Sip Into Spring on the Placer Wine Trail

Celebrate bud break in Placer County for two glorious days along the Placer Wine Trail. This event is the perfect way to leave winter behind and SIP INTO SPRING. See the budding vineyards, taste current vintages, multiple varietals grown in the Sierra Foothills, and even try a few verticals! A great opportunity to meet winemakers, taste limited production wines, new releases or library wines.

Celebrate bud break in Placer County for two glorious days along the Placer Wine Trail – Auburn, Granite Bay, Lincoln, Loomis, Newcastle, Rocklin & Roseville.

The perfect way to leave winter behind and “Sip into Spring”…see the budding vineyards, taste current vintages, multiple varietals grown in the Sierra Foothills, and even try a few verticals! A great opportunity to meet winemakers, taste limited production wines, new releases or library wines. Live Music, Food Trucks & Treats at some locations.

Many participating wineries will highlight a Vintage, Varietal or Vertical tasting for the weekend.

Meet Owners & Winemakers
Wine Tasting at Participating Wineries
Live Music & Food Trucks
Special Vintages, Varietals, Releases or other Fun & Educational Opportunities

Where: 21 Placer Wine Trail Member Wineries

When: March 28-29, 12-5pm

Tickets: Early Bird: $40/Day, $45/Weekend Pass or After 3/15: $50/Day, $55 Weekend Pass

Designated Driver: only $5.00

TICKET DETAILS: Includes admission and activities at each participating winery, wine tasting and souvenir wine glass. Choose your starting winery upon registration. Each winery has a limited number of tickets for participants to start. Therefore, you may not be able to start at your preferred location, but you can visit them later. You are required to begin your tour at the location on your ticket where you will pick up your glass and wrist band. Once you have received your glass, you can visit wineries in any order.

NOTES:

Save $10/person on Early Bird Pricing until 3/15
Make it a two-day event for just $5 more!
Rain or Shine – No Refunds for Weather.
Food is not included as part of your ticket unless an individual winery is offering something complimentary . Prepared food is available for separate purchase with your wine at Lecavlier, Dueling Dogs, Casque, Wise Villa and Twin Rocks restaurants or at Food Trucks around the Trail at Lone Buffalo, Ciotti, Dono Dal Cielo , Smokin Barrel & Rancho Roble.

PARTICIPATING WINERIES & EVENT MAP

Bonitata Boutique Wine * Cante Ao Vinho * Casque Wines * Ciotti Cellars * Dono dal Cielo * Dora Dain Wines * Dueling Dogs Brewing Co.* Happy Dayz Vineyard * Hill Top Oaks Winery * Lecavalier Cellars * Lone Buffalo Vineyards * Mount Saint Joseph Wines * Mt. Vernon * PaZa Estate Winery* Rancho Roble Vineyards * Rappé Family Vineyards * Secret Ravine * Smokin’ Barrel Winery * Twin Rocks Estate Winery * Viña Castellano Winery *Wise Villa Winery & Bistro

2025 SPECIAL EVENT MAP & WINERY ACTIVITIES

UPDATES WILL BE READY WHEN TICKETS GO ON SALE IN EARLY 2026

Winery Activities List

Special Event Map

Bonitata: For the weekend, we will be pouring our full complement of wines we plan on having two whites, including our newly release Pinot Gris And Chardonnay. Our special dark rosé. Eight red wines, including our newly released mystery red. We will have seven sweet wines, including our newly released Late harvest Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa’s Coombsville AVA. Enjoy a chocolate pairing with any of our late harvest wines, including our 11-year-old port. Also, we will be featuring our five sparkling wines. Moscato, rosé, pomegranate, peach, mango and strawberry. We will have specials on our red wines buy to get your third for a dollar. A sparkling Three-pack for $48. all our deals will be mix and match. Special case pricing starting at $150.

Cante ao Vinho: Take a tour of Europe at Cante Ao Vinho during Sip Into Spring! We will be showcasing our European varietals, comparing and contrasting nuances and notes of each wine with winemakers Frank and Tom Farinha. Look forward to getting to know Cante’s 2021 Arinto (Portugal), 2020 El Guapo Rojo (Spanish Blend), 2020 Montepulciano (Italian) and 2019 La Rouge Fonce (France). Help yourself to a tapas bar filled with olives, cheeses and fruit to find your favorite pairing. Sunday, stay for live music by The DTs (2pm). All weekend long take advantage of our case sale – $216 for a single varietal or build your own mixed case off our 21 varietal wine list.

At Casque we’ll be sipping into spring with Grenache and Grenache Blanc! Taste varietal bottlings alongside the blends in which they play a role. Spring is a spectacular season to visit us on the Flower Farm property. Be sure to say hello to our neighbors! Before hitting up the tasting room, you can order fresh fare to-go from the Flower Farm Cafe (kitchen open until 3:30). While your order is prepared, sip while you shop locally made gifts and art at the Flower Farm Giftshop. On Sunday, celebrate the arts and meet local makers from 10 to 2. We welcome you to explore!

Ciotti Cellars is excited to welcome you to spring with our new Fiano Italian white wine! Join us for a delightful experience featuring our Ciotti Aperol-style Spritz, live music, and delicious food trucks. CJ Washington live and Outlaw Cuisine on 3/29. And of course, we can’t overlook our Big Bold reds! Giuseppe

Dono dal Cielo: Shake off that winter chill and celebrate the season with a tasting of Estate Zinfandels from Rose to Reds! Saturday, Engine 41 Pizza will be here along with live music from Dave Atkinson. On Sunday, Buckethead BBQ with live music from Shane Q. Gather your friends & let’s toast to spring!

Dora Dain: Head over to Dora Dain to meet the owners and winemaker! We have an educational opportunity to talk about, and smell, different oaks used for aging, storing, and helping guide the wines finished profile. Our young vineyards will be coming alive and the wildflowers will be starting to bloom! Cheers to a beautiful weekend.

Dueling Dogs: Come and enjoy a taste of our orange blossom honey mead paired with a sweet bite, and taste an additional mead or cider of your choosing. Our kitchen will have wood fired pizzas available for purchase all weekend. Sit, stay, drink – and eat!

Happy Dayz: Come experience the charm of our winery, where you can meet the winemaker and learn the secrets behind our latest spring wine release. Step into our beautiful outdoor space, perfect for enjoying the fresh air and breathtaking views. Bring a picnic and make a day of it—whether you’re savoring our new wines or simply relaxing in the serene surroundings, it’s an experience you won’t want to miss!

Hill Top Oaks: RESERVATIONS REQUIRED! Celebrate Bud Break and the start of the 2025 grape growing season with us at Hill Top Oaks Winery! Savor a flight of 4 of our award winning wines while enjoying the lively tunes of Aaron Burke. We will introduce a few of our just released 2022 wines. Feel free to bring a picnic to enjoy with your wine. We’re open 12-5 both days, but reservations are required. Visit HTOwine.com to reserve your spot!

Lecavalier: New Viognier release. Meet the Winemaker! Michael Duarte will be here 1-4pm Saturday and Sunday to chat with guests. Live music on Saturday from 1-4 with a solo guitarist.

Lone Buffalo: At Lone Buffalo….Meet the winemaker and take a trip to Bordeaux with us and taste our newly released Sauvignon Blanc perfected with a French Kiss—“Savvy B”, a savvier Sauvignon Blanc—made using low intervention techniques of foot tread, natural yeast & aged in neutral French oak barrels. Shop special local makers pop-up Let Life Fly. Live Music Saturday with Tuna Can Juan and his trusty Washboard. WINE SALE: 15% DISCOUNT WITH PURCHASE OF ANY 2 BOTTLES. Food Trucks: Saturday – Chunky Chicken Latin BBQ, Sunday – Pancho Villa BBQ.

Mount Saint Joseph: A stop at our cozy Tasting Room will delight your palette. Enjoy a tasting flight including estate wines and our 2019 Malbec that is in its prime (95 pts. CA State Fair). Learn more about the Malbec varietal and savor a cheese bite curated to pair with this delicious wine. Buy two or more bottles of Malbec and receive a 15% discount. Food is available for separate purchase. Cheers and Bon Appetit!

Mt. Vernon Winery At 2:00 and 4:00 there will be a tour of our cave with a barrel tasting and a tour of the island.

PaZa: Celebrate Spring with a winner! Discover the award-winning taste of our 2021 Côtes du Placer, now a Silver Medalist at the prestigious San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition…the largest competition of North American Wines. Visit us during Sip into Spring and experience this celebrated vintage for yourself, learn just how competitive the SF Chronicle Wine Competition is, how this bottle got its name and more. Cheers to savoring the best! Food Truck: Gold Country Catering, Vendors: Mandala Moon, Wild Sierra Handmade and more.

Rancho Roble: Start your sip into spring journey on Saturday at Rancho Roble Vineyards where you will find sunshine, a food truck, live music from 1-4 and wonderful Barbera wine for you to enjoy! Several small businesses where you can also sip and shop! Furry friends welcome on a leash- and Kelly’s crepes and burgers are here for Sunday guests. www.ranchoroble.com

Rappé Family Vineyards: Vineyard Vibes -Spring is here, and it’s the perfect time to celebrate the release of our 2023 Sierra Foothills Barbera!, we look forward to sharing with you an afternoon of cozy vibes, excellent wine, and good company .• Taste the New Release: Be among the first to taste our 2023 Sierra Foothills Barbera, a wine that perfectly captures the heart of the Sierra Foothills with vibrant fruit, subtle spice, and a smooth finish.• Picnic at the Vineyard: Bring your favorite picnic treats, and we’ll help elevate the experience with the ideal wine pairings. Whether it’s cheese, charcuterie, or sweet treats, we’ve got the right wine for the occasion! • Indoor Vineyard Vibes: Relax as we bring the spirit of spring indoors with floral touches and cozy seating. Stay warm, enjoy the wine, and take in the peaceful vineyard ambiance! • Spring Photo Ops: Capture your special moments in our spring-themed photo booth area. It’s the perfect spot to snap a picture with friends and family to remember the day.

Secret Ravine Vineyards will highlight varietals that are steeped in character of the Loomis Basin. We will be featuring recent releases such as Petite Sirah, Nero de’Avola, Teroldego, all locally grown and processed here at the winery. Our vineyard and picnic area are located just outside the winery door.

Sip into Spring at Smokin’ Barrel Winery! Spring is here, and we’re celebrating in the best way—great wine, live music, delicious food, and local shopping! Join us for Sip into Spring, featuring our 2023 100% Grenache Rosé, better known as the Porch Pounder—a crisp, refreshing sip perfect for sunny days. Live music to set the perfect springtime vibe, tasty eats from local food trucks, spring shopping with local vendors. Come and sip, shop and soak in the sounds of spring with us!

Twin Rocks will have live music 1-4 Saturday and Sunday.

Vina Castellano: ¡Ole! Spring has sprung, and we’re turning up the heat at our “Sip Into Spring” Wine Trail event with a Latin twist! Grab your lucky Lotería card and test your fate—because every shout of “¡Lotería!” could mean a tasty wine discount. We’ll be pouring four fabulous Spanish varietals: the crisp and zesty Verdejo, the flirty and fun Rosado, the bold and sultry Tempranillo, and the infamous La Borracha—because every great fiesta needs a troublemaker! And what pairs better with wine than tacos? Maria’s Mexican Tacos will bring the flavor on March 29th, while Messy’s Tacos will keep the party going on March 30th. Come thirsty, come hungry, and get ready to sip, savor, and shout “¡Salud!”

Wise Villa: Sip Into Spring with Wise Villa Winery- Come and enjoy 3 varieties that make up our award winning Bouquet of Roses. Sip on Syrah, Zinfandel and Pinot Noir and finish with the delicious new 2024 Bouquet of Roses (special edition release). Live music will be playing both Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 PM. While you sip, listen to live music on the patio and enjoy the new spring restaurant menu release. We will also have a chic pop-up local jeweler creating custom-fit, clasp-free bracelets, anklets, and necklaces! We look forward to seeing you!