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Olive Festival Finale Weekend ~
February 12-14, 2010
Celebrate “olive” President’s Day weekend with special olive themed events, cooking classes, seminars, artisan markets, and even a visit from Olive Oyl herself! Read on for additional information and events!
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VinOlivo
Presented by the Sonoma Valley Vintner's & Growers Alliance
February 12, 2010. 7-10pm. $65 General Admission, $85 Winemaker Salon.
Click Here to Purchase Tickets Online.
Part of the Annual Sonoma Valley Olive Season, the VinOlivo fundraiser is a Gala Celebration and Feast for the Senses. Enjoy all that Sonoma Valley Wine Country has to Offer: Sip Sonoma Valley's best wines as you get to know the personalities behind the wine; Ignite your Taste Buds with Culinary Delights from over 20 of Sonoma's Finest Restaurants, Caterers, and Artisans; Sample Local Savory Olives and Olive Oils at the Olive Bar; Indulge in Sweet Temptations with Port and Chocolate Tastings; Bid now and preview Sooma Valley wine and trips that will be featured at VinOlivo at www.vinolivo.cmarket.com. (707) 935-0803
The Lodge at Sonoma, 1325 Broadway, Sonoma 95476
www.sonomavalleywine.com
President's Ribollita at Roessler Cellars
February 12 - 14, 2010. Friday 4 - 6pm. Sat & Sun 11 - 6pm.
President's Weekend Housemade Ribollita, a famous Tuscan Soup Tradition,served with fresh Sonoma Valley Olive Oil. Complimentary. (707) 933-4440
380 First Street West, Sonoma CA 95476
www.roesslercellars.com
Don Landis Presents An Olive Odyssey
at Jacuzzi Family Vineyards
February 13 -14, 2010. 10am-4pm
Experience the olive in old world style with Don Landis and a unique gathering of home olive curers offering samples of their handcrafted delicacies in the stunning Tuscan courtyard at Jacuzzi Family Vineyards. Sample award winning oils from The Olive Press and enjoy olive themed food by Glen Ellen's Olive and Vine Culinary Adventures paired with fabulous Jacuzzi Family Vineyards wines. Renowned olive expert, Louise Ferguson, Ph.D, a Pomologist from U.C. Davis, and technical editor of the popular and essential Olive Production Manual, will be available both days to talk olives and answer all your olive questions. Compare notes with olive tree experts from Olive Grove Nursery and MOPREP and learn about the important work of the Mission Olive Preservation Restoration Education Project.
On Saturday only, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, be a part of history as local KGO Radio host Gene Burns broadcasts his popular “Dining Around with Gene Burns” program live from the Jacuzzi Family Vineyards courtyard during the event.
On Sunday only between 1:00 and 4:00 pm, Judith Taylor, MD, a true historian of the olive in California, will share her wealth of knowledge about the olive and signing copies of her book The Olive in California; History of an Immigrant Tree. Sample Carneros Caves Cheeses and heirloom vegetables direct from the gardens of Greenstring Farm. A special selection of Jacuzzi Family Vineyards wines will be featured at a 15% discount for participants during this Olive Festival finale event. Feast your eyes on olive-inspired art, and revel in everything olive!
Admission is free. Reservations are not required.(866) 522-8693
Jacuzzi Family Vineyards, 24724 Arnold Drive, Sonoma 95476
www.jacuzziwines.com
Cline Cellars Finale Celebration
February 13 - 14, 2010. 10am-4pm
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a twist at Cline Cellars! Treat your sweetheart to olive inspired products perfectly paired with Cline’s award winning wines at this two-day event. Sample gourmet olive oils, cured olives and one-of-a-kind olive oil infused chocolate treats. Take advantage of our Valentine’s special on Cline Late Harvest Mourvèdre … a decadent complement to any chocolate confection! Holiday discounts on featured wines will be offered throughout the weekend! Admission is free. No reservations required.
Cline Cellars, 24737 Arnold Drive, Sonoma 95476
www.clinecellars.com
Olive Oyl & Focaccia at Cornerstone Sonoma
February 13-14, 2010. 11am-4pm both days.
Celebrate Olive Season Finale in Sonoma's only heated olive grove, as Marvel Comics' own Olive Oyl serves you warm rosemary, olive oil and dried tomato focaccia, baked in our outdoor pizza oven. Enjoy your piping hot focaccia ($5) and complimentary dipping sauces as you wander through the ten Cornerstone shops, where owners have devised their own recipes. Ingredients for these culinary treasures can be purchased at Cornerstone during this event. Photos with Olive Oyl on the Big Blue Chair encouraged. (707) 933-3010
Cornerstone Sonoma, 23570 Arnold Drive, Sonoma CA 95476
www.cornerstonesonoma.com
Olive Fun and Games at Larson Family Winery
February 13 - 14, 2010. 11am-4pm
Larson Family Winery is celebrating the bounty of the olives with our own Olive Festival. We’re rolling out the olive fun and games so brush up on your olive trivia as the tasting room staff will be challenging your olive knowledge. Your taste buds will be stimulated with samplings of Larson Family’s “DGOO” Damn Good Olive Oil along with our award winning wines. Always family friendly, the Larson’s encourage everyone to bring the family, pack a lunch and enjoy our picnic area, bocce court, cowboy golf and coloring table for the kids. (707) 938-3031
23355 Millerick Road, Sonoma 95476
www.larsonfamilywinery.com
Heritage Mission Olive Trees at 'An Olive Odyssey'
February 13 - 14, 2010. 10am-4pm
The Mission Olive Preservation, Restoration & Education Project (MOPREP) will be selling heritage trees, dispensing information and providing olives for martini tastings!
Jacuzzi Family Vineyards, 24724 Arnold Drive, Sonoma 95476
www.moprep.org
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