SEPTEMBER

SUNNYSLOPE WINE MONTH

Your September in Idaho Wine Country

Sunnyslope wineries come alive with harvest, vineyard views, live music, food, wine, and exclusive offers all month long.

Wine Club For a Day

All September long, you’re invited to experience what it’s like to be part of our wineries’ wine clubs!

With your Wine Club for a Day coupon, you’ll unlock exclusive perks at any participating Sunnyslope winery. Each winery has its own unique club benefits—think complimentary tastings, special discounts, and insider treatment. Simply choose the winery you’d like to visit, present your coupon, and enjoy your member-for-a-day experience.

• Valid September 1–30, 2025
• Single use, one winery of your choice
• Discover what makes each wine club special

Coupons were first shared at the Sunnyslope Wine Festival and are now available directly at participating wineries. Ask at the tasting room to get yours and start sipping like a member!

Winery Events

Devil’s Bedstead
Welcome to Sunnyslope’s newest winery!
Visit Friday - Sunday, 12PM - 5 PM. Please make reservations either online or by calling. 

Saturday, 9/6, 2:30PM - 5:30 PM

Girls Day at your favorite western winery—permanent jewelry, mini tattoos, piercings, and lots of wine. Celebrate friendship and treat yourself!

Friday, 9/12, 2PM - 4PM

Sunnyslope Grape Jam: Enjoy live music with Olivia Frost. 

Saturday, 9/20, 2PM - 4PM

Enjoy live music with Valarie Mulberry and Bite Me Food Truck

Saturday, 9/27, 12:30PM

Chicken Drop Bingo! Pick a square; if the chicken “makes her mark” on yours, you win! Family-friendly; winners must be 21+. Buy a can, get a free square. Free to watch and cheer. Patriot Food Express serving Asian-inspired cuisine

Friday, 9/5, 6PM - 8PM

Flamingo Flower Farm Night at Franz Witte—live music by Billy Braun, wines by Famici, Sear & Savor burgers, Slay the Snow shaved ice, and cut-your-own bouquets. Free admission, all ages—bring a chair or blanket!

Sunday, 9/7, 12PM - 5PM

Harvesting is one of the most rewarding parts of winemaking! Stop by and raise a glass of Primitivo and make a toast to the 2025 vintage of this truly amazing varietal and one of Famici’s fan favorites.

Saturday, 9/13, 2PM - 5PM

Sunnyslope Grape Jam: Enjoy live music with Dan Cribb

Friday, 9/19, 6:30PM - 8:30PM: Sip & paint a “Vineyard Harvest” design on a wine stave (a curved barrel slat). Led by Amy of Paint Box. Ticket includes instruction, all supplies, and one glass of wine (NA options available). Reserve your spot! 

Saturday-Sunday, 9/20-9/21, 2PM - 5PM

Live opera performances by Gemma Arts, surrounded by vineyard views and a glass of your favorite Famici wine in hand. Don’t miss this perfect pairing of wine, music, and artistry. 

Sunday, 9/21, 12PM - 5PM

Vermentino and Cabernet Sauvignon Harvest. Stop by and celebrate another hard working year, and the fruits of their labor.

Saturday, 9/27, 1PM - 4PM

Enjoy Melt Food Truck

Sunday, 9/28, 12PM - 5PM

Experience the vineyard in a whole new way, watch the local Plein Air Painters of Idaho(PAPI) artists capturing the spirit of the harvest season in real time.

Saturday, 9/20, 1PM - 5PM

First annual Sip and Shop Market at the Estate! Enjoy several local vendors selling goods, delicious BBQ to eat, and of course yummy Fujishin wines to drink while you shop around.

Saturday, 9/6, 12PM - 5PM

Celebrate our 2022 Tempranillo release plus our first-ever Estate Grown 2022 Tempranillo. Taste fresh Tempranillo grapes and enjoy grazing bites. Prefer white? Swap at pickup or add a Viognier for $15.  Vineyard walk 12:30–1:00 PM.

Wednesday - Thursday, 9/17-9/18, 12PM - 5PM

With the kids back in school, it’s time for the adults to enjoy a little homework of their own-wine homework! Stop by to explore our wine library and enjoy 20% of all bottles of library wine.

Friday - Sunday, 9/19-9/21, 12PM - 5PM

Taste through time with a vertical flight of our 2019, 2020, and 2021 Syrah. This guided tasting is just $15 and a perfect way to experience how vintage and cellar aging shape our wines.

Hells Canyon & Zhoo Zhoo Wines
Sunday, 9/7, starting at 11:30AM

Wine Club Members enjoy your September Wine Pick up an Heritage Club Tasting

Tuesday, 9/9, 7PM

Beer vs. Wine Pairing with Chris & Bob Belmont (Belmont Brew House) and Hadley, Steve & Leslie Robertson (Hells Canyon Winery). Enjoy three small plates, each paired with a craft beer and a Hells Canyon wine—compare how each pairing transforms the dish. Reserve your seat HERE

Saturday, 9/20, starting at 12PM

Launching our Vine to Wine Interpretive Trail—sip and stroll the vineyard with a numbered-post guide and brochure. Guided walk with Holly at 12:15. Boots recommended.

Friday, 9/5, 6PM - 9PM

Fall Release Party, enjoy the new releases, live music by Joseph Lyle and food from The Hood Food Truck. Open to the public, must make reservations.

Saturday, 9/6, 12PM - 5PM

Fall Release Continues, enjoy the new releases, live music by The James Gang and food from Melt Food Truck, and Owyhee Charcuterie. Open to the public, must make reservations.

Friday, 9/19, 5PM - 8PM

Sippin’ in the Sunset! Live music by Jordan Shaw, food from Right Side of the Boat food truck and The Farmboy food truck. Purchase tickets online.

Saturday, 9/20, 1PM–6:30PM

Huston Vineyards debuts the Brave & Bold Red Blend. Enjoy an exclusive tasting 1–3PM of the full Vandal wine series, then a Vandal Tailgate & Watch Party at 3PM (Idaho vs. San Jose State, televised). Pre-purchase pickups available. Tailgate food for purchase, commemorative glass for ticketholders, and RV tailgate spots for an overnight among the vines.

Thursday, 9/4, 6PM - 9PM

The Last Thursday Date Night of the year! Enjoy live music by Curtis Laib, and food by Wildwood Charcuterie Cart and The Cheescake Taylor

Saturday, 9/6, 1PM - 3:30PM

 Enjoy live music by Carol & Spike.

Sunday, 9/7, starting at 11AM

Last Wine & Yoga of the year. Sign up HERE

Sunday, 9/7, 1PM - 3:30PM

Enjoy live music by Day Job View and food by Bellyful 208 Food Truck and The Cheescake Taylor

Every Friday, 4PM-7PM

Enjoy live music from 4-7 pm, plus BOGO glasses of wine

Friday, 9/12, 6PM - 8PM

Tuscany Wine Dinner by Under the Table Boise—multi-course pairings with Kerry Hill wines, and vineyard walk. Live music by Better Than Jam. Special guests: CJ Northrup (BSU/Famici), James & Sydney Nederend (Koenig & Scoria), Will Wetmore (Veer Wine), Hailey Mender (3100 Cellars), and Corbin Maxey.

Saturday, 9/13, 2PM - 5PM
Sunnyslope Grape Jam: Enjoy live music by Wade Graves.
Friday, 9/19, starting at 5:45PM

 Wine & Dine at TimberStone Golf Course — 9 holes (5:45 shotgun). $195 per couple (members $100). Includes entry, green & cart fees, a bottle of wine, Kerry Hill tasting, and dinner after the round. Register at 208-639-6900.

Friday, 9/5, 6PM–9PM

Sunset Music Series with Camille Hugo—Kindred wines, golden-hour views, and wood-fired pizza (until 8:30). $10 cover (waived with bottle purchase; free for Wine Club). Wine by the glass or bottle only (no tastings).

Saturday - Sunday, 9/6-9/7, 12PM - 7PM

September Wine Release Celebration at Kindred Vineyards & Winery—taste our new releases (tastings only). Bottles are Wine Club exclusive. Special: buy a bottle during the event and get a bucket of balls for the range—wine + swings!

Friday, 9/12, 6PM–9PM

Sunset Music Series with Double Down—Kindred wines, golden-hour views, and wood-fired pizza (until 8:30). $10 cover (waived with bottle purchase; free for Wine Club). Wine by the glass or bottle only (no tastings).

Friday, 9/19, 6PM–9PM

Sunset Music Series with Rochelle and the James Gang—Kindred wines, golden-hour views, and wood-fired pizza (until 8:30). $10 cover (waived with bottle purchase; free for Wine Club). Wine by the glass or bottle only (no tastings).

Friday–Sunday, 9/26–9/28, 12PM–7PM

Oktoberfest at Kindred Vineyards — enjoy live music, the famous beer cheese pizza, favorite wines & local brews, and all the fall cheer. Dress in your lederhosen or dirndl and raise a glass—Prost!

Saturday, 9/13, 6PM - 9PM

Enjoy live music by Lucky Tongue and Parma Ridge’s own Bistro Specials 

Saturday, 9/20, 6PM - 9PM

Enjoy live music by Rochelle and the James Gang and Parma Ridge’s own Bistro Specials 

Every Friday, 5PM–9PM

Summer Sunsets: Enjoy extended hours with Snake River views, live music, award-winning wine, draft beer, mimosas, and more.

Saturday, 9/13, 6:30PM–8:30PM

Wine Club Pairing Night—taste Sawtooth’s award-winning wines with curated small bites. Additional glasses & bottles available; select Library wines by the bottle only. Free event for Wine Club members only.

Every Friday in September, 1PM–4PM

Wine Down Fridays at Ste. Chapelle—complimentary Mexican corn dip with chips, your favorite wines, and sweeping Snake River Valley views.

Sunday, 9/7, 1PM - 4PM

Enjoy Live saxophone jazz.

Saturday, 9/13, 6PM–8PM

Sunnyslope Grape Jam with Petty Theft. Gates & Wine Bar open at 4PM. Tickets: Wine Club $35, GA $40 (each includes a complimentary glass). Under 21 free—bring the family!

Sunday, 9/14, 1PM - 4PM

Doggies on the Deck: Bring your best furry friend for an afternoon of wine, sunshine, and wagging tails! We can’t wait to welcome you to this paw-some event!

Sunday, 9/21, 12PM–4PM

Ste. Chapelle 50th Anniversary Harvest Festival — free celebration with DJ music, food trucks, Vendor Village & Farmers Market, games, cornhole, face painting & a jump house. Wine Club pickup with complimentary food + gift corkscrew and allocation tastings in a special 50th glass. Legacy VIP Happy Hour with limited VIP tables.

Friday 9/26, 6PM - 9PM

Winery After Hours featuring Jordan Shaw — free admission. Wine Bar open, food truck onsite. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for our Vineyard Park.

Every Friday, 4PM - 6PM: Vizcaya Happy Hour

Two for one wine by the glass. Appetizers are available during Happy Hour.

Every Saturday(Ends 9/20)

Find Vizcaya at the Boise Farmers Market (1500 Shoreline Dr), and at the Nampa Farmers Market (Lloyd Square). Pre-order for quick pickup.

Wednesday, 9/10, starting at 5:30PM

Paint & Sip with Shantel Barton—classic, country-themed art with step-by-step guidance. $25 per person (includes paints, canvas, instruction). Wine by the glass or bottle for purchase; build-your-own charcuterie available. Reserve via the event link. Class requires 10 students; refunds issued if not met. Questions? Text 208-899-5005 or email artandsoulidaho@gmail.com.

Saturday, 9/13, 12PM–3PM

Wine & Weave with Barbara Balkin (Back Gate Studio) at Williamson Orchards & Vineyards. Create a branch-loom wall hanging—$47/person, includes all materials + guided instruction. Limited to 22. Sip Williamson wines; Graze & Gather Mobile Charcuterie onsite.

Saturday, 9/27, 10AM–12PM

 The Big Brunch Stomp & Toss at Williamson Vineyards (14807 Sunnyslope Rd, Caldwell). Brunch from Bolton Brothers Kitchen ($14 entree voucher included), first glass on us (NA option for DD/under-21), Sunnyslope views, grape stomp, and Hot Potato Toss with prizes. Family-friendly. Tickets: $30 GP / $20 Wine Club / $22 DD–Under 21. Grab your tickets!

Attending Wineries

Special Guest Wineries

Food/Music

Live Music

Dan Cribb

12:00 - 2:15 pm

Wesley George

2:45 - 5pm

Winemaker’s Dinner

A Sunnyslope Wine Trail 5 Course Wine-Pairing Dinner

Special Bundle Deal - order a bundle ticket for the Winemaker’s Dinner August 31 and the Wine Festival, Sept 1st and SAVE! 

Want free tickets to the festival? We are looking for event volunteers! Sign up HERE

Aug 31st: Winemaker's Reserve Dinner

On August 31st, from 6 - 9pm, Experience all things Sunnyslope on the lawn at Huston Vineyards as the Sunnyslope Wine Trail presents the Sunnyslope Festival Winemaker’s Dinner with wines from multiple Sunnyslope wineries, paired with a BBQ menu from Indian Creek Steakhouse. Enjoy the breadth of varietals and wine maker craftsmanship with each wine and food pairing. Guests arrive and enjoy a wine tasting in the courtyard, followed by two passed appetizers and a seated salad, dinner and dessert course. Each course paired perfectly with an award wine from a Sunnyslope Winery.

Ticket Details:
  • Date: August 31st, 2024
  • Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location: Huston Vineyards Event Center, 16755 Chicken Dinner Road, Caldwell, ID 83607
Bundle and Save! The Special Bundle Deal includes tickets for both the Winemakers Dinner and the Sunnyslope Wine Festival
On the Menu:

First Pairing: Applewood Smoked Shrimp Skewers

Second Pairing: Peach Glazed Tenderloin Kabobs

Third Pairing: Traditional Green Salad with Housemade Dressing

Fourth Pairing: (Main) Choice of Fresh Atlantic Salmon Fillet or Snake River Farms Ribeye, with Local Roasted Rosemary Fingerling Potatoes and Fresh Seasonal Veggies

Fifth Pairing: Seasonal Cobbler with Whip Cream

Wine pairings to be announced.

Wineries attending:
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