Wine, food, and music come to the Meadowlands Racetrack against the backdrop of live harness racing on Saturday, June 24.
VIP admission for early wine sampling in the Backyard begins at 4 p.m., with General Admission opening at 5 p.m. Live harness racing takes off at 6:20 p.m.
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Wine from more than 40 wineries will be poured until 9 p.m. and include specialties from Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, New Zealand, and California.
Festival goers can sample Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Champagne, Zinfandel, Pinot Grigio, Prosecco, Rosè, Sangrias, Moscatos, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and much more.
Among the wines to taste will be Old Soul Petite Sirah, Cambria Pinot Noir, Belaire Rare Rosè, Dry Creek Fume Blanc, Gemma di Luna Pinot Grigio and Boen Chardonnay.
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The festival is also featuring a selection from Napa Valley-based winery OneHope. One of the world’s largest direct to consumer wineries, OneHope has donated over $8 million to local and global causes. The festival will feature OneHope’s Brut Sparkling, Red Blend Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon.
A winery and wine list is available here. The list will be updated as wineries are confirmed.
The VIP ticket is $65 and includes an additional one hour of sampling, exclusive VIP Tent wine samplings, and food. General Admission is available in advance for $45 or at the door for $50. Purchase tickets here.