(10/11) Harvest Celebration with Duncan Peak and Ektimo

We warmly welcome you to be part of our journey into the 2025 harvest with Duncan Peak and Ektimo Vineyards!

On Saturday, October 11th, as we officially move into the heart of harvest season, you’ll experience a day in the life of the vineyard and cellar. The afternoon begins with a guided tour led by the proprietor, taking you through the vines and into the cellar to see the harvest process up close. You’ll have the chance to take part in a hands-on punch down and taste wines at different stages—straight from fermentation tanks and barrels.

As evening falls, the celebration continues with a five-course Winemaker’s Dinner in the cellar. A guest chef will present a special menu blending Chinese and Spanish flavors, paired with wines from Duncan Peak Vineyards and Ektimo Vineyards.

This is a rare opportunity to witness harvest in action, share an intimate dinner in the cellar, and raise a glass to the 2025 vintage together—all while enjoying the harvest weekend as a complete experience.

Saturday October 11th, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Cellar & Vineyard Tour with Barrel Tasting

Join the proprietor for a walk through the vineyard and cellar during harvest. You’ll see the vineyard blocks up close and hear about the seasonal work that goes into caring for the vines. In the cellar, take part in a hands-on punch down, one of the daily tasks during fermentation.

We’ll taste wines in different stages—some still fermenting, others aging in barrel—so you can get a clear sense of how the wines develop before bottling. It’s a chance to experience the harvest process directly and ask questions along the way.

Saturday October 11th, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Winemaker’s Dinner

After the day’s harvest activities, sit down in the cellar with the proprietor for an intimate five-course dinner. The evening features a visiting chef who has flown in from abroad to prepare a special menu blending Chinese and Spanish dishes.

Each course will be paired with wines from Duncan Peak Vineyards and Ektimo Vineyards, including current releases as well as a few special selections not often poured. As you enjoy the food and wine together, the proprietor will share stories about the vineyards, the harvest you just experienced, and the craft behind each bottle.

✨About Chef Mengmeng ✨

Chef Mengmeng trained at the Michelin-starred Hofmann in Barcelona and has cooked for embassies of France, Finland, and Norway. Founder of Wanchunn and La Fiesta in Beijing, she has spent the past decade perfecting the art of East-West fusion and wine pairing. For this special evening, she will craft a one-of-a-kind menu that tells stories through flavor and brings cultures together on the plate.

• Casual, comfortable clothing you don’t mind walking in.
• Closed-toe shoes are required for safety in the vineyard and cellar.

• Smart casual to elegant attire is welcome.

• High heels are fine for the dinner portion, as it takes place in the cellar (not in the vineyard).
• Please bring an extra jacket or wrap, since the cellar temperature stays cool.

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