We typically start with a bubbly reception in our Vintage Room, welcoming our guests with passed hors d’oeurves and conversation, then advance to the State Room for a formal fine dining experience with casual presentations by our guest vintner. Our chef and wine team collaborate to create a multi-course meal complementing the array of wines selected for the evening.
Chandlers Wine Maker Dinners – Featuring Boise Idaho Wineries and Beyond
IDAHO’S WOMEN OF WINE
Winemaker Dinners – Two Nights!
Monday, June 10th -and- Tuesday, June 11th, 2024
6:30PM – RECEPTION
7:00PM – DINNER
(same menu both nights)
Please join us for a special evening highlighting four of the state’s talented women winemakers – two each night – and enjoy a special five-course menu highlighting Idaho ingredients to pair perfectly with these ladies’ libations.
Cost is $135 includes tax and gratuity
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Monday, June 10th
Leslie Preston, Coiled Wines
Maggie Van Weele, Telaya Wine Company
Tuesday, June 11th
Meredith Smith, Sawtooth + St. Chapelle
Hailey Minder, 3100 Cellars
This is a ticketed event and seating is limited.
Sorry, there are no refunds, however tickets may be transferred to other guests.
SLEIGHT OF HAND CELLARS WINEMAKER DINNER
Monday, April 24th
6:30PM – RECEPTION
7:00PM – DINNER
Join us in welcoming Sleight of Hand winemaker, Trey Busch for an evening of serious wines without the serious attitudes! This Walla Walla winery is known for making world class wines while having the most fun legally possible. Their love of great wines is only matched by their love of great music as anyone who has visited their tasting rooms know.
It’s sure to be not only a fun, but delicious night as our chefs and sommeliers have created a noteworthy five-course menu sure to harmonize with the Sleight of Hand lineup.
Cost is $175 per person (includes tax & gratuity)
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Past Winemaker Dinner Events
Wines of Spain with Gil Family Estates and Félix Jiménez
June 13, 2022
Join us on an odyssey of Spanish wine as we traverse six regions, accompanied by special guest and U.S. ambassador of Gil Family Estates, Félix Jiménez! This family-owned company founded in 1916 by Juan Gil Jiménez, focuses on indigenous terroir-driven wines of outstanding value. A common emphasis on quality and tradition unites the diverse origins of their collection.
Anticipate a night of delectable flavors as our chefs and sommeliers curate a remarkable five-course menu to harmonize seamlessly with the lineup.
Jackson Family Gems Wine Dinner
June 13, 2022
Join us for an enchanting exploration of West Coast wines, guided by the esteemed Master Sommelier, Michael Jordan. This exclusive event will showcase meticulously selected offerings from the prestigious Jackson Family Wines Collection. Prepare for a delightfully harmonized five-course menu composed by our talented chefs, promising an evening of exquisitely unique culinary pairings.
Idaho's Women of Wine
June 13, 2022
Please join us for a special evening highlighting four of the state’s talented women winemakers and enjoy a special five-course menu highlighting Idaho ingredients to pair perfectly with these ladies’ libations.
Sleight of Hand Cellars
April 24, 2023
We welcomed Sleight of Hand winemaker, Trey Busch for an evening of serious wines without the serious attitudes! This Walla Walla winery is known for making world class wines while having the most fun legally possible. Their love of great wines is only matched by their love of great music as anyone who has visited their tasting rooms know. It was not only a fun, but delicious night as our chefs and sommeliers created a noteworthy five-course menu to harmonize with the Sleight of Hand lineup.
Marimar Estate Vineyards & Winery
January 23, 2023
Family pride and integrity have enabled Marimar Torres to blend centuries-old traditions with the latest innovations to produce outstanding wines known the world over. With roots in Spanish winemaking, emphasis on the vineyard is a natural concept for Marimar, and her wines, made entirely from estate-grown grapes, truly express their unique terroir.
We are excited to welcome her daughter, Christina Torres, for one special night of exciting wines from this California producer paired with a five-course menu to highlight the Marimar lineup.
Revelry Vintners
August 1-2, 2022
We are excited to announce two special evenings with Walla Walla winemaker Jared Burns. Revelry Vintners offers a complete lineup of wines from their single-vineyard Aerials series, to the Range line dedicated to their love for Rhone varieties, to the Columbia Valley Collection where it all began back in 2005. It’s sure to be a delicious night as Chef Luis creates a special five-course menu to complement and highlight the amazing Revelry lineup.
Idaho Wine Month with Telaya
June 27-28, 2022
Join us as we celebrate Idaho Wine Month with Carrie and Earl Sullivan. The five-course menu highlights Idaho ingredients and has been specially designed to pair with the wines from Telaya.
Idaho's Women of Wine
June 13, 2022
Please join us for a special evening highlighting four of the state’s talented women winemakers and enjoy a special five-course menu highlighting Idaho ingredients to pair perfectly with these ladies’ libations.
Devona Winemaker Dinner
March 14-15, 2022
We had two special evenings with Devona winemaker John Abbott. This Walla Walla winery has deep roots with more than 25 years of winemaking, emphasizing Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot.
Chef Chris created a special five-course menu to complement and highlight Devona’s lineup – it was a memorable experience!
Idaho Wine Month with Telaya
June 29, 2021
Join us as we celebrate Idaho Wine Month with Carrie and Earl Sullivan. The five-course menu highlights Idaho ingredients and has been specially designed to pair with the wines from Telaya.
Idaho's Women of Wine
June 21, 2021
Please join us for a special evening highlighting three of the state’s talented women winemakers. Executive Chef, Mike Large, has created a five-course menu highlighting Idaho ingredients to pair perfectly with these ladies’ libations.
Penfold's Winemaker Dinner
January 20, 2020
You are invited to a very special evening with Penfold’s brand ambassador, Zoe Warrington.
We have an exceptional lineup, including Grange, paired with a five-course menu created specifically to highlight the wines from this classic Australian producer.
Dunham Memorial Winemaker Dinner
October 21, 2019
A special evening in celebration of Eric Dunham featured Joanne Dunham, Trey Busch of Sleight of Hand and Justin Wiley of Va Piano.
A five-course menu created specifically to highlight the wines of these Walla Walla winemakers was served.
Soter Vineyards
August 6, 2019
A special evening of conversation and wine with winemaker Chris Fladwood of Soter Vineyards. This winery, in the Willamette region of Oregon, is especially known for their Pinot Noirs but we poured a lineup that showcased their Chardonnay, Rosé and a very special bottling of Tony Soter’s latest vintage from Napa Valley.
A special five-course menu created specifically to highlight the nuances of these wines was served.
Celebrating Idaho Wine Month
June 2019
This month-long series of winemaker dinners highlighted wineries in Idaho. Each evening included a special guest from the winery along with a five-course dinner featuring Idaho producers and ingredients.
– June 3rd – 3 Split Rail Winery
– June 10th – Huston Vineyards
– June 25th – Telaya Wine Co.
Revana, Alexana and Corazon del Sol
April 22, 2019
A special evening of conversation and wine with Director of Education and Advanced Sommelier, Jeff Lewis, explored these three estates that have gained a reputation for producing highly-rated, and sought after, small-production wines.
K Vintners
February 25, 2019
A special evening of conversation and wine with Brennon Leighton, Director of Winemaking and Viticulture Wines for all Charles Smith brands, including Wines of Substance. Leighton is considered to be one of the best winemakers in the state of Washington by wine critics and connoisseurs alike.
Southern Starz Wine Imports
October 2, 2018
A special evening of conversation and wine with John Gorman of Southern Starz Wine Imports. They are turning the wine world upside down with their Southern hemisphere portfolio. Guests enjoyed a special five-course menu created specifically to highlight these wines from Argentina, Australia, Chile, New Zealand and South Africa.
Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant
August 20, 2018
At this exclusive evening with Aaron Underwood we explored French wines from the premium portfolio of Kermit Lynch. Chef Luis created a special five-course dinner pairing with and complimenting these special wines.
Celebrating 2018 Idaho Wine Month
June 2018
This month-long series of winemaker dinners highlighted wineries in Idaho. Each evening included a special guest from the winery along with a five-course dinner featuring Idaho producers and ingredients.
– June 4th – 3 Horse Ranch
– June 11th – Koenig Vineyards
– June 18th – Telaya Wine Co
– June 25th – Split Rail Winery
Cristom Vineyards
May 14, 2018
This was an evening of exceptional Pinot Noirs with Steve Doerner, winemaker of Cristom Vineyards. Located in the Eola-Amity Hills wine region of the Willamette Valley, Cristom is recognized as one of the most popular wines in America’s top restaurants by Wine & Spirit Magazine. A special five-course menu created specifically to highlight the special wines of this Oregon producer was served.
Grand Master Sommeliers
March 13, 2018
This was an extraordinary evening of conversation and wine with Grand Master Sommeliers, Fred Dame and Jay Fletcher. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with wines from The Somm Foundation’s Private Cellar accompanying a special five-course menu.
Glenmorangie Signet
November 6, 2017
This evening featured a four-course menu paired with Glenmorangie Scotch. Each guest was fortunate enough to take home their own bottle of Glenmorangie Signet.
Bodega Noemia de Patagonia
October 23, 2018
A special evening of conversation and wine with Eduardo Piccolo Antonini, winemaker of Bodega Noemia de Patagonia, Argentina. Their wines are traditionally made with an exceptional attention to detail. A special five-course menu created specifically to highlight the wines of this Argentinian producer was served.
Tour de France
July 26, 2017
We took our own Tour de France with the help of Brandon Wright of Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant. A five-course menu was expertly paired by our team of chefs and sommeliers, and served throughout the evening.
Master Sommelier
June 29, 2017
his was a special evening with Master Sommelier, Greg Harrington, founder and winemaker for Gramercy Cellars in Walla Walla. Greg taught the tricks of the trade in this exclusive wine education class focused on blind taste testing and sensory. The special night showcased wines from around the world, including a few from Gramercy Cellars, and helped everyone become a master of their own palates.
Celebrating 2017 Idaho Wine Month
June 2017
This month-long series of winemaker dinners highlighted wineries in Idaho. Each evening included a special guest from the winery along with a five-course dinner featuring Idaho producers and ingredients.
– June 5th – 3 Horse Ranch
– June 12th – Koenig Vineywards
– June 19th – Telaya
– June 26th – Huston Vineyards
Gramercy Cellars
September 28, 2016
This was a special evening of conversation and wine with Master Sommelier Greg Harrington, founder and winemaker of Gramercy Cellars in Walla Walla.
Celebrating 2016 Idaho Wine Month
June 2016
This was series of winemaker dinners highlighted Idaho wineries. Each evening included a special guest from the winery along with a five-course dinner featuring Idaho producers and ingredients.
– June 7th – 3 Horse Ranch
– June 14th – Huston Vineyards
– June 21st – Vale & Hat Ranch
– June 28th – Telaya
Ramey Cellars
April 12, 2016
“David Ramey is one of California’s best and most respected
winemakers.” STEPHEN BROOK, DECANTER, MARCH 2015
This special evening of conversation and education with David Fischer of Ramey Cellars, featured a five-course menu created specifically to highlight the wines of this California producer.
Leonetti & Figgins
March 24, 2016
The five-course dinner was created specifically to highlight the ultra premium wines from these award-winning Walla Walla wineries. This was an exclusive opportunity to purchase these highly allocated wines at a discounted retail price to stock your cellar.
Damilano
February 9, 2016
This special five course dinner was created specifically to highlight the wonderful wines from this award-winning winery in Piedmont, Italy. We had a special evening with Chris Zimmerman of Damilano sharing his wines with us.
Duckhorn
November 10, 2015
Enjoy a five-course dinner created specifically to complement a special selection from Duckhorn’s finest premium collection and be one of the first in the state to taste the new 2013 Canvasback Red Mountain Cabernet as part of this special evening with winemaker Brian Ruden.
Celebrating Idaho Wines
June 23, 2015
We’re celebrating Idaho Wine Month this June with a special Wine Pairing Dinner featuring Split Rail and Three Horse Ranch Vineyards.
EFESTE
June 1, 2015
We hope you were able to join us and EFESTÉ winemaker, Peter Devison, for this special five-course dinner created specifically to highlight the wonderful wines from this award-winning Washington winery.
Dunham Cellars
February 2, 2015
An evening celebrating and remembering the winemaker of this landmark Walla Walla winery, Eric Dunham.
Owen Roe
June 23, 2014Event Photos
Please join us for a special evening with owner & winemaker David O’Reilly of Owen Roe Winery.
Calera
November 18, 2013
Join us for this most special evening with the “Pinot Pioneer” Josh Jensen of Calera (“Winery of the Year” from Wine & Sprits Magazine, ’11, ’12, ’13).
3 Horse Ranch
June 11, 2013Event Photos
Please join us for special evening with Gary and Martha Cunningham of 3 Horse Ranch Vineyards.
Walla Walla Wineries
November 14, 2012Event Photos
Join us for an evening with Walla Walla Wineries and special guests Jean-Francois Pellet and Trey Busch.
