Events @ Cinder

2024  CINDER WINERY EVENTS

Please view our yearly calendar of events listed below by month.

Wine Club Members: Wine Club Happy Hour is all day, every Wednesday.

Sincerely,

The Cinder Winery Team

January - - - Wine Club Wine Sale!

Event:  Tickets Go ON SALE for our Wine Blending Seminars – SOLD OUT

Date: Saturday February 17th & Sunday February 18th

Details: Check back for more information soon but our Wine Blending Seminars are intimate and creative experiences that sell out each year!

Tickets: Email [email protected] to get on the waitlist! (Wine Club Members ONLY, 4 tickets max)

 

Event:  Meet the Artist Night:  Julie Poteet Robertson  

Date:  January 11th

Time: 4pm to 6pm

Details: Meet the new resident Cinder artist, browse art, listen to a live DJ, and nibble on small bites

Cost: Free

Event:  2 – Day Wine Sale! 

Date:  January 19th & 20th

Details: A “once a year” sale on selected wines that will blow your mind.  Don’t miss this! 

        • Enjoy 50% Off select group of wines
        • Discount ONLY Applies to full case orders (order 12 bottles of one of the wines and receive the 50% discount) Can apply to purchases of multiple cases.
        • No additional discounts taken on the wines
        • Members enjoy free Shipping & Handling on out of state case orders Only Available to Wine Club Members

 Event:  Winemaker Dinner in the Mountains! Ketchum, ID – SOLD OUT

Date:  Friday January 26th 

Time: 7pm

Details: Join Joe & Melanie at Ketchum Grill for an intimate, four course culinary experience, expertly paired with Cinder wine of course!

Cost: Email [email protected] to get on the waitlist!

 Event:  Winemaker Dinner at River Club, Boise 

Date: Tuesday, January 30th

Time: 6pm

Details: Join Wine Club Manager Nikki Harman & Assistant Winemaker Riley Gorman for a multi course dinner & guided tasting experience at River Club, Boise.

Tickets: Limited to River Club Members only. Please contact Claire ([email protected]) at River Club for more details. 

February - - - Dessert Pairings & Blending Seminars

Event:  Desserts First , 2024 Winter Wine Weekend 

Date: February 3rd & 4th

Time: 1pm – 7pm

Details: In anticipation of Valentine’s Day and Open That Bottle Night, we are offering a dessert pairing with Cinder wines! A partnership with the Idaho Wine Commission

Event:  Wine Blending Seminar & Luncheons

Date: Saturday February 17th (SOLD OUT) & Sunday February 18th

Time: 11am to 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 4 tickets per Membership.
March - - - Library Luncheons & Spring Release Begins

  

         Event:  Library Luncheons

Dates: March 2nd & 3rd

Time: Noon to 2pm. 

Details:  We’ll be enjoying an intimate tasting and then lunch in our Art Gallery/Mezzanine as we enjoy some older vintages from our Library Collection.  There’s always a special offering made at these Luncheons on some of our most rare vintages. Come get some wonderful insight into the beautiful impact age has on our wine! 

Attendance: 16 guests. Limit 4 tickets per membership.  (please note the event is held upstairs in our Art Gallery/Mezzanine). 

Menu:  Coming soon. 

Tickets:  $40. Sold Out!

Event: Closing of Artist Show @ Cinder

Dates: March 21st

Time: 5pm – 7pm

Details:  Come to cinder to bid farewell to our Artist, Julie Poteet Robertson, featured in the mezzanine art gallery.  She will be present to mingle and talk about her artwork. Small snacks will be provided. 

Reservations:  Free to everyone! Held in our mezzanine/art gallery space. 

Event:  Spring Release Begins! 

Dates: March 20th – April 30th

Details:  New vintages and creations from Winemaker Melanie Krause will become available to Wine Club Members.  Make a reservation and enjoy a complimentary tasting of all the newest wines, then customize your Spring Release Allocation.

Reservations:  Similar to booking a regular visit (the small reservation fee is refunded upon your arrival).  CLICK HERE FOR RESERVATIONS

April - - - Spring Release All Month & Meet the Artist Night

Event:  Spring Release Continues!

Dates: Tastings featuring the newest wines are available all month long.

Details:  New vintages and creations from Winemaker Melanie Krause will become available to Wine Club Members.  Make a reservation and enjoy a complimentary tasting of all the newest wines, then customize your order.

Reservations:  ClICK HERE FOR RESERVATIONS

Event:  Pick Up Parties

Dates: Saturday April 6th  & Sunday April 14th – Low Inventory, get your tickets now!!

Details:  Laid back affairs. You taste through the wines, chat with the Winemaker and her team and enjoy nice food pairings! 

Tickets: Buy Tickets Now. CLICK HERE

Event:  Meet the Artist Night w/ Shelley Jund

Dates: April 4th

Time: 5 – 7 pm

Details:  Light snacks will be available alongside drink specials! Enjoy $5 glass pours of both Red and White wines in the mezzanine. Feel free to mingle with the artist and explore the brand new art installations, courtesy of Shelley Jund. For more information on Shelley and her work, visit shelleyjund.com.

Cost: Free!

Event:  Spring Cleaning Merchandise Sale @ Cinder!

Dates: April 1st – April 31st or while supplies last

Details:  Enjoy 20% off EVERYTHING, with the exception of our Cinder Flasks and tumblers. Help us clear out our select Spring cleaning items!

Location: Merchandise room at Cinder Winery. (In-House only)

May - - - Cinsault Rosé Release & Mother's Day Specials

 Event:  Rosé Release Weekend & Mother’s Day Celebration

Date: May 10th, 11th & 12th

Time: 1pm – 6pm

Details: Join us in commemorating the release of our 2023 Rosé of Cinsault and celebrating Mother’s Day all weekend long! Our Sip & Skewers Soiree promises:

      • A skewer grilling station with $5 skewer options.

      • $5 Rosé glass pour specials and Rose by the bottle gift bundles.

      • Enjoy lawn games in our newly re-decorated lawn area!

Additionally, on Saturday the 11th, Cinder will be holding a yoga session hosted by Balance Yoga Idaho. Held from 12-1, gather your friends and unwind together, setting the perfect tone for the upcoming weekend celebration. Free for everyone, sign up here.

We look forward to welcoming you to our event-packed weekend. 

Cost: Attendance is free! Food & Beverage specials available for purchase.

Reservations: Walk-ins welcome, tasting reservations also available: follow this link!

 

June - - - Idaho Wine Month! & Summer Concert Series

Event: Savor Idaho Pop-Up Market

Details: Join us as we host a delightful pop-up market showcasing some of the very vendors who will be featured at Savor Idaho! It’s an opportunity to explore and indulge in the diverse array of offerings from fantastic local artisans:

Capp Shack Barrel Design

Fluff Hardware

Idaho Candle Company

Sweet Leesas

Studio Cork & Craft & Many More….

Date: When: Friday, June 7th

Time: 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Where: Cinder Winery, 107 E. 44th Street, Garden City.

Admission: Free!

Event: Cornhole Tournament @ Cinder

Details:  We’re happy to announce our first ever Cornhole Tournament Series!! These tournaments will take place one Saturday in June, July, and August this summer, and are partnered with Treasure Valley Sports League.

Pool play + double elimination
One free drink ticket + TVSL swag item
Cinder prize baskets for winners
All ages venue
21+ to play

Date: Saturday, June 8th

Tickets: Register your team for only $30!  Buy tickets here.

Event: Savor Idaho

Details: Savor Idaho, the state’s premier wine event, will be held on Sunday, June 9th, 2024 at the beautiful Idaho Botanical Garden. Held during Idaho Wine and Cider Month, come sample from over 30 wineries and cideries from around the state and get a taste of Idaho’s welcoming and approachable wine community. Cinder will have 3 wonderful wine associates pouring ALL DAY. Come stop by and say hi to your favorite winery!

Date: Sunday, June 9th

Tickets: Buy Savor Idaho Tickets here.

Event: Father’s Day: Brats & Bottles

Details: Get ready to celebrate Dad in style! We’re rolling out the red carpet for all the amazing fathers out there with a special event filled with food, drinks, and good vibes. Join us as we fire up the grill and cook up some delicious Bratwurst, perfect for savoring in the sunshine. We’ll also have an array of wine and beer specials available on the lawn, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Feel free to bring along your favorite chairs and blankets to make yourself comfortable as we soak up the summer atmosphere together. 

Live music on Saturday by Tim Stiles on the lawn from 3 – 5 pm.

Date: Saturday & Sunday,  June 15th &16th

Time: 1pm – 6pm

Location: Cinder Winery, 107 E. 44th Street

Admission: This event is open to all, and no tickets are necessary. So mark your calendars, gather your loved ones, and come celebrate Father’s Day weekend with us at Cinder!

Event: Vineyard Experience 

Details:  Get excited for an intimate vineyard experience with our Winemaker, Melanie Krause. Limited to Wine Club Members only, this promises to be an unforgettable day filled with exploration, tastings, and culinary delights!

This exclusive experience is limited to just 12 seats, ensuring an intimate setting where you can interact with Melanie and fellow wine enthusiasts. 

Date: Saturday, June 22nd

Time: 9am – 4pm

Location: Meet at Cinder Winery, 107 E. 44th Street, transportation & lunch (Peaceful Belly) included.

Tickets: $165 / per person. Buy tickets here.

Event: Summer Concert Series: Phil Roy

Date: June 22nd

Details:  Join us at Cinder to kick off our Summer Concert Series! We’re thrilled to showcase the talents of Phil Roy. Originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Phil has a rich history of singing and songwriting. Now based in Boise, Idaho, he continues to write music, cook, and raise his family.

His songs appear in numerous films including the Academy award winners: “As Good As It Gets” and “Leaving Las Vegas”.

“Eccentric, lush + musical… An atmospheric wicked beauty… Uncommonly smooth, yet strange and curious… Enjoy the Roy”
—Tom Waits  (On Phil’s first release “Grouchyfriendly)

The doors will open at 6pm, with the show commencing at 7:30pm. Enjoy food from Sushi Shack Food Truck and wine on tap throughout the event.

July - - - Winemaker Dinner Series, Summer Concert Series & Meet the Artist Night

Event:  Cinder & Veer Wine Project Block Party!

Dates:  July 6th & 7th

Details: Come down to visit Cinder & Veer as we hold a block party between both of our locations. There will be live music, food trucks, lawn games and many more activities. So don’t miss celebrating 4th of July weekend with your two favorite winery neighbors!

Saturday Food Trucks: Sushi Shack & Basquenese. Sunday Food Truck: The Mobile Canteen.

Location: Cinder: 107 E 44th St, Garden City & Veer: 4338 W Chinden Blvd, Garden City

Admission: Free for all!  

Event:  White Wine Dinner @ Cinder

Dates: Saturday, July 13th

Details: Join us at Cinder for an unforgettable evening of exquisite cuisine and wine. Our White Wine Winemaker’s Dinner begins with a welcome drink and passed appetizers, setting the tone for an evening of indulgence and enjoyment.

As you take your seat for the four-course meal prepared by the talented Whitney Fredin Catering, you’ll be treated to a culinary journey like no other. Each course has been expertly paired with a selection of Cinder’s finest white wines, enhancing the flavors and creating a symphony of taste on your palate.

Gather your friends and loved ones for an evening of exceptional food, wine, and company at Cinder’s White Wine Winemaker’s Dinner. Book your spot now!

Tickets:  $100/pp Buy Tickets here!

Dress Code: All Guests Please wear White!

Event: Meet the Artist Night: Kathy Enright

Date:  July 11th

Time: 4pm to 6pm

Details: Meet the new resident Cinder artist, Kathy Enright, browse art, and nibble on small bites. 

Cost: Free

Event: Summer Concert Series: David Poe

Date:  July 9th

Details: Join us at Cinder for our Summer Concert Series! We’re thrilled to showcase the talents of artist David Poe. Poe has toured the world with Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, Tori Amos, The Jayhawks, and Glenn Tilbrook of Squeeze. A composer fellow of the Sundance Institute, his work features in numerous film, TV, dance and theater projects, official selections of the Sundance Film Festival, and commercials for humanitarian projects like the Malala Fund and the You Mean The World Foundation. Website: David Poe

Opening Act by Lindzey Autumn. Lindzey Autumn weaves introspective tales with her heartfelt blend of country and folk. Her soulful voice and poignant lyrics paint landscapes of love, loss, and longing, capturing the essence of human emotion with every chord. Drawing inspiration from artists like Fleetwood Mac, Alison Krauss and Sarah McLachlan, Lindzey’s music resonates deeply, offering listeners a journey through her life’s trials and triumphs. Learn more about Lindzey’s music at lindzeyautumn.com

Enjoy food from Sushi Shack Food Truck, beer, and wine on tap throughout the event.

Time:  Doors open at 6pm. Show starts at 7:30

Event: Live Music in the Garden w/ Tim Stiles

Date: July 19th

Time: 3-6pm

Details: Chill out and enjoy live tunes on our lawn with Tim Stiles! Stay cool with misters & plenty of shade.

Location: Cinder Garden

Event: Bogus Basin Wine Tasting Event on the Mountain

Date: July 27th

Time: 2-4pm

Details: Stop by Bogus Basin to enjoy the Music on the Mountain Event, as well as a hosted wine tasting with Cinder Wines!

Location: On the Simplot/ICCU Lodge patio space to the left of the Double R Ranch next to the grass.

Event: Cinder Pop-Up Market with Rose & Thorn Hat Co. & Livin in Lids.

Date: July 28th

Time: 1pm- 4pm

Details: Come join us for a second official Pop-up market at the winery. We will be collaborating with Rose & Thorn Hat Co. & Livin in Lids to bring you an interactive and fun hat styling market. Bring your hat loving friends, get some wine and customize a brand new hat to add to your collection this summer. Check our their Instagram here!

Location: Cinder Mezzanine @ Cinder Winery

Event: Summer Concert Series: Steve Fulton Music

Date:  July 31st

Details:  Join us at Cinder for our Summer Concert Series! We’re thrilled to showcase the talents of artist Steve Fulton Music. Steve Fulton is an American singer songwriter immersed in the traditions of Americana, folk, and rock genres. From this he has created his own musical recipe with a little funk and reggae occasionally sprinkled in for flavor.

Enjoy food from The Farmboy Food Truck, beer, and wine on tap throughout the event.

Opening Act by Eric Henderson a singer/songwriter currently out of Boise, ID.

Time:  Doors open at 6pm. Show starts at 7:30

Buy Tickets Here.

About — SFM – Steve Fulton Music

August - - - Winemaker Dinner & Summer Concert Series Continues & Flask Fill Specials

Event:  Winemakers Dinner & Camping @ Anderson Reserve

Dates: August 8th

Time: 6:30 PM

Details: We are excited to announce a special event featuring Cinder Winery at Anderson Reserve in Sweet, Idaho! Join Winemaker Melanie Krause and the Cinder crew for a delightful 5-course meal paired with our finest wines on Thursday, August 8th at 6:30 PM.  Secure your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable evening of exquisite food and wine in a beautiful setting! 

Tickets:  $100pp. Buy Tickets Here.

Staying overnight? Ticket includes optional free camping on site, please email [email protected] to reserve your camp space.

Event: Dink & Drink @ the Flying Pickle – w/ Cinder Wines

Date: Friday, August 16th

Time: Court time runs 4-6 PM or 6-8 PM. Food and drinks run 6-8 PM or 8-10 PM

Details: Join us for a night of pickleball, great wine, and delicious food! The event begins with 2 hours of pickleball where you will be divided by level and move up and down the ladder. Each match you will split, giving you lots of opportunities to play with lots of player.

Next, join us on the mezzanine to taste and learn about Cinder’s award-winning wines and enjoy food pairings by the Kitchen.

Age: 21+ only. All skill levels welcome!!

Tickets & Pricing: Buy Tickets Here

Investor, Pro, Member (Flying Pickle membership level) – from current day until all the lessons in the future: $25.00

Non flying pickle member – from current day until all the lessons in the future: $35.00

Location: The Flying Pickle, 1135 N Hickory Ave STE 110, Meridian, ID 83642

Event: Summer Concert Series: Eilen Jewell – SOLD OUT!

Date: Aug 20th

Details: Join us at Cinder for our Summer Concert Series! We’re thrilled to showcase the talents of artist Eilen Jewell. Over the course of nearly two decades on the road, the Idaho native has crisscrossed the US, Europe, and Australia countless times, playing an endless series of headline and festival dates in addition to sharing bills with the likes of Lucinda Williams, Loretta Lynn, Mavis Staples, Wanda Jackson, George Jones, Emmylou Harris, and The Blind Boys of Alabama. Rolling Stone lauded Jewell’s “clever writing,” while NPR declared that she has a “sweet and clear voice with a killer instinct lurking beneath the shiny surface.”

Opening act by Johnney Kunk!

Kanak Attack Food Truck will be onsite for the concert.

Time:  Doors open at 6pm. Show starts at 7:30

Buy Tickets Here.

Eilen Jewell

Event: Cornhole Tournament @ Cinder

Date: Saturday, August 31st

Details:  Join us for 2 out of our 3 Cornhole Tournaments in our Cornhole Series!! These tournaments will take place one Saturday in June, July, and August this summer, and are partnered with Treasure Valley Sports League.

Pool play + double elimination
One free drink ticket + TVSL swag item
Cinder prize baskets for winners
All ages venue
21+ to play

Tickets: Register your team for only $30! Tickets available here!

Event: Flask Fill Specials All Month!

Details: Make sure you have your Cinder “flask” filled with great wines for your own Summer Adventures! Special discounts on flask fills to be announced!

September- - - Fall Release Begins, PickUp Parties & Crush Tours Begin!

Event: Fall Release Tastings Begin!

Dates: Tastings featured from September 4th – Oct 31st

Details:  New vintages and creations from Winemaker Melanie Krause will become available to Wine Club Members.  Make a reservation and enjoy a complimentary tasting of all the newest wines, then customize your order.

Reservations:  TBA

Event: Fall Release Pick Up Parties!

Dates: Saturday September 14th & Sunday September 22nd

Details: A fun and laid back affair, you’ll get to rub elbows with the Winemaking team while enjoying the new wines and some gorgeous food pairings! 

Tickets: TBA

Event: Crush Tours Begin!

Dates: TBA

Times: Every 30 minutes between 1pm – 5pm

Details: Small groups of 4 take a guided tour through our winery and learn about Harvest, Crush and the Winemaking process.  This is an informative 2 hour adventure open to Club Members & their guests only.  Don’t miss this opportunity to get your “learn on” and taste some grape juice as it transforms into wine! 

Reservations: TBA

October - - - Fall Release continues, Hallo-Wine, Harvest & Meet the Artist Night!

Event: Fall Release Tastings continues… 

Date: Tastings featured from September 4th – Oct 31st

Details:  New vintages and creations from Winemaker Melanie Krause will become available to Wine Club Members.  Make a reservation and enjoy a complimentary tasting of all the newest wines, then customize your order.

Reservations:  TBA

Event: Harvest Dance Party

Date: October 5th

Time: 7:30pm

Details:We host one dance party foot stomp event during October.  You’ll get a Harvest Tour of the winemaking process and then we will put you to work stomping grapes and having fun.  The experience will happen after hours at Cinder, include dinner and live music. Wines by the glass will be available for purchase. A perfect opportunity to kick back, and dance your heart our while stomping grapes!

Tickets: Coming Soon

Event: Happy Hallo-Wine 

Date: Saturday, October 26th.

Time: Party runs from 1-6pm. 

Details: Ready to dress up, have fun and sip gorgeous wines?  We’ll have a photo booth, drink specials and a costume contest with great prizes.  Candy for the little ones and even a costume category for pets.  Leashes on all dogs please…and most children after their second piece of candy. Cheers! 

Costume Contest:  Award Ceremony at 4:00 pm.  Categories include:  Man, Woman, Kid, Family, Couple and Best Pet!

Cost: Free! 

Event: Meet the Artist Night

Date: July 4th

Time: 4pm to 6pm

Details: Meet the new resident Cinder artist, browse art, listen to a live DJ, and nibble on small bites

Cost: Free

November - - - Holiday Shipping Deals, Barrel Tasting & Toy Drive Begins!

Event: Barrel Tasting Weekend!  

Date: Friday & Saturday, November 29th and 30th (1-6pm).

Details: A annual tradition open to everyone!  Bring you family and that crazy cousin of yours to our winery on Thanskgiving Weekend!  (Get them OUT of your House!). You’ll meet our Winemakers as they sample wines directly from the barrel and talk to you about winemaking insights.  There will be Holiday Sales galore!  

Tickets:  Free but asking you make a small donation!  Drop some cash in the jar for The Boys & Girl’s Club and we will donate 100% of the proceeds from both days! No reservations, everyone welcome! Walk – ins only, please reserve a time slot with our hostess upon arrival.

Specials: Plenty of great offerings, including in our merchandise area.  Enjoy the Holiday spirit! 

Free Glass of Wine:  Bring an unwrapped, age-appropriate gift and receive a ticket for a complimentary drink.  This is the first day of our Annual Boys & Girls Toy Drive!  

Event: Annual Toy Drive!  – TBA 

Date: TBA 

Details:  A annual tradition that warms the heart and the body.  Bring an unwrapped age-appropriate gift to the winery and receive a complimentary glass of wine.  (limit 1 per customer).

Event: Sip & Ship! 

Date: November 29th through December 17th. 

Details:  Come play Santa during Tasting Room hours.  You sit down at any available seat and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine while you fill out our Holiday Order Card for your Wine Loving Friends & Family! Bring your address book and take advantage of our great Shipping Deals and Holiday Packages! Everyone loves “Cinder under the Tree!” 

December - - - Holiday Deals continue & Ugly Sweater Party!

Event: Sip & Ship!  – Through December 17th 

Date: Ends December 17th.

Details:  Come play Santa during Tasting Room hours.  You sit down at any available seat and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine while you fill out our Holiday Order Card for your Wine Loving Friends & Family! Bring your address book and take advantage of our great Shipping Deals and Holiday Packages! Everyone loves “Cinder under the Tree!” 

Event: Annual Toy Drive!  – TBA 

Date: TBA 

Details:  A annual tradition that warms the heart and the body.  Bring an unwrapped age-appropriate gift to the winery and receive a complimentary glass of red wine. 

Event: Ugly Sweater Party:  

Date: TBA

Time: 1pm – 6pm 

Details:You know the drill… wear your ridiculous Holiday Outift and enjoy the wine and sights! Discount on your first glass of wine if you are wearing something special like an ugly sweater or Holiday themed outfit.

Note: Final Day of our Annual Toy Drive…bring an unwrapped, age-appropriate gift and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine! 

Planning a Trip to Visit Cinder?

Come stay at one of our wonderful Hotel Partners in Garden City & Boise Area. For more info on accommodations and Cinder exclusive hotel promo codes please reach out to Nikki at [email protected]

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