2010 – Mercer Estates Events
May, 2010
May- September, Fridays 5-7pm- Sip N Stroll
Each Friday participating wineries offer different specials and activities: Wine by the glass, food to happy hour specials, winery tours and more! Best of all, turn in your completed punched stroll card to any of the participating wineries and you will be eligible for a grand prize drawing. The more you stroll the more chances you have at being chosen in the drawing!
Participating wineries include: Snoqualmie Winery, Desert Wind Winery, The Hogue Cellars, Heaven's Cave Cellars, Alexandria Nicole Cellars, Cowan Vineyards, Kestrel Vintners, and Mercer Estates.
June, 2010
June 5th-6th, 2010- Mercer Estates 'Blanc Party'
Come and enjoy this celebration of Spring with our 2008 Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Riesling. We've partnered with Bonefish Grill to create outstanding pairings that will inspire your spring and keep you sipping through summer. $10 to the public, includes wine and food pairings. Carma Club Member +1 guest are welcome to taste and enjoy this event, free of charge. June 5th-6th, 10am-5pm.
June 18th, 2010- Winemaker Dinner
Mercer Estates has joined up with Swiftwater Cellars, Pepper Bridge Winery and Chef Brad Patterson of Gasperetti's Restaurant for a fabulous Winemaker Dinner on Friday, June 18th from 7-10pm. All wine and food lovers are invited to join in the Wine Country Celebration and taste the creations of wine country's most talented vintners and chef's who believe in choosing ingredients harvested in our great state. Order tickets online at http://www.winecountrywashington.org/celebration/ or call 206-285-0514.
June 24th-27th, 2010- Telluride Wine Festival
Telluride's annual Wine Festival includes a long weekend of winemakers' lunchoens and dinners, cooking demonstrations, auctions and seminars. Mercer Estates will be one of the many wineries in attendance; as well as, wine experts, sommeliers and chefs. Go to www.telluridewinefestival.com for more information.
June 26th, 2010- Sunshine & Wine
The Sunshine & Wine Festival is a casual event that will include tasting award winning Washington wines from the 2010 competition wineries, gourmet food, bottle auction, silent auction, and entertainment. This event is held at the Yakima Fair Grounds from 1:00pm-5:00pm. Go to www.sunshineandwine.com for more information.
June 26th, 2010- Revelry on Red Mountain
Auction of Washington Wines presents Revelry on Red Mountain at Col Solare Winery. Event takes place Saturday, June 26th, 2010 from 6:00pm-9:30pm. Come meet the winemakers and taste wines from 20 distinguished Washington wineries; enjoy exceptional cuisine from Picazo 7Seventeen and bid on the exciting items offered in the Silent Auction! Proceeds benefits uncompensated care at Seattle Children's Hospital and the Washington Wine Education Foundation. Tickets are on sale now- $95 per person. Order tickets online at www.auctionofwashingtonwines.org
July, 2010
July 11th-13th, 2010- Riesling Rendezvous
Mercer Estates will be participating in this year's Riesling Rendezvous, July 11th, 12th and 13th. This event brings together leading experts and producers to explore the versatility of Rieslings from around the world. Held at Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery, Woodinville, WA. For more information visit Chateau Ste Michelle's website.
July 17, 2010- Prosser Art Walk & Wine Gala
The 7th Annual Art Walk and Wine Gala features artists from all over the Pacific Northwest. The warm summer evening is the perfect setting as 20 local wineries offer their latest vintages. Area food vendors provide the fare as live jazz music fills the air. Tickets for the art walk are on sale online at www.tourprosser.com or by calling the Chamber of Commerce at (800) 408-1517. Tickets are $15 for adults and are limited to the first 600 sold.
July 22th-24th, 2010- Sun Valley Center Wine Auction
Join us at the Sun Valley's 2010 Wine Auction. Each year the Sun Valley Center holds the Wine Auction to raise funds to support its educational arts programming and community outreach. The Wine Auction weekend includes: the wine auction gala, vintner dinners in private homes, wine symposiums, a hosted wine picnic on a golf course, and a tasting that includes wines from over 120 wineries. See www.sunvalleycenter.org for more information.
July 30th-31st, 2010- Suncadia "Wine in the Pines" Festival
Mercer Estates will be featured in the 3rd annual Suncadia "Wine in the Pines" Wine and Food Festival. Suncadia will host 40 premier wineries, who will donate and pour their wines at the event. The scheduled events are Lodge Reception, Preview Event/Crab Feed, Wine Workshops, Swiftwater Cellars Tours, Grand Gala Tasting and Winemakers Dinner/Auction to benefit Ed Foundation.
August, 2010
August 7th, 2010- Carma Club Release Party
On August 7th from 6-9pm, join us on the patio for a down home gathering. Enjoy crisp 2008 whites, perfect for the summer season and fresh summer produce. Revisit the 2007 Syrah, compare it with the brand new 2008 Syrah. In addition to great wines, we have partnered with a new friend, local purveyor goodness, Peach. Pairing up some delightful BBQ ribs and to DIE for summer cobblers. It's mouth watering, from scratch, perfection! Click here if you are interested in joining the Carma Club.
August 7th, 2010- Gig Harbor Wine & Food Festival
Gig Harbor presents a new signature event, located on the historic waterfront in the beautiful maritime community. This inaugural destination event, showcasing the talents of Top Chef – Season 5 Fan Favorite, Fabio Viviani as well as the nation’s finest wine producers, chefs and culinary personalities will take place on the grounds of the new Harbor History Museum. It promises to be a remarkable wine and food experience. A celebration of “the good life.” For more information visit www.harborwineandfoodfest.com
August 14th, 2010- Prosser Wine and Food Fair
Nearly 3500 wine enthusiasts gather for an afternoon of fine wine and local food specialties with local bands to entertain you all day as you sample wine from 30 Washington wineries, food from 20 local food vendors and beer from 2 local breweries. This event is put on by the Prosser Chamber; tickets are $20 per sale and $25 day of event. Go to www.prosserchamber.org for more information.
August 14th, 2010- Kitsap Wine Festival
The second annual Kitsap Wine Festival at Harborside Fountain Park is a celebration of food and wine on Bremerton’s scenic waterfront, benefiting Harrison Medical Center Foundation. Guests will enjoy a walk-around event featuring wine tasting from more than thirty Northwest wineries. Live music, waterfront vistas, food and wine combine with the beautiful Harborside Fountain Park venue to create the perfect summertime atmosphere and experience. Tickets are $50 per person and available for purchase at Kitsap Conference Center or online.
August 14th, 2010- Festival at Sandpoint
The Festival at Sandpoint celebrates its 28th annual summer concert series, August 5-15, with eight nights of eclectic music under the stars, on the shores of Lake Pend Oreille, in Sandpoint, Idaho. Mercer Estates will be featured on August 14th, stop by their booth and taste the latest vintages. For more information on the Festival at Sandpoint visit www.festivalatsandpoint.com
August 19th-21st, 2010- Auction of Washington Wines
Auction of Washington Wines is a must attend Washington wine weekend of the summer. There are various events to participate in such as, the Barrel Auction & Picnic with the Winemakers, Winemaker Dinners, Covey Run 10K Race & 5K Run/Walk, and the Gala Auction. For more details visit, http://www.auctionofwashingtonwines.org/
Mercer Estate Tasting Room Hours, March - Dec:
Wednesday - Sunday, 10am-5pm
Make it a 'Wine Experience': Mercer Estates for Special Events
Do you love wine? Do you love to share that appreciation with your family, friends and colleagues? Imagine hosting your special occasion in a state-of-the-art winery, where beauty and warmth envelope yor guests from the moment they step inside our spacious, contemporary facility. Make your celebration one-of-a-kind with wine experiences such as hosted tastings, private tours and discussions on sustainable wine-making practices. These are just a few of the reasons to choose Mercer Estates as the venue for your next small business or social occasion. Every event is unique and the size of your group, timing and other requirements will be considered in putting together a package to meet all parties objectives and budgets. We would be delighted to provide a full tour of our winery and discuss how we can help you host a memorable occasion. By giving you the opportunity to select your own catering, entertainment, florist, etc., Mercer Estates can focus on providing you and your guests a unique winery and tasting experience. This also helps ensure that the occasion is tailored to suit your needs. We are happy to recommend local businesses to provide these additional services. Please contact Jenna Hannan to arrange for an appointment: 509.786.2097 ext 106, jennah@mercerestates.com
