Events Calendar

There are nearly as many ways to enjoy our Chateau and its surroundings as there are days in the year. Whether we’re celebrating our latest release, a national holiday, or the magic of the season, this is the place to be.


	Friday, February 17 Valentine’s Club Dinner Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Join us in a very intimate setting as we gather around one giant table following a wine reception in front of a warm fire in the Chateau Reserve Room. Each course will be paired with some of our recent releases. Seating is extremely limited and already filling up. This is also a fun preview of the Presidents’ Day Cellar Sale on the same weekend. Call 800-543-7572 for reservations. $150/member

	Saturday & Sunday, February 18 & 19 Presidents’ Day Weekend Cellar Sale Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. both days Saturday 9 - 11 a.m. is club member only If you are looking for extreme values from your favorite winery, don't miss a great opportunity to stock up. Many great wines from past vintages and from large bottles will be up for grab. This is the last of many of these wines, so come early for the best selection. Members get first pick access 9 – 11am Saturday! Entry is free. Visitor Center tasting is $15/person, $25/Reserve Wine Tasting ($10/Club St. Jean Members)

	Saturday & Sunday, March 17 & 18 22nd Annual Savor Sonoma Valley – Barrel Tasting Time: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Join over 20 Wineries as they showcase 2011 vintage wines straight from the barrels, sample new releases, and offer award-winning wines paired perfectly with culinary creations prepared by local chefs and restaurants. Meet wine-makers, mingle with wine lovers behind-the-scenes, peruse art from local artists and listen to live music. Experience the best that Sonoma Valley has to offer. $65/weekend pass. Visit www.heartofsonomavalley.com to purchase tickets.

	Saturday & Sunday, April 28 & 29 Big Bottle Sale – In time for graduations and Father’s Day! Time: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Visit Chateau St. Jean and shop our grand selection of current and library wines. Save on all large formats including our newly released Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot Reserve. We have large bottles of all sizes ideal for special occasions and family gatherings. We also offer a wide selection of gourmet picnic items and other unique wine country gifts. Free entry, $15/person, $25/Reserve Wine Tasting ($10/Club St. Jean Members)

	Friday, May 11 Fête De La Fleur Dinner – Fête Weekend preview Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Flowers everywhere! Following a festive reception in our beautiful gardens, an amazing food and wine affair will awaken your senses. Some of our finest reserves will be paired with a splendid 4-course dinner. Call (800) 543-7572 for reservations. $150/member, $175 non-member

	Saturday, May 12 Annual Reserve Merlot Vertical Tasting – Club member only event Time: 11:00 a.m. Along with the “Celebration of the Flower”, we also celebrate the arrival of our legendary Reserve Merlot with a vertical tasting event worthy of the most discriminating wine lover! We’ll be tasting the new 2007 vintage along with 5 other vintages of this amazing Merlot. Seating is limited. Ticket price includes entry to the Fête De La Fleur Saturday event. $60/member. $75/non-member. Call (800)543-7572 for reservations.

	Saturday & Sunday, May 12 & 13 Fête De La Fleur – Celebration of the Flower! Time: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. This Bordeaux tradition has become ours. Enjoy a wonderful stroll in our splendid gardens in full bloom, sample our delicious clarets and fine hors d’oeuvres. Our winery exclusive Reserve Malbec and Estate Viognier will be highlighting this annual event; terroir tours will also be offered to reveal some of Chateau St. Jean’s secrets… Entry is $20/club member, $25/non-club; includes a logo glass.

	Saturday & Sunday, May 26 & 27 Memorial Day Weekend Open House – New releases! Time: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Memorial Day brings one of our favorite Open House events of the year. Along with many exciting new wine releases, we are offering a relaxed feel in a sumptuous decor. You’ll agree with us when we say: “A visit to St. Jean is like a restorative stay in the French countryside.” Come experience the good life! Free entry, $15/person, $25/Reserve Wine Tasting ($10/Club St. Jean Members)

	Sunday, June 24 Annual Club Picnic Time: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Our Annual Club Picnic is always a hit because of you, our valued Club Members! Join us on the first Sunday of summer for a delectable BBQ and generous pours of winery favorites. Bring your friends – if they sign up for Club St. Jean, you’ll receive a complimentary bottle of wine with your ticket purchase. $60 per person. RSVP at (800) 543-7572