Wine and Dine with Idle Cellars

Experience the journey from soil to glass at our monthly Wine and Dine dinner. These intimate gatherings celebrate passionate producers behind your favorite local wines, with the winemaker joining us to share their stories.

For $89 per person, enjoy a generous family-style feast of five seasonal dishes paired with three boutique wines, creating an evening that nourishes both body and community. These popular events offer a unique opportunity to connect with the people who pour their hearts into their craft and produce truly exceptional wines for your enjoyment. Reservations are recommended.

Idle Cellars is the collaboration of Ben Larks, a teacher and explorer, and Ari Heavner, an entrepreneur and globetrotter. Their chance meeting during a 2006 harvest in Sonoma Valley sparked a shared vision: to create balanced, elegant wines that celebrate idle moments. With Heavner’s city roots and Larks’ country sensibilities, their approach blends hands-on vineyard work with a deep respect for Sonoma’s terroir. Each bottle reflects their commitment to craftsmanship, adventure, and the art of slowing down—one glass at a time.

Menu:

Pacific halibut crudo with Oak Hill melon and makrut lime granita, lemongrass, fresh basil, and candied bird's eye chile. 

Sunray Farms' little gem salad with white peach vinaigrette, farmstand strawberries, pickled corinto cucumber ribbons, and Achadinha goat chevre. 

Pork belly braised in Cabernet vinegar, roasted figs, cherry-pork jus, and pink peppercorn. 

Cast iron Jimmy Nardello chiles, fried garbanzo bean gremolata. 

Seared ribeye steak, crispy duck fat potato, sunflower, and preserved lemon salsa verde.