Thursday, March 27
Vintner Showcase Reception
Vintner Dinners – SOLD OUT
After Party at Roof 106 at The Matheson
$750 / Person
Thursday Only
Friday, March 28
Epicurean Experiences – SOLD OUT
Epic Party at Bacchus Landing
$1,500 / Person
Friday Only
Saturday, March 29
Wellness Breakfast
Cancer Research Symposium
Gala & Auction
$1,500 / Person
Saturday Only
March 27, 2025
Thursday
Vintner Dinners
Kick off the weekend in style with antioxidant-rich food prepared by Northern California’s finest chefs paired with world-class wines from top Sonoma vintners.
SOLD OUT – Vintner Dinner at Aperture
with Chef Dustin Valette
SOLD OUT – Vintner Dinner at Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery
with Chef Jason Pringle
SOLD OUT – Vintner Dinner at MacRostie Winery
with Chefs David Carey and Ben Martin
SOLD OUT – Vintner Dinner at Gary Farrell Winery
with Chef Shane McAnelly
March 28, 2025
Friday
Epicurean Experiences
Each guest will select one (1) of the following options for a fully immersive Epicurean Experience:
9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
With supporting non-profit partner, Why Not You Foundation
This year, the Wilson Celebrity Pickleball Classic makes its debut at the V Foundation’s Sonoma Epicurean weekend. The V Foundation and its supporting non-profit partner, Why Not You Foundation, share a strong commitment to advancing cancer prevention and interception research.
Together, they continue to support impactful programs and groundbreaking studies. Join Russell Wilson, Ciara, and other celebrities for an exciting day of pickleball!
Santa Rosa Golf & Country Club
Russell Wilson and Ciara are the founders of Why Not You Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to fighting generational poverty through youth education and health initiatives. Why Not You Foundation is committed to changing lives, one child at a time, through programs that foster a why not you attitude. The V Foundation is grateful for Russell Wilson, Ciara, and Why Not You Foundation for their support of the Sonoma Epicurean event.
10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Montage Activities Available:
- Archery
- E-Bikes
- Lawn games
- Organic honey tasting
- Wine tasting
- Music
Lunch served at 12:30 p.m.
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
12 - 2:45 p.m.
12 - 2:45 p.m.
Epic Party at Bacchus Landing
6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Your artisan exploration culminates in the evening at Bacchus Landing where some of the world’s most notable vintners will pour their stunning wines alongside gourmet delights from award-winning chefs. Stay tuned for a lineup of live music entertainment, and don’t miss the opportunity to place your bid at our exclusive barrel auction!
March 29, 2025
Saturday
Wellness Breakfast & Cancer Research Symposium
Start your Saturday with a nutritious breakfast prepared by Montage Chef Jason Pringle. Following the breakfast, guests at the Cancer Research Symposium will hear from some of the nation’s leading scientists as they share more about the groundbreaking research being funded by the V Foundation. The researchers will discuss their backgrounds within the cancer research community, their current research projects, and the impact for patients and their families. Guests will get insight into the future of cancer research directly from the world-class scientists who are on the frontlines of accelerating Victory Over Cancer®.
Gala & Auction
The pinnacle event of the Sonoma Epicurean weekend includes an epic feast and spirited auction. The gala will offer guests gourmet food selections, the region’s best wines and a lively auction to benefit the V Foundation for Cancer Research. This year’s auction lots include experiences, packages and one-of-a-kind items that are offered exclusively for this event. Attendees will have the thrill of engaging in friendly competitions among fellow bidders, while also supporting the most cutting-edge research in the nation with every paddle raised. The Gala & Auction is the grand finale of a memorable weekend that will provide the precious gift of hope to so many patients and families.
Auctioneer – Liam Mayclem
Emmy Award winning radio & TV personality Liam Mayclem is best known as the host of Eye On The Bay on KPIX 5 and as “The Foodie Chap” celebrating our home grown culinary stars (daily on KCBS Radio). He will soon be seen on the Travel Channel show – “World Access.”
Every year Liam as Foodie Chap hosts the main stage at Eat, Drink SF – a gathering for our food fans. Liam also hosts the culinary stage at Bottlerock Napa Valley, where he made sushi with Chef Morimoto and rapper Snoop Dogg, tasted fried chicken made by Hip Hop artist and reality star Flava Flav and enjoyed nitrous cocktails concocted by Chef Dominique Crenn.
The Foodie Chap can also be seen hosting “Plated” a live chef demo series and various cellar events at Macy’s Union Square with culinary stars. Liam hosts an annual Foodie Cruise with Crystal Cruises taking his foodie followers to places all over: Asia, Europe, The Mediterranean, and beyond.