Begin Winter Wine Premiere weekend with an evening reserved for our Diamond & Platinum Members — the exclusive Library Tasting hosted by the Bonarrigos. Enjoy thoughtfully paired light bites as you explore extraordinary vintages and hear the stories, traditions, and moments that have shaped some of the most cherished wines in the Messina Hof Library Collection.

For one special evening, a selection of these rare wines will be available in limited quantities, offering a unique opportunity to discover bottles worthy of your own collection. Join us for an intimate evening of exceptional wine, rich history, and new discoveries.

Fall is almost here, and so is your favorite event of the season, Fall VIP Member Bash! Bring up to six guests to the festival to share in the fun! Take advantage of your Messina Hof Membership and join us at the Estate Winery for this Member and guest only event on Sunday, November 8th.

Member tickets are complimentary (up to 2 per membership) and include a festival glass, one food item, one glass of wine, and three tastes of wine. Members are encouraged to invite up to six guests per membership at $25/ticket (Base ticket $25 + fees). There are also Under 21 tickets available at no charge.

Enhance your complimentary Member ticket for an additional charge to take part in an exclusive special event! Join Paul M. and Karen Bonarrigo for the Holidays Around the World Food & Wine Pairing. Explore the grape varieties that flourish in our great state and savor the exceptional wines we craft from them at Messina Hof, perfectly paired with a festive, culinary traditions from around the globe. This event begins at 12 PM in the Gallery.

Plenty of food options will be available through local food and snack vendors. The Vintage House Restaurant will be open from 11 AM to 2 PM during the festival for a special Mac & Cheese and Wine Pairing! Regular restaurant service will not be available during the festival.

Schedule:
10:45 AM | Check-In Tent Opens
11 AM | Festival Starts & Paulo Express Begins
11AM | Vintage House Restaurant Opens for Self-Guided Mac & Cheese and Wine Pairing
12 PM | Holidays Around the World Food & Wine Pairing with Paul M. and Karen Bonarrigo
1:45 PM | Announcements & Giveaways
2 PM | Vintage House Restaurant Closes
3 PM | Festival Ends
4 PM | Tasting Room Closes

We encourage guests to bring chairs and blankets as seating is limited. Tents are not allowed as they can impact the experience for other guests.

The Paulo Express shuttle will be available to transport guests to and from the Paulo Lot.