# Event Details - **Event Name**: Calistoga Wine Festival, Featuring Live Tastings and Food Pairings - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: Get ready to sip and savor some of the finest wines at the Calistoga Wine Festival & gourmet food- it is a showdown you won't want to miss!About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/93bd82d0-97a3-11f1-aeb9-85abe4888be8-rimg-w991-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/94df4680-97a3-11f1-aeb9-85abe4888be8-rimg-w572-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Join the inaugural Calistoga Wine Festival - a unique wine experience celebrating the northern Napa Valley's excellence, the unique picturesque town of Calistoga, and the Calistoga wines. This event blends a retrospective on the 50th Anniversary of the Judgment of Paris (featured in the landmark movie "Bottle Shock") with the Grand Tasting of Calistoga's top AVA wines.Limited amount of tickets are available for this exclusive, charitable event.? The Day's Exclusive ProgramFeatured Guests: Christopher Sawyer (Professional Wine Judge/Sommelier), Len Tolstunov (Event Founder and Executive Drirector), Dario Sattui (founder of V. Sattui and Castello di Amorosa wneries), Hugh Davies (owner of Schramsberg and Davies wineries), Joel Aiken (former head winemaker, Beaulieu Vineyard, wine consultant), representatives of major wineries and professional sommeliers.Key FeaturesArrive: 12:40-12:45PM12:45 PM: Doors will be open1:00 PM: Official opening of the Brannan Center1:20 PM: Official Opening of the Calistoga Wine FestivalWelcome remarks from event creator and executive director Len (Lenny) Tolstunov1:30 PM – 2:15 PM: The Panel DiscussionIntimate Q&A on the 1976 Judgment of Paris and Napa Valley's evolution, led by Christopher Sawyer with local wine celebrities (Hugh Davies, Ivo Jeramaz, and Dario Sattui)2:15 PM – 3:00 PM: Award Ceremony and Medal Announcements for the best Calistoga winespresented by Christopher Sawyer and Len TolstunovProfessional wine judges who participated in the Calistoga AVA Professional Wine Competiiton (CPWC) "Judgement of Calistoga" prior to the Festival (on July 15th) and judged Calistoga AVA wines were: Meridith May, Gillian Balance, Joel Aiken, Sarah Doyle, Traci Dutton, Anthony Mueller, and Shari Gherman.3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Calistoga Grand Tasting (CGT)Sip, savor and support: sample dozens of Best of Class, Double Gold, and Gold medal-winning Calistoga AVA wines, paired with complimentary gourmet food catered by local Calistoga restaurants. This is the charitable event: portion of the proceeds will support local nonprofit, UpValley Family Centers.?TicketsPurchase early and save. Advance ticket pricing is available through June 30th. Ticket prices increase on July 1st as the event approaches, so we encourage guests to reserve their tickets early. $85-150ALL ACCESS: Includes: Official Opening, Panel Discussion/Q&A/ Interview, Award Ceremony, and the Calistoga Grand Tasting.Secure your tickets now—space for this landmark, charitable event is extremely limited!Calistoga Wine Festival website:https://calistogawinefestival.com/We are building a new tradition in our town! Become a part of it! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/956c9260-97a3-11f1-aeb9-85abe4888be8-rimg-w740-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/960d1820-97a3-11f1-aeb9-85abe4888be8-rimg-w1200-h675-dc280808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/964c1cf0-97a3-11f1-aeb9-85abe4888be8-rimg-w987-h740-dc583838-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/96b67780-97a3-11f1-aeb9-85abe4888be8-rimg-w688-h740-dcd8c878-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/9754b350-97a3-11f1-aeb9-85abe4888be8-rimg-w718-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/97d247c0-97a3-11f1-aeb9-85abe4888be8-rimg-w493-h740-dc180808-gmir.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5OJvxrYz-ecAgenda?: 01:00 PM - 05:00 PMCalistoga Wine FestivalHost: Len (Lenny) TolstunovInfo: What to Expect: • Excellence: Taste dozens of award winning wines from the Calistoga AVA Wine comparison and professional assessment and sample culinary excellence of local Calistoga restaurants at the Grand Public Tasting • Experts: Learn from sommelier Christopher Sawyer, wine seminar discussing 50th anniversary of the "Judgement of Paris", wine award ceremony, • Charity: portion of the proceeds benefit the UpValley Family Centers to support local underprivileged families and children. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/calistoga/calistoga-wine-festival-featuring-live-tastings-and-food-pairings/100001976264449167 - **Event Categories**: wine-tasting, festivals, nonprofit, food-truck-festivals, workshops, food-drinks, entertainment, charities - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 5 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 21+ - door_time: 2026-08-15T19:40:00Z - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Brannan Center - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 150, max: 150, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Calistoga - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Brannan Center - **lat**: 38.5801208 - **long**: -122.5820182 - **full address**: Brannan Center, 1407 3rd Street, Calistoga, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Calistoga Wine Festival, Featuring Live Tastings and Food Pairings - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/f39bd3112034901746ba6a5ec8465be329505395da516135e84d5bd683a7368c-rimg-w940-h470-dcebd4c1-gmir.jpg?v=1768320072 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Calistoga Wine Festival, Featuring Live Tastings and Food Pairings being held? - **A:** Calistoga Wine Festival, Featuring Live Tastings and Food Pairings takes place on Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Brannan Center, 1407 3rd Street, Calistoga, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Calistoga Wine Festival, Featuring Live Tastings and Food Pairings? - **A:** Calistoga Wine Festival, Featuring Live Tastings and Food Pairings is strictly for guests aged 21 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 21 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Calistoga Wine Festival, Featuring Live Tastings and Food Pairings? - **A:** Calistoga Wine Festival, Featuring Live Tastings and Food Pairings is organized by Len Tolstunov. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Calistoga Wine Festival, Featuring Live Tastings and Food Pairings is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Calistoga, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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