September 14, 2017 |
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Raffaldini Vineyards
Celebrate All Things Italian with Us at Our Biggest Event of the Year!
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Vine to Wine Guests Experience Harvest at Raffaldini Vineyards
Last Friday under picture-perfect skies a group of Raffaldini patrons got the experience of a lifetime harvesting and processing fruit from our vineyards alongside Owner and Winemaker Jay Raffaldini and the rest of the winemaking team. The group harvested Sangiovese and Sagrantino and after lunch headed over to the winery to remove the Passito, or dehydrated fruit, from the Fruttaio (drying room) to begin the fermentation process. Then they refilled the racks with freshly-picked fruit ready to begin the Appassimento process. Click here to watch FOX 8 WGHP's coverage of Vine to Wine.
Saturday, September 16: 12th Annual Festa Italiana
Join food vendors, entertainers, artists and friends from across the Southeast for a celebration of all things Italian! Savor a selection of authentic Italian cuisine (scroll down for a list of food vendors) while you shop our vendors for the perfect local, handmade gift. Relax to our selection of live entertainment from musicians and visual artists.
Day of Admission $20 Pre-sale Admission Admission is available day-of. The weather for Saturday looks perfect, but the Festa will be held rain or shine. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Please no coolers, outside alcohol, tents, or pets.
Wine Club Members: Refer a Friend in September In Support of North Carolina Wine Month, Raffaldini Vineyards is proud to announce the inaugural Wine Club Referral Program
Calling All Wine Club Members - invite your friends and family to join in a day of wine tasting and relaxation at Villa Raffaldini in September. For every new wine club member that is referred, both parties will be entered into a raffle to win tickets to our Assemblaggio! Grande Riserva Blending Trials in November.
Saturday, October 7 - Barrel Tasting with the Winemaker
Enjoy a rare opportunity to sample wines from our cellar straight out of the barrel with Owner and Winemaker Jay Raffaldini. This intimate, wine-focused event is limited to the the first 36 wine club members to RSVP. Be one of the first to sample these exciting new vintages.
Sunday, October 22 - Take a Hike! With Jay Raffaldini
Join Owner and Winemaker Jay Raffaldini and long time NC resident and outdoorsman Steve Nelson, as they show you the way through the Raffaldini woods and vineyards. Wear sensible walking shoes and prepare yourself for a moderate 90 minute hike followed by a hearty luncheon which of course includes wine! During the hike, Jay will share details of the vineyard and Steve will share his love of the woods. Ticket includes a guided hike, lunch and two glasses of wine.
Sunday, October 28 - Sagra Delle Salsicce | Sausage Grilling Luncheon at the Winery
Enjoy a traditional Italian-style afternoon of food and wine as we grill salsicce (sausages), drink wine at the winery. This event is hosted by Owner and Winemaker Jay Raffaldini and is sure to be a relaxed and enjoyable Saturday afternoon. Ticket price is $40 plus tax per person and includes admission to event, grilled sausage lunch and assorted sides, and two glasses of Raffaldini wines.
