasts across generations.
The younger generation is understandably excited about California’s new wave of wines. While it’s easy to overlook amidst the buzz, one stalwart of the West Coast, Zinfandel, still stands. Zinfandel has a complex history, often debated and controversial, and a bad reputation for being either over-extracted or too sweet, akin to a blue blush.
However, it’s worth noting that the good old red Zinfandel endures, thanks to the expertise of seasoned winemakers like Ravenswood and Joyner. During the three-hour wine leaders panel, you can join an informative panel of experts as they embark on a journey into the world of Zinfandel. Expect not only an enlightening evolution of California’s wine scene but also to understand why it continues to captivate wine enthusiasts across generations.
PINOT NOIR CELEBRATION
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 | 1:00 PM-4:00 PM
Enjoy the pinnacle of Pinot Noir excellence at this annual, prestigious event dedicated to showcasing the exceptional wines of Anderson Valley vintners since 2008.
Renowned as California’s premier destination for Pinot enthusiasts, this intimate affair offers a limited number of tickets, ensuring an exclusive experience amidst the stunning backdrop of the Pacific Northwest’s pristine beaches at the Little River Inn. Kick off the Winesong Weekend with an unforgettable journey into the world of locally crafted Pinot wines, accompanied by smooth acoustic melodies and breathtaking views.
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Pinot Noir is the preeminent varietal of Anderson Valley and, as such, deserves to be celebrated. Every year, Winesong weekend kicks off with A Pinot Celebration at Little River Inn, featuring 30 Pinot producers – mostly local, but a few regional notables. Passed canapes from Little River Inn’s Chef offer perfect pairings to the variety of Pinot Noirs displayed. Great wine, tasty food and good music make it an ideal afternoon for lovers of Pinot Noir.
PINOT NOIR CELEBRATION
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 | 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Enjoy the pinnacle of Pinot Noir excellence at this annual, prestigious event dedicated to showcasing the exceptional wines of Anderson Valley vintners since 2008.
Renowned as California’s premier destination for Pinot enthusiasts, this intimate affair offers a limited number of tickets, ensuring an exclusive experience amidst the stunning backdrop of the Pacific Northwest’s pristine beaches at the Little River Inn. Kick off the Winesong Weekend with an unforgettable journey into the world of locally crafted Pinot wines, accompanied by smooth acoustic melodies and breathtaking views.
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Pinot Noir is the preeminent varietal of Anderson Valley and, as such, deserves to be celebrated. Every year, Winesong weekend kicks off with A Pinot Celebration at Little River Inn, featuring 30 Pinot producers – mostly local, but a few regional notables. Passed canapes from Little River Inn’s Chef offer perfect pairings to the variety of Pinot Noirs displayed. Great wine, tasty food and good music make it an ideal afternoon for lovers of Pinot Noir.
Day 2
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Grand Tasting Experience
Saturday, September 7 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
The Grand Tasting at Little River Inn offers incredible bites from local chefs, caterers and restaurateurs, plus wines from the region – Mendocino, Sonoma, Lake and Napa Counties. Adding to the festivities will be a few of our fabulous local musicians providing the ‘Song’ in Winesong!
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Meander the landscaped grounds around Little River Inn’s Abalone Room, with the glorious view of the ocean, then weave your way to the Silent Auction tent where you’ll have a chance to bid on multiple lots – wine, art, experiences and more. Grab your friends for a delightful afternoon!
VIP Winesong Charity Auction
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 | 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
After enjoying the Grand Tasting at Little River Inn, we invite our guests to gather at the white tent for the centerpiece of Winesong weekend – our Charity Auction. VIP guests will enjoy reserved seating and a delicious lunch under the tent. Then the excitement begins for all guests with lively bidding for numerous lots, featuring spectacular wines from the world’s most prestigious wine producers, rare vintages, large format bottles, plus special vertical collections. The auction will also include trips, getaways, experiences, original art, plus the Head Table honors for the 40th annual Winesong in 2025.
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The heart of the live auction continues to be our Fund-A-Need, where we share with you a critical item that needs funding and count on your generous contributions to make it happen. Humbling, moving, joyous and tear-jerking all describe the special moment when we learn how much we’ve raised in this altruistic moment of giving.
Included in the VIP tickets are:
• Ticket to the Grand Tasting
• Charity Live Auction
• Charity Presentation
• Premium Wines
• Lunch Service
VIP Winesong Charity Auction
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 | 2:00 PM-4:00 PM