A Celebration of Wind-Swept Wines, Local Terroir, and the Spirit of the Petaluma Gap
June 16, 2026 (Petaluma, CA) — The Petaluma Gap Winegrowers Alliance invites wine lovers to experience the return of the Petaluma Gap Wind to Wine Festival on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the stunning Gambonini Family Ranch in the heart of the Petaluma Gap American Viticultural Area (AVA).
Set against the backdrop of the ranch’s beautifully restored historic hay barn — once part of a working dairy ranch and now transformed into an elegant luxury event venue — the festival will showcase more than 20 acclaimed Petaluma Gap wineries pouring wines grown in one of California’s most distinctive wine regions. Guests will enjoy an afternoon of:
- Unlimited wine tastings from premier Petaluma Gap producers
- Artisan cheese and charcuterie pairings
- Live music performed during the event
- Spectacular vineyard and ranch views
- An immersive celebration of the region’s signature coastal wines and agricultural heritage
Known for its powerful coastal winds, dramatic temperature shifts, and extended growing season, the Petaluma Gap AVA produces wines of exceptional balance, structure, and complexity. The Wind to Wine Festival offers attendees the opportunity to taste firsthand how the region’s famed maritime influence shapes every bottle.
“This festival captures everything that makes the Petaluma Gap special — the wind, the land, the farming families, and the extraordinary wines,” said Heidi Bridenhagen, President of the Board of Directors. “Hosting the event at Gambonini Family Ranch adds another layer of authenticity and history to the experience.” The Wind to Wine Festival will bring together winemakers, growers, food artisans, and wine enthusiasts for three hours of tasting and celebration in one of Sonoma County’s most scenic and historic settings.
Event Details
Petaluma Gap Wind to Wine Festival
Saturday, October 17, 2026
1:00 – 4:00 PM
Tickets: $75 – General Admission; VIP – $95
Gambonini Family Ranch
7149 Lakeville Highway, Petaluma CA 94954
The initial list of participating wineries includes Blue Farm, Cline Family Cellars, Lombardi Wines, MacRostie Winery, Montagne Russe Wines, Sangiacomo Family Wines, Schug Winery, Thirty-Seven Wines, and Toje Wines. Winery registration closes on August 31. Visit our website for tickets and information.
Kick off the weekend festivities with Sonoma County Vintners’ Pour + Explore: Petaluma Gap and West Sonoma Coast AVAs on Friday, October 16, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Adobe Road Winery’s spectacular new riverfront tasting room in downtown Petaluma. The walk-around tasting will feature a collection of Petaluma Gap and West Sonoma Coast wineries pouring acclaimed cool-climate wines, accompanied by delicious bites and a lively atmosphere, offering guests the perfect prelude to Saturday’s Wind to Wine Festival. Together, the two events offer wine lovers the perfect opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable weekend immersed in the wines, landscapes and hospitality of Sonoma County. More details and tickets will be available soon at sonomawine.com/pour-explore/.
About the Petaluma Gap
The Petaluma Gap AVA is America’s only wine region defined by wind. Located between the Pacific Ocean and San Pablo Bay, the AVA’s cooling maritime influence produces distinctive, world-class Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, and other cool-climate varietals celebrated for their vibrant acidity, elegance, and complexity.
