Pinot Noir Blind Tasting Masterclass

• Blue Farm
• Boars’ View
• Innumero
• Marchelle
• Open Claim
• Papapietro- Perry
• Samsara
• Sangiacomo
• Wentworth

1/30, 10am-noon, Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
$135 (all inclusive)

Garys’ Vineyard at 30: Two Families, One Vision, Three Decades of Greatness

Three decades ago, two childhood friends, Gary Franscioni and Gary Pisoni, planted a vineyard in Monterey County’s Santa Lucia Highlands that would become one of the most acclaimed sources of Pinot Noir in California. Today, Garys’ Vineyard is synonymous with intensity, elegance, and authenticity—a Santa Lucia Highlands hallmark.

Moderated by Mary Orlin, James Beard and Emmy Award-winning wine journalist and co-host of the wine podcast Sip, Sip, Hooray! She is a Certified Sommelier and WSET 3 with Merit. Currently Mary writes about wine for Edible East Bay. Most recently Mary was the wine writer for the San Jose Mercury News and  Edible Silicon Valley. Previously Mary created the James Beard and Emmy-award winning TV series In Wine Country, on NBC. She’s also been a judge for many wine competitions. Mary is a long time fan of the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA and has visited the region’s wineries and vineyards many times.  

This milestone seminar brings together the Franscioni and Pisoni families, along with the winemakers who have brought Garys’ fruit to life for over a generation. Join an intimate tasting experience featuring wines from:

🍷 Lucia Vineyards
🍷 ROAR Wines
🍷 Bernardus Winery
🍷 Capiaux Cellars
🍷 Clarice Wine Company
🍷 Kosta Browne
🍷 Miner Family Wines
🍷 Rombauer Vineyards
🍷 Siduri Wines

1/30, 1:30pm-3:00pm, Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
$135 (all inclusive)

Sangiacomo Wine Dinner

An evening of Sonoma heritage and Palm Springs hospitality awaits as Sangiacomo Family Wines returns to Passion 4 Pinot at The Steakhouse, Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs.

For enthusiasts, passionate wine collectors, and connoisseurs alike, this one-night-only dinner will be co-hosted by Steve Sangiacomo, Winemaker James MacPhail, surprise members of the Sangiacomo family, and your favorite team of Sangiacomo ambassadors from Sonoma, offering guests an opportunity to share the table, hear personal stories, and immerse themselves in the family’s legacy of farming and winemaking. With a loyal and enthusiastic community of friends and wine club members in Palm Springs, this evening promises to feel like a gathering among old friends.

To honor these wines, Executive Chef Brian Kenney has curated a multi-course menu that pairs seamlessly with each selection, transforming every course into a dialogue between vineyard and kitchen.

With extremely limited seating, this dinner offers an unforgettable celebration of family, hospitality, and the artistry of food and wine.

1/29, 6:00–8:30pm, The Steakhouse – Cascade Lounge, Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs
$195 (all inclusive)

The Garys’ Wine Dinner – ROAR, Pisoni & Lucia Wines

Celebrate the power of friendship, heritage, and world-class winemaking as the iconic Gary Franscioni and Gary Pisoni—the legendary “Garys’” of the Santa Lucia Highlands Garys’ Vineyard with sons Nick Franscioni and Mark Pisoni—host an unforgettable evening.

Revered for their acclaimed vineyards and labels, including ROAR, Pisoni, and Lucia these two visionaries have elevated California winemaking to global prestige. With unmatched knowledge and an endless repertoire of entertaining stories, “The Garys’” bring warmth, passion, and authenticity to every glass they pour.

To match their wines of distinction, Executive Chef Juan Morales, of The Steakhouse at Agua Caliente Casinos in Rancho Mirage, will present a multi-course dinner designed with precision and artistry. Chef Juan and his team have been awarded the Passion4Pinot “Best of the Best Chef Award” for three consecutive years. Chef Morales will craft a menu that pairs seamlessly with ROAR and Pisoni’s celebrated wines—ensuring a culinary experience as extraordinary as the wines themselves.

With limited space available, this exclusive evening offers more than just a dinner—it is an immersion into the legacy of “The Garys’” and the artistry of one of the region’s most acclaimed chefs.

For those who are passionate and want to learn more, collectors and connoisseurs alike, this onenight- only event promises world-class wine, impeccable cuisine, and unforgettable storytelling.

1/29, 6:00–8:30pm, The Steakhouse, Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage
$230 (all inclusive)

MacPhail Wines Dinner at Melvyn’s

Step into a world of wine heritage and culinary mastery at Melvyn’s at the Ingleside Estate, Palm Springs, as revered winemaker JAMES MacPHAIL unveils the relaunch of his iconic MacPhail Wines.

Known for his meticulous craftsmanship and highly regarded Pinot Noirs (Sangiacomo Wines, The Calling, Tongue Dancer Wines, etc.), MacPhail will guide guests through an exclusive tasting that spans vintages—from his exciting new 2024 release (pre-release tasting) to prized library and back-vintage treasures, all poured from large formats.

This rare comparative journey offers a glimpse into the evolution of a visionary winemaker’s artistry. The evening will be elevated by Chef de Cuisine EMILE SMITH who has designed a multi-course menu that perfectly complements the depth and nuance of MacPhail’s wines.

Chef Smith’s reputation for culinary excellence ensures a menu that is as thoughtful and refined as the wines it showcases.

With extremely limited seating, this is a one-night-only celebration of prestige, pairing, and place. For collectors, connoisseurs, and admirers of exceptional winemaking, the relaunch of MacPhail Wines at Melvyn’s offers a chance to savor history in the making.

1/30, 6:00–8:30pm, Melvyn’s at the Ingleside Estate, Palm Springs 
$175 (all inclusive)