Event: Candle Making & Wine Tasting 

Date: January 9th

Details:  Create your own candle at Lit & Co. while sipping on your favorite Cinder wines—a perfect blend of creativity and indulgence!

Location: Lit & Co Candles in Hyde Park

Tickets: Buy Tickets Here!

Event: Meet the Artist Night

Date: January 9th

Details: Celebrate local art in our gallery with featured artist Karelia Dubkowski. Enjoy great wine and inspiring conversation.

Event: Free Spirits Event  

Date: Wednesday, January 15th

Time: 4pm – 7pm 

Details: Embrace Dry January with Free Spirits Beverage Co at Cinder! Join us for a refreshing evening of alcohol-free shrub cocktails and Sapid amaro. Sample the goods, sip on a curated menu of non-alcoholic drinks, and enjoy the Sapid Spritzer—a perfect choice for wine lovers. Take your favorites home and make Dry January just a little bit easier (and tastier)! 🥂

Open and free for all! Tasting booth will be located on the Cinder Express Bar side of the winery.

Event: January Wine Sale

Date: January 22-24th

Details: Wine Club Members, this one’s just for you! Enjoy 50% off full cases of select wines, available online and in-house for a limited time. Stay tuned—wines included in this special offer will be announced soon! 🍷 Thank you for being part of our Wine Club family!

Event: Festive Fireside Weekend

Date: Saturday,  January 25th – Sunday,  January 26th

Details: Cozy up with us for a warm and inviting weekend! Savor Melanie’s special mulled wine paired with a delightful snack offer. Take the experience home with our mulled wine  recipe bundle, complete with ingredients and a bottle of Laissez Faire Red.

Need to prep for ski season? Bring your skis or snowboard (SUNDAY ONLY) and get a free glass of Cinder wine with the purchase of a wax at the pop-up waxing truck by Aprés Mobile Ski Tech! Don’t miss this special winter treat!

Valentina Vertical Tasting All Month

Celebrate love and elegance this February with our Valentina Vertical, a special tasting experience honoring Valentine’s Day. Explore multiple vintages of our signature Valentina wine, showcasing its evolution and craftsmanship through the years.

Make it a month to remember—stop by for this unique tasting experience and toast to timeless flavors

Event: Touchdown Tastings Winter Wine Weekend

Date: January 8th – January 9th

Time: Regular Hours (Closing early at 5PM on Sunday)

Details: Get your pre-funk on for the Big Game!

Join us for Touchdown Tastings, a weekend of football fun, great drinks, and tasty bites. Here’s what to expect:

• • • • Tastings & Snacks: Enjoy your favorite wines with a side of football-themed snacks for just $5 a plate.
      • Drinks Deals: $5 pours of beer, cider, or wine, and $5 off flask fills.
      • Flask Specials: Stock up with flask fill deals so you’re game-day ready! Bring your flask to fill up and take the party with you.
      • Football Atmosphere: Themed décor, staff in jerseys, and the game-day vibe projected in our space.

Event: Cinder’s Annual Blending Seminars

Date: February 8th – February 9th

Time: 11-3pm

Details: Join a small group of fellow wine-lovers as we enjoy an experience that is both unique, educational and entertaining. Seated in our wine production area you’ll be guided through the art of wine blending by Winemaker Melanie Krause & Assistant Winemaker Riley Gorman.  This “hands on”  experience includes:

• • • • • • Overview of the Art of Blending by Melanie Krause
          • A lovely catered lunch 
          • A hands on interactive Blending Trial where YOU are the Winemaker.
          • Multiple blind tastings 
          • A bottle of your own personal blend to take home that day
        • Note: Your ticket includes 6 bottles of the final production of the winning collaborative blend or “Signature Wine”.  Once labeled, this “vintage” will include your signature on the custom label. Wine will be picked up in February, 2025, at a private “Pick Up Party” for all 2024 Blending Seminar attendees!

Tickets:  $200/person. ON SALE NOW!  Open to Club Members and their guests only.  Limit 2 tickets per Membership.

Event: Lit & Co Candle Making and Wine Tasting Galentines Day! 

Date: Wednesday, January 15th

Time: 4pm – 7pm 

Details: Join us on Thursday February 13th from 6-8pm in HYDE PARK for an after-hours Galentine’s Day celebration of friendship!  Come with friends or fly solo to make new ones, all are welcome!  Please note that there are two time slots, 6pm and 7pm

Your $39 ticket gets:

• • • MAKE YOUR OWN absolutely fabulous 10oz White Iridescent Glass Candle while in shop!  Want to make a different vessel?  No problem; just pay the difference in cost for a different vessel (value $28; sorry, no refunds on lower priced).  Choose one fragrance or blend two together for a completely custom fragrance; candles will be ready the next day after 1pm!
    • Take home a SEED GROW KIT and sprout flowers, fruits or herbs (your choice in shop!) in a wood box planter as a lovely reminder of your fun time with the gals
    • WINE TASTING FROM CINDER!  Our gal pals from Cinder will be on hand pouring tastes from their outstanding lineup.  Additional glass pours and bottles will be available for purchase!
      
      
    • 10% OFF During Event including Buy3Get1Free, jewelry, additional DIY Vessels – everything except Gift Cards and Vintage Rugs!  Note: Due to time + space constraints, only one sit-down DIY blended candle per person during the event, however we are happy to take your custom orders for additional vessels for pick up at a later date!
    • After hours shopping for ticket holders only

Please note, we are breaking this event into two time slots to help with crowd control during the evening.  Please choose whichever time works for you, but there is no hard start + stop time between 6-8pm so feel free to linger!

As this is an after-hours, ticketed event with limited spots available, each person must have their own ticket to attend (your online purchase counts as your ticket – we will have a list of ticket buyers at the door!).  Thank you for your understanding!

Tickets: Purchase Here!

Event: Artisan Cheese & Wine Pairing Event

Date: February 22nd – February 23rd

Time: Regular Tasting Room Hours

Details: Sip, Shop, and Savor!

Join us for a special Artisan Cheese & Wine Pairing Market, where you can explore perfect pairings and elevate your charcuterie game.

• • • Shop the Market: Discover local vendors offering artisan cheeses, meats, and all the essentials for the ultimate charcuterie board.
    • Wine Pairings: Sample our featured wines at each vendor booth, carefully selected to complement their offerings.
    • Bundle Deals: Take home a curated 3-bottle wine bundle (pairs perfectly with charcuterie!) to enjoy long after the market ends.
    • Tasting Room Service: Our regular tastings and wines by the glass will be available, too.

Sample, shop, and sip your way through a delightful market experience. Don’t miss this perfect pairing event!

KEY 12 Club & Loyalty Club Release Schedule:

• March 11: Your online cart will be loaded with the Spring Release for Ship & Pickup—start customizing your allocation and explore the new offerings.
• March 12: Spring Tastings begin in the Tasting Room. Make a reservation here.
• March 15 & March 23: Pick-Up Parties just for Loyalty & 12-Bottle Club Members! Get your tickets here.
• March 19th: Ship Club Carts Billed
• March 24th – 26th: All Ship allocations send out via Fedex to address on file
• April 2: Cards on file will be charged for any unprocessed allocations.
• April 27: Last Day of Spring Tastings in the Tasting Room
• May 18: Final day to pick up your Spring Release wines.
• May 19–21: Any remaining orders will be shipped to the address on file at the member’s expense.

KEY 6 Club & 3 Club Release Schedule:

• April 2: Your allocation will be available in your online account and ready for pick-up at the winery. Log in or visit the winery to taste, explore the new offerings, make any edits to your allocation. Carts will also be filled and ready to customize this day for Ship 6 & 3 club members.
• April 9th: Cards on file will be billed for Ship Club.
• April 12: Pick-Up Party! Join us for an open-house style event with great food, music, and Cinder wine. Tickets available soon.
• April 14th – 19th: All shipments will go out to the address on file. If you won’t be available to sign for your wine during this time, please let us know so we can arrange an alternate shipping date.
• April 23: Cards on file will be charged for any unprocessed allocations.
• April 27th: Last day for Spring Tastings in the tasting room. After this, we’ll change up our offering!
• May 18: Final day to pick up your Spring Release wines.
• May 19–21: Any remaining orders will be shipped to the address on file at the member’s expense.

Event: Library Luncheon

Date: April 5th

Details: Join us for an intimate wine-paired dining experience at Coyne’s Restaurant in Eagle! Enjoy a thoughtfully curated multi-course meal, perfectly paired with a selection of exceptional wines. It’s sure to be a delightful afternoon of great food, fine wine, and wonderful company!

Location: Coyne’s Restaurant in Eagle

Tickets: Sold Out!

Event: Food Truck @ Cinder

Date: April 11th

Details: A food truck will be joining us at Cinder for a special pop-up! 🚚🍷 Stay tuned for details, but guests can look forward to delicious bites available on-site while enjoying their wine. Grab a glass and enjoy the perfect pairing!

Location: Cinder Wines’ Express Bar

Event: 6 Club & 3 Club Pick Up Party

Date: April 11th

Details: 6 & 3 Wine Club Members—It’s time for your Spring Pickup! 🍷🎶✨ Our final Spring Wine Club Pickup Party is happening Saturday, April 12th! This one’s for our 6 & 3-bottle members, but if you’re in the 12-bottle or Loyalty Club and missed your March parties, you’re welcome to join, too! Enjoy delicious food pairings, great company, and live music while you pick up your wines. Don’t miss out on this fun, social evening—grab your ticket now!

Location: Cinder Winery

Tickets: Buy Tickets Here!

LAISSEZ FAIRE WINE CO OPENING MONTH! — DETAILS TO COME

Event: Mother’s Day Market & Festivities

Date: May 10th – 11th

Details: Celebrate Mother’s Day with us at Cinder! 💐🍷 We’re hosting a special outdoor market in front of the winery, creating a festive block party vibe with local vendors, great wine, and live music by Jordan Shaw from 1–4 PM. Bring the moms in your life and enjoy a beautiful day of sipping, shopping, and celebration! 🎶✨

Location: Cinder Winery & Lawn

Tickets: Free event, Open to everyone!

Event: Cinsault Rosé Release Weekend

Date: May 31st – June 1st

Details: Introducing Our 2024 Cinsault Rosé! 🌸🍷

Spring is in full bloom, and so is our Cinsault Rosé—arriving just in time for sunshine-filled sipping! Join us at the end of May as we celebrate its release with a special tasting experience and festive winery vibes. This vibrant, refreshing rosé is the perfect companion for warm-weather adventures, so don’t miss your chance to be among the first to enjoy it!

Stay tuned for more details—cheers to rosé season!

Location: Cinder Winery

Tickets: Free event, Open to everyone!

IDAHO WINE MONTH!

Event: SAVOR IDAHO!

Date: Sunday, June 8th, 2025

Details: We’re thrilled to announce that Cinder will be featured at Savor Idaho, the state’s premier wine event, on Sunday, June 8th, 2025, at the beautiful Idaho Botanical Garden. This annual celebration of Idaho Wine and Cider Month offers a unique opportunity to sample from over 30 wineries and cideries across the state, including your favorites from Cinder!​​​

Location: Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N Old Penitentiary Rd, Boise, ID 83712

Ticket Information: Buy Tickets Here.

• • • VIP Tickets – $125: Enjoy early access from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, exclusive wine pours, and special anniversary treats. ​
    • General Admission Tickets – $80: Gain entry from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM to explore a variety of wines and ciders. ​
    • Reserved Tables – $200: Reserve a table that seats 8 with an umbrella for added comfort.

Event: Boots on the Lawn w/ Jordan Shaw 

Date: June 13th

Details: Boots on the Lawn with Jordan Shaw! 🎶🍷

Kick off a perfect evening at Cinder with live music by Jordan Shaw, great wine, and beautiful weather! 🌿✨ Join us from 5–7 PM on the Cinder lawn, where our Mobile Garden Bar will be serving up drinks while you relax and enjoy the tunes. Grab your boots, bring your friends, and let’s toast to a night of music and good vibes!

Location: Cinder Lawn

Tickets: Free Event

Event: Father’s Day Weekend

Date: June 14th – 15th

Details: Raise a glass to all the amazing dads out there with Father’s Day weekend drink specials! Join us at the winery to celebrate with great wine, good company, and a laid-back atmosphere perfect for toasting Dad. Stay tuned for more details—cheers to the fathers we love!

Location: Cinder Winery

Tickets: Free Event

Event: Wine Club Vineyard Day Tour

Date: June 21st

Details: Join us for a special ticketed event as we explore the vineyards of the Snake River Valley AVA with our head winemaker, Melanie Krause! Get an inside look at where our wines begin, learn about Idaho’s unique terroir, and enjoy a day surrounded by breathtaking vineyard views.

Stay tuned for more details—this is one you won’t want to miss!

Location: Caldwell Area

Tickets: TBA

Event: 4th of July Block Party Weekend 

Date: July 5th – July 6th

Details: Get ready for the ultimate Cinder Block Party! 🎉 We’re teaming up with Veer Wine Project and Ruckus Brewing for a day of food trucks, drink specials, and good vibes on Cinder’s lawn. Stay tuned for more details—this is an event you won’t want to miss!

Location: Cinder Winery & Lawn, Veer Wine Project & Rukus Brewing

Tickets: Free Event

Event: White Wine Dinner

Date: July 12th

Time: TBA

Details: Join us for our White Wine Dinner at Cinder Winery, inspired by last year’s incredible event! ✨ Dress in white and indulge in a beautifully crafted evening with catering by Whitney Fredin. Enjoy exceptional white wines paired with a delicious, thoughtfully curated menu. It’s a night of great food, wine, and company—you won’t want to miss it!

Location: Cinder Winery

Tickets: TBA

Event: Farmer’s Market Weekend @ Cinder

Date: July 26th -27th

Time: TBA

Details: Join us for a Farmers Market at Cinder Winery! Enjoy a summer-fresh market with a twist—sip on your favorite wines while you shop from a variety of local vendors. Stay tuned for vendor announcements and get ready for a fun, relaxing day of wine and shopping!

Location: Cinder Winery

Tickets: TBA