Wine lovers enamored of the rich, robust wines of Amador County in California’s picturesque Sierra Foothills can soon savor them to their heart’s content. On Saturday, October 2nd and Sunday, October 3rd, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 34 member wineries of the Amador Vintners will host “The Big Crush,” the vintners’ annual Harvest Wine Festival. For two days during the heart of the grape harvest season, Amador aficionados can partake of great wine, food, music and other harvest festivities amidst the scenic beauty of Amador Wine Country.       

In addition to a diverse assortment of fine wines poured from both bottle and barrel, including the region’s trademark old-vine zinfandels, “Big Crush” attendees will be treated to gourmet foods, live music at many wineries, and a big raffle for prizes, including coveted Amador wines and complimentary wine country dining, lodging and transportation.  

Tickets for the “Big Crush,” good for both days of the event and all activities, are $30 per person in advance and $35 on event days at participating wineries. Sunday only Tickets are available for $20 each in advance and $25 on Sunday at participating wineries. Each ticket includes a commemorative vintage wine glass.  Must be 21 years of age or older.

Presale tickets must be purchased by September 28th.  After September 28th you can still purchase tickets at participating wineries during the event for an additional $5.

• Event is held rain or shine. 
• Tickets are non-refundable. 
• Children are not allowed at winery association events. 
• Must show photo I.D. as proof of age.