Charles R Vineyards

Fridays with the Winemaker
2022-01-21 12:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Do you like Fridays? And wine? And enjoying wine on Fridays? Ever wanted to know the stories behind our wines? Have questions about the production process? Or have you felt like geeking out about wine, but didn’t know where to turn?

Come by and see me at Charles R Winery on Fridays, beginning January 14! We can talk as much or as little about wine as you like, I look forward to seeing you soon! Lisa Lee, Winemaker

Reservations recommended and walk-ins welcome.

Reservations

Lisa Lee Winemaker Charles R Winery

Livermore Valley Wine Country's Holidays in the Vineyards
2021-12-04 12:00 - 2021-12-05 12:00
Join us for a Livermore Valley Wine Country holiday tradition with over 20 wineries participating! Admission is free, tasting fees may apply and vary by winery. Holiday cheer will fill our tasting room and garden patio with original art, artisan jewelry, wood, pottery and glass, come shop with a wineglass in your hand!

Delilah the Motorcycle Dessert Truck from The Speakeasy Baking Co. and Suzi the Pretzel Mini Truck from Peggy’s Pretzels, will be rolling in to Charles R Winery for Livermore Valley Wine Country’s Holidays in the Vineyards, Saturday and Sunday, December 4 and 5, from 12:00 to 4:30 p.m.

Young entrepreneur Maggie Fields will be launching her new food truck business, Peggy’s Pretzels, serving up sweet and savory gourmet soft pretzels. You can choose from Garlic Butter with Parmesan Pretzel paired with Charles R Chardonnay and Bobcat Red, along with Cinnamon and Sugar Pretzel with Cream Cheese Frosting paired with our newly released Primitivo and Port.

GINGERBREAD COOKIE DECORATING

Charles R Winery and The Speakeasy Baking Co invite you to join us for Gingerbread Cookie Decorating at Holidays in the Vineyards. Cookie decorating is perfect for all age groups!

Tickets include: 4 cookies, icing, scribe tool, practice sheet and sprinkles. Each session is 45 minutes, $20 per ticket and can be purchased at www.TheSpeakEasyBakingCo.com

WINE SALES

Twelve Days of Christmas Library Gift Box. A Holiday Pair or Trio of Holiday Vintages with a sprightly bow.

ARTISTS AND CRAFTS PEOPLE

Barkkarie Jewels & Art: Artfully designed jewelry creations, and original watercolors

Lumpy Doodles: Beautifully hand-painted ceramics, watercolors, and hand-turned wood works

Boss Designs: Lovely handmade holiday ornaments and holiday decor

Beena’s Gems & Silver: Bold & beautiful gems and silver jewelry

Admiral Mary’s Homemade Honey and military pillow cases, a non-profit in support of Women Veterans

TOYS FOR TOTS

This year, Livermore Valley Wine Country has partnered with Pacific States Petroleum for the Toys for Tots drive. Donated toys are given to the local Toys for Tots program. Pacific State Petroleum will be matching the donation toy for toy (up to $100,000) that are collected at the wineries during this event weekend.

Pride Friday with the Winemaker
2021-10-15 12:00 - 16:30
Livermore PrideFest is back, Saturday October 16th, and Charles R Winery is proud to be part of the celebration!

To kick off the weekend, our winemaker Lisa will be in the tasting room Friday, October 15th and would love to share some wine with you.

Check in at the winery with your Pride Passport throughout the month of October and become an honorary member of the Charles R family. You’ll get to take advantage of member-only discounts and deals on all wine purchases.

For all of the Livermore Pride details visit www.livermorepride.org.

Walk-ins welcome, reservations accepted at www.charlesrwinery.com.

Lisa Lee Winemaker Charles R Vineyards

Sangria Sunday!
2021-10-05 12:00 - 16:30
Come by and see Winemaker and Mixologist Lisa Lee in the Charles R tasting room Sunday, November 7th for our first Sangria Sunday! She will be mixing up a holiday inspired cocktail with our Port, and you can take home the recipe for your celebrations.

Reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome at www.charlesrwinery.com.

Lisa’s Sangria

Fridays with the Winemaker
2021-07-23 12:00 - 16:30
Do you like Fridays? And wine? And enjoying wine on Fridays? Ever wanted to know the stories behind our wines? Have questions about the production process? Or have you felt like geeking out about wine, but didn’t know where to turn?

Come by and see me in the Charles R tasting room on Fridays, beginning May 7th! We can talk as much or as little about wine as you like, I look forward to seeing you soon! Lisa Lee, Winemaker

Walk-ins welcome, reservations accepted at www.charlesrwinery.com.

Father's Day Dart Board Discounts!
2021-06-20 12:00 - 16:30
Bring your Dad and the family out to our garden patio for live music with Michael Russell, Dart Board discounts, games and lawn boules fun, and of course his favorite Charles R wines.

Reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome. Click here to make your reservation today.

As a guitarist, singer, and songwriter based out of Northern California and Nashville Tennessee, Michael Russell is a performing and recording artist showcasing original blues, roots rock’n’roll, and hints of alt-country.

Michael Russell’s stone cold blues guitar licks, old school rock ‘n’ roll energy, and timeless songwriting style make him and the Michael Russell Trio a refreshing addition to the modern blues and roots rock scene.

https://www.michaelrussellmusic.com/

Fourth Fridays Summer Concert Series
2021-05-28 18:00 - 21:00
Round up your posse, pack up your picnic and head to Charles R for our Fourth Friday Summer Concert, featuring the award-winning music of Fred McCarty, solo guitarist and vocalist. Wine-down with a glass, bottle or flight of your favorite Charles R wine to pair with your picnic on our garden patio. Fred is a musician’s musician. He has composed well in excess of three hundred songs and compositions. Walk-ins welcome, Reservations are accepted.

Making Memories on Mother's Day
2021-05-09 12:00 - 16:30
This Mother’s Day we have a red rose for Mom (come early, limited supply), her favorite wine and we’ll sweeten her day with dessert! Bring a picnic, relax on our garden patio with live music from Jeff Ricketts solo, and make new memories with Mom at Charles R Vineyards! Walk-ins welcome, reservations recommended, Click here for reservations.

Grand Reopening!
2021-05-01 12:00 - 16:30
Join us on our beautiful garden patio this weekend for our Grand Reopening Saturday, May 1st. Kick back and enjoy live music with Steve Kritzer. a complimentary slice of celebratory cake and the opportunity to win an amazing Charles R Gift Basket. Purchase a delectable Charcuterie Box from The Board Room to enjoy with your wine, or pack up a picnic.

Charcuterie Box – Just for YouEach box is made uniquely and includes 2 cheeses, 1 meat, fruit, olives, honey/jam, and nuts, fresh herb and flower garnish and a little something sweet from The Board Room. Individual serving size, 6.5“x 4.5”x 1.5”. $19 per box. Please pre-order your box with your reservation.

Reservations are recommended, your $10 per person reservation fee applied to purchase, per person. Seatings are at Noon and 2:30 p.m., walk-ins welcome. Wine by the glass, flight or bottle will be served. Club Members enjoy complimentary wine tasting for up to four people.

Join us on our beautiful garden patio this weekend for our Grand Reopening Saturday, May 1st. Kick back and enjoy live music with Steve Kritzer. a complimentary slice of celebratory cake and the opportunity to win an amazing Charles R Gift Basket. Purchase a delectable Charcuterie Box from The Board Room to enjoy with your wine, or pack up a picnic.

Charcuterie Box – Just for YouEach box is made uniquely and includes 2 cheeses, 1 meat, fruit, olives, honey/jam, and nuts, fresh herb and flower garnish and a little something sweet from The Board Room. Individual serving size, 6.5“x 4.5”x 1.5”. $19 per box. Please pre-order your box with your reservation.

Reservations are recommended, your $10 per person reservation fee applied to purchase, per person. Seatings are at Noon and 2:30 p.m., walk-ins welcome. Wine by the glass, flight or bottle will be served. Club Members enjoy complimentary wine tasting for up to four people.

Join us on our beautiful garden patio this weekend for our Grand Reopening Saturday, May 1st. Kick back and enjoy live music with Steve Kritzer. a complimentary slice of celebratory cake and the opportunity to win an amazing Charles R Gift Basket. Purchase a delectable Charcuterie Box from The Board Room to enjoy with your wine, or pack up a picnic.

Charcuterie Box – Just for YouEach box is made uniquely and includes 2 cheeses, 1 meat, fruit, olives, honey/jam, and nuts, fresh herb and flower garnish and a little something sweet from The Board Room. Individual serving size, 6.5“x 4.5”x 1.5”. $19 per box. Please pre-order your box with your reservation.

Reservations are recommended, your $10 per person reservation fee applied to purchase, per person. Seatings are at Noon and 2:30 p.m., walk-ins welcome. Wine by the glass, flight or bottle will be served. Club Members enjoy complimentary wine tasting for up to four people.

Wine of the Month Happy Hour! Zoom with Lisa
2021-04-30 17:00 - 18:00
At the end of the month, be sure to grab a bottle of 2019 Sauvignon Blanc and join winemaker Lisa Lee on Zoom for a sensory wrap up. We’ll explore the characteristics of our Bobcat Red blend, recommend food pairings, discuss recipes, and share behind-the-scenes stories.

Shop online or call Dick at 925-337-3315 for your bottle (or case!) of Sauvignon Blanc.

Join the Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83358596231?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting ID: 833 5859 6231Passcode: [REDACTED]

Wine of the Month Happy Hour! Zoom with Lisa
2021-03-26 17:00 - 18:00
At the end of the month, be sure to grab a bottle of 2017 Bobcat Red and join winemaker Lisa Lee on Zoom for a sensory wrap up. We’ll explore the characteristics of our Bobcat Red blend, recommend food pairings, discuss recipes, and share behind-the-scenes stories.

Shop online or call Dick at 925-337-3315 for your bottle (or case!) of Bobcat Red.

Join the Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85441363211?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting ID: 854 4136 3211Passcode: [REDACTED] Happy Hour With Lisa

Wine of the Month Happy Hour! Zoom with Lisa
2021-03-26 17:00 - 18:00
At the end of the month, be sure to grab a bottle of 2017 Bobcat Red and join winemaker Lisa Lee on Zoom for a sensory wrap up. We’ll explore the characteristics of our Bobcat Red blend, recommend food pairings, discuss recipes, and share behind-the-scenes stories.

Join the Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85441363211?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting ID: 854 4136 3211Passcode: [REDACTED]
