March 11, 2026 (Healdsburg, CA) — In honor of Women’s History Month, Breathless Sparkling Wines co-founder Sharon Cohn has assembled a dynamic group of female leaders for “Breathless Women’s History Celebration Sundays” a speaker and luncheon series which continues every Sunday in March at the Breathless Winery Sparkling Garden in Healdsburg.
Located in Sonoma County, the birthplace of the “Women’s History” movement, the continuing series highlights women leaders who are shaping the future of wine, technology, community and advocacy, reflecting the 2026 Women’s History Month theme, “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future.”
“Breathless was founded by women, built by women and inspired by women,” Cohn said. “This series is about celebrating the leaders who are moving our industries and communities forward while creating space for meaningful conversations over great wine.”
Each Breathless Wines Sparkling Garden Luncheon features a speaker, luncheon prepared by Chef Beryl Adler of Acorn Café, and sparkling wine pairings from Breathless. Remaining topics are focused upon modern female leadership in wine, technology and social justice. Tickets to all events are on sale now and begin at $75 per person, including a welcome glass of sparkling wine, a full lunch with three additional paired wines.
March 15 — Christy Serrato — Technology and Innovation in Wine
Christy Serrato is founder and CEO of PairAnything, an artificial intelligence-powered wine technology platform designed to connect wineries, retailers and consumers through personalized pairing recommendations. Serrato also serves as an Entrepreneur in Residence for FourthWave, mentoring emerging leaders and promoting inclusivity and innovation within the wine industry.
March 22 — Penny Gadd-Coster — A Trailblazer in Sparkling Wine
Penny Gadd-Coster, founding winemaker for Breathless Sparkling Wines, began her career in 1986 at Jordan Vineyard & Winery and later helped establish J Vineyards & Winery’s sparkling wine program. She joined Rack & Riddle Custom Wine Services in 2007 and was named Winemaker of the Year in both 2013 and 2024 recognizing her significant contributions to the sparkling wine industry.
March 29 — Marcy Flores— Community Leadership and Advocacy
Marcy Flores is executive director of Corazón Healdsburg, a nonprofit focused on cultural education, advocacy and community empowerment. A Geyserville native and daughter of Mexican immigrants, Flores leads initiatives that strengthen community engagement and amplify diverse voices across Sonoma County.
Breathless has partnered with Chef Beryl Adler of Acorn Café, the beloved culinary destination on Healdsburg’s historic Plaza, to craft an elegant luncheon menu inspired by the timeless tradition of afternoon tea. Each offering will feature a thoughtful array of delicate tea sandwiches, vibrant seasonal salads, freshly-baked French macarons and handcrafted chocolate truffles. Guests will also have the opportunity to enjoy additional sparkling selections from the Breathless Wines portfolio, showcasing the winery’s award-winning, limited-production wines and underscoring its reputation for exceptional quality and artistry in sparkling wine.
“We wanted to create a space where women who are making a difference can share their stories and inspire others,” Cohn added. “It’s about lifting each other up while celebrating the incredible work being done across our region.”
The 2026 National Women’s History Alliance’s 2026 theme which highlights women rebuilding systems to ensure long-term sustainability and equity, is aligned with the mission of Breathless Wines. These objectives include honoring women’s achievements, educating and inspiring future leaders, fostering connections and envisioning a future where women’s leadership helps drive a thriving society and planet.
Breathless Wines is a boutique, family winery founded in 2012 and owned by sisters Sharon Cohn, Rebecca Faust and Cynthia Faust, that specializes in producing méthode champenoise sparkling wines in Healdsburg, California. Sparked by the love of these three sisters, and in memory of their late mother Martha Jane, Breathless encompasses the passion for life that their mother passed down to them. Their award-winning and critically-acclaimed wines made by winemaker Penny Gadd-Coster are created to pair well with life’s special moments. The sisters, born and raised in Sonoma County, carry on a deeply embedded social and philanthropic mission of celebrating life, family and community.
Breathless Sparkling Wines is located at 499 Moore Lane, Healdsburg, California. For more information and reservations visit BreathlessWines.com.
