The Big Event

Saturday, October 22, 2011

Join us for the exclusive 1st Annual ‘Artisan Masters’ Lodi Wine & Art Dinner & Auction! This highly anticipated second year promises to dazzle attendees with an impressive and unique array of distinctive wines, fine art and gourmet dining.

The evening starts off with a barrel tasting by some of the Lodi Appellation’s very best winemakers, moves on to a 5-course sumptuous winemakers’ dinner (prepared by future culinary stars, the San Joaquin Delta College Culinary Art students), and finishes with an exciting art and wine auction, music, dancing and — if desired, a visit to the cigar and port tent.

“…an extra-sensory, fantastical, phantasmagoric vinous adventure!” – LodiWine.com

This is a rare opportunity to taste distinctive vineyard-designated wines from over 20 boutique wineries and the many different appellations within Lodi Wine Country. A winemaker will be seated at each guest table to share insight with guests on why each wine was selected and the passion poured into crafting each vintage.

As Lodi’s Wine Country rises in reputation, it’s art scene also gains notoriety. The Lodi Arts Foundation will bring together some of the most distinguished regional artists with works in a wide range of media including pastels, glass, mixed media, outdoor art, plein air painting, bronze sculpture, and pencil art. The art works will be displayed during the reception and tasting, and available at the Live Auction along with several wine lots. The beginning collector and the seasoned connoisseur will find something they want to take home. The evening wraps up with live music and an opportunity to visit our cigar and port tent, mingle and taste varietals from wineries at other guest tables.

“…heartfelt, well-conceived and beautifully executed. Lodi is the place in which Zinfandel most clearly shines.” – The Aphrodisiac Queen, eatsomethingsexy.com

Proceeds from the event will fund art and education scholarships for our future world-class artisans of wine, art, and gourmet cuisine.

We are looking for volunteers for the next Artisan Masters event as well as those interested in joining the Lodi Arts Foundation. Please contact rosbollinger@yahoo.com or dbridewell@lodi.gov for more information.

Artisan Masters Lodi Wine & Art Auction

WHEN: October 22, 2011 (Black Tie Suggested)

TIME: 6:00 pm Reception ~Barrel Tasting ~ Silent Auction ~ Art Previews

7:00 pm Winemakers Dinner ~ Live Auction ~ Live Music

WHERE: Hutchins Street Square Performing Arts Center, 125 So. Hutchins Street, Lodi, California 95240

TICKETS: $195/person “Early Bird” If Purchased Before September 30

Regular price $225/person

Call (209) 333-5550 or www.loditickets.com

When wine, food and art is combined with the skill and passion of our artisans the result is nothing short of magical!