Forest to Glass*

Join us for an exclusive culinary experience featuring renowned winemaker and chef Julie Schreiber, who will demonstrate the art of cooking with fresh, dried, wild, and foraged mushrooms perfectly paired with complementary wines. Learn expert techniques for preparing various mushroom varieties while discovering how their earthy, complex flavors enhance wine appreciation. During this interactive demonstration, you’ll explore the fascinating differences between truffles and mushrooms, sample light fare thoughtfully paired with Livermore Valley wines, and deepen your understanding of how mushrooms, wine, and our unique terroir work together to create extraordinary flavor combinations. Don’t miss out on a mushroom lovers dream come true! About Julie Schreiber: Julie Schreiber is an award-winning consulting winemaker with extensive experience across Napa, Sonoma, and Livermore Valley, producing wines that consistently score 90+ points. She combines her Master’s in Enology from UC Davis with 14 years as a professional chef, giving her a uniquely refined palate that bridges culinary arts and winemaking. Julie is also a passionate mycologist who organizes international mushroom forays through her company Mycoventures. Participating Wineries: TBD *This event is included in the Make it a Weekend Purple Orchid package, learn more by clicking HERE *