The Four Seasons Wine Tasting Dinners are held Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter and are hosted by Jay Raffaldini. Each dinner features four seasonal food courses and four specially chosen wines to complement the food. Culinary and wine descriptions will be given during the evening to enhance your enjoyment.
This is an opportunity to share your food and wine passion with like-minded friends. The atmosphere will be relaxed and casual with a focus on meeting new friends and enjoying la dolce vita.
Join owner Jay Raffaldini and long time NC resident and outdoors-man Steve Nelson, as they show you the way through the Raffaldini woods and vineyards.
Wear sensible walking shoes and prepare yourself for a moderate 90 minute hike followed by a hearty luncheon which of course includes wine! During the hike, Jay will share details of the vineyard and Steve will share his love of the woods.
Ticket includes a guided hike, lunch and two glasses of wine.
Join Barbara Raffaldini as she welcomes Chef, Belinda Smith-Sullivan, while she demonstrates how to turn your favorite Raffaldini wine into a delicious wine cocktail.
Chef Belinda will also tell us more about her recently released book – Cocktails, Southern Style: Pours, Drinks, Sips, and Bites; which explores the deep-rooted cocktail traditions of the South, combining history, techniques, bold flavors, and southern hospitality.
The price of the ticket includes a copy of her book, specialty wine cocktails, and light bites. Tickets will be $57.50 for General Admission and wine club member discounts will be applied at checkout.
🍂 Fall Italian Baking Class
Join us for a cozy and delicious afternoon of seasonal Italian baking! Learn how to make two classic autumn desserts: Apple Crostata (Crostata di Mele)—a rustic, golden tart layered with sweet apples—and Calabrian Walnut Cake (Torta di Noci), a beautifully simple cake enhanced by the rich, earthy flavor of walnuts.
Chef Nguyet will provide fun step-by-step demonstrations and you will receive recipe cards to take home as well a tasting of the delicious desserts and of course, wine. Whether you’re an experienced baker or simply love Italian sweets, this class is the perfect way to embrace the flavors of fall.
Tickets include:
• Live baking demonstration
• Recipe cards to take home
• Two glasses of wine
📍 Event Details:
• Date: Sunday, November 2, 2025
• Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Location: The Fattoria
🍫 Cioccolato Class
Join us for a decadent afternoon celebrating one of Italy’s most beloved indulgence—chocolate! In this fun class, you’ll explore three classic Italian chocolate desserts: Torta Caprese, a rich flourless chocolate and almond cake from Capri; Chocolate Budino, a silky, pudding-like treat; and Chocolate Gelato, luxuriously smooth and deeply flavorful.
During with class you will receive step-by-step demonstrations from classically trained Chef Nguyet, recipe cards to take home, and a tasting of each paired with delicious Raffaldini wine. You do not want to miss this sweet experience just in time for the holidays!
Tickets include:
• Live baking demonstration
• Recipe cards to take home
• Two glasses of wine
📍 Event Details:
• Date: Sunday, November 23, 2025
• Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Location: The Fattoria
Join us for a unique, hands-on experience where you’ll help craft the next Raffaldini Grande Riserva! Spend two hours in our winery’s barrel room with Owner Jay Raffaldini, learning about blending different varietals to create the perfect wine. Each blend you make will be assessed and could inspire our next vintage! You’ll get to meet other wine lovers and experience winemaking in action. Don’t miss out on being part of our wine’s story!
Join us for a unique, hands-on experience where you’ll help craft the next Raffaldini Grande Riserva! Spend two hours in our winery’s barrel room with Owner Jay Raffaldini, learning about blending different varietals to create the perfect wine. Each blend you make will be assessed and could inspire our next vintage! You’ll get to meet other wine lovers and experience winemaking in action. Don’t miss out on being part of our wine’s story!
Join us for a unique, hands-on experience where you’ll help craft the next Raffaldini Grande Riserva! Spend two hours in our winery’s barrel room with Owner Jay Raffaldini, learning about blending different varietals to create the perfect wine. Each blend you make will be assessed and could inspire our next vintage! You’ll get to meet other wine lovers and experience winemaking in action. Don’t miss out on being part of our wine’s story!
Join us for a unique, hands-on experience where you’ll help craft the next Raffaldini Grande Riserva! Spend two hours in our winery’s barrel room with Owner Jay Raffaldini, learning about blending different varietals to create the perfect wine. Each blend you make will be assessed and could inspire our next vintage! You’ll get to meet other wine lovers and experience winemaking in action. Don’t miss out on being part of our wine’s story!
Join us for a unique, hands-on experience where you’ll help craft the next Raffaldini Grande Riserva! Spend two hours in our winery’s barrel room with Owner Jay Raffaldini, learning about blending different varietals to create the perfect wine. Each blend you make will be assessed and could inspire our next vintage! You’ll get to meet other wine lovers and experience winemaking in action. Don’t miss out on being part of our wine’s story!
