The Cookout At The Vineyard In Napa Valley!

NAPA, Calif. - EntSun -- Get ready, Napa! The Cookout at the Vineyard brings an unforgettable, three-day celebration to the heart of wine country - Napa Valley, CA – June 19-21, 2025. This one-of-a-kind event will feature exclusive wine pairings, mouthwatering cuisine, live music, and cultural experiences that showcase the best of Napa and beyond.

With its breathtaking vineyard setting and carefully curated programming, The Cookout at the Vineyard promises to be a highlight of the summer season. The event will kick off with a Thursday evening Unwine 101, hosted by Ken Plush, a 2024 Wine Enthusiast Future 40 Tastemaker, featuring wines from South Africa in partnership with Peter from Culture Wine Co., paired with dishes from local cultural food truck Cooked by Gio, and set to the backdrop of a live DJ, Mara Hruby.

Friday night's Block Party in Downtown Napa will create a vibrant space for locals and visitors to unite. It features local wine activations, including Jackson Family Wines, Old Hill Bourbon, and more, as well as BBQ by James Beard Semifinalist Chef Darryl Bell from Stateline Road Smokehouse and live entertainment from DJ Swang.

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The weekend will culminate on Saturday with the Flagship Event at Louis M. Martini Winery, an exclusive field trip up valley where guests will indulge in world-class wines featuring Brown Estate, Mural City Cellars, William Chris, Kabayan Wines, Massican, and more! This culinary-filled day starts with our Chef Wine and Food Pairing featuring Top Chef Season 18 Chef Nelson German, Soulfood Cook Off Chef Tirzah Love, and Silver Oak's Executive Chef Shawn Ramsden, showcasing curated bites. As our guests enjoy the atmosphere filled with music by Band Hayez out of Oakland, James Beard Semifinalist Chef Matt Horn of Horn BBQ in Oakland will be serving up our anticipated family-style dinner. Meet the makers and enjoy a day of unparalleled culinary and cultural experiences.

Proceeds from the Cookout at the Vineyard will benefit The Bridge Program, an initiative supporting underrepresented beverage industry professionals. Through scholarships ranging from $500 to $5,000, the program has already awarded $23,500 to help individuals relocate and pursue their dreams in wine and hospitality.

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"This event isn't just a celebration—it's a movement," says, Tahlia Suggs, Director, Western Area. "We're thrilled to bring together an incredible community of wine enthusiasts, food lovers, and cultural trailblazers while giving back to an initiative that creates real opportunities in the industry."

About The Cookout at the Vineyard

The Cookout at the Vineyard is a celebration of culture, community, and culinary excellence set against the stunning backdrop of Napa Valley created by Co-Founders Courtney Guntz - Summers and Tahlia Suggs.The Bridge Program, an initiative of the non-profit The Veraison Project dedicated to empowering underrepresented professionals in the wine and hospitality space. The Cookout at the Vineyard embodies the spirit of giving back and lifting up. Social Media: @thecookoutatthevineyard @theveraisonproject

Event Details and Tickets Contact: Tahlia Suggs, tahlia@theveraisonproject.com, https://theveraisonproject.com/