Iron Horse Vineyards Year of the Horse Celebration at Empress by Boon
2026-02-21 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Empress by Boon, 838 Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94108, United States
Iron Horse Vineyards x Empress by Boon Year of the Horse Celebration: Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, 12pm – 2pm

What better way to toast to the New Year than with the excitement of delicious sparkling wines? Welcome the Year of the Horse with AWAA Member Winery Iron Horse Vineyards at Empress by Boon in San Francisco’s historic Chinatown for a festive celebration with curated pairings of Iron Horse Vineyards’ acclaimed sparkling wines and the exquisite cuisine of Michelin-starred Chef Ho Chee Boon, led by AWAA President & Co-Founder Susan R Lin, Master of Wine, and Iron Horse Vineyards’ Partner/CEO Joy Sterling.
Join us for this festive and joyful gathering! 🥂 🧧 🥟
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RD Winery Lunar New Year Celebration
2026-02-21 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | RD Winery, 3 Executive Way, Napa, 94558, United States
RD Winery Lunar New Year Celebration: Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, 4pm – 7pm

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with RD Winery! In Vietnamese, the celebration is called Tết, which means festival. Join the festivities at the winery for an RD-style Tết with wine, food, music, and performances among friends. We’re ushering in the year of the horse—symbolic of strength, freedom, and forward momentum. All ages are welcome. Tickets: $15 for Adults, $10 for Children 12 and under

Join us for this festive and joyful gathering! 🧧 🥟

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San Francisco Symphony Lunar New Year Celebration
2026-02-28 16:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, 94012, United States
San Francisco Symphony Lunar New Year Celebration: Feb. 28, 2026

Join the San Francisco Symphony for its Year of the Horse celebration at Davies Symphony Hall, a joyful Lunar New Year tradition honoring the Asian cultures that shape our vibrant Bay Area community.

The evening comes to life with lively preconcert festivities and receptions, leading into a concert that celebrates Lunar New Year customs old and new through dynamic performances and vibrant artistry. The festivities culminate in an elegant banquet that unites guests in celebration, connection, and the joy of the season.

Featured AWAA Member Wineries include:

Adonna Wines
Akiyoshi Wines/LangeTwins
Duncan Peak Vineyards
Ektimo Wines
Iron Horse Vineyards
RD Winery
Sunset Cellars

Proceeds from the event support the Symphony’s artistic, education, and community programs, ensuring music continues to inspire and connect people across the Bay Area.

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A Taste of Spring: Vinum Wine Bar x AWAA
2026-03-21 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Vinum Japanese Fusion & Bar, 2025 Newpark Mall, Newark, CA, 94560, United States
A Taste of Spring: Vinum Wine Bar x AWAA | March 21, 2026 | 1 – 4 pm

Join us at Vinum Wine Bar for an exclusive tasting event celebrating the first day of spring. We are bringing together four exceptional wineries for an afternoon of discovery, storytelling, and, of course, incredible pours.🍷

Early bird tickets are only $25 up until March 6th!

Enjoy the delicious wines of these AWAA Member Wineries:

Marchelle Wines
Kazumi Wines
Mikami Vineyards
Sunset Cellars

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Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco Gala
2026-04-16 17:00 - 23:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | De Young Museum, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco Gala | April 16, 2026 | 5pm

This premier fundraising event is a dazzling black-tie celebration where art, creativity, and community come together – with incredible wine from AWAA member vintners, of course. Join cultural leaders, artists, and dedicated supporters to celebrate the Museums’ bold exhibition program, dynamic public offerings, and impactful access initiatives. Stay for Late Night, the Annual Gala’s ultimate after-party, where you’ll enjoy exclusive after-hours access to the de Young with playful pop-up activations by local artists throughout the museum, capturing the creative pulse of the Bay Area. The evening culminates with an unforgettable headliner performance in Wilsey Court.
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Asia Society of Northern California Gala
2026-04-23 17:00 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | City Club SF, 155 Sansome Street, San Francisco, 94104, United States
Asia Society of Northern California: Game Changers West Awards Gala | April 23, 2026 | 5pm

Join us in celebrating Asian leadership and innovation at the Asia Society 2026 Game Changers West Awards Gala. Congratulations to honoree Akiko Freeman of Freeman Winery! Enjoy wines from AWAA Member Iron Horse Vineyards and community member ShunYi Cellars, along with craft cocktails and delicious pairings. The Asia Society Northern California Center presents timely and relevant forums for educating and engaging the public about the critical issues facing the United States, Asia, and the world through conferences, private Executive Roundtable briefings, panel discussions, cultural programs, and networking events and dinners.
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AWAA Tasting Passport - AAPI Heritage Month (May)
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-31 | Winery Tasting Rooms & Vin en Noir Tasting Salon
AWAA Tasting Passport: Experience Asian-Made Wines Throughout May to Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month

The AWAA Wine Passport (May 1 – May 31) is your all-access ticket to discover Asian American winemaking across Northern California. For $50, enjoy one (1) complimentary standard tasting per winery, per passport holder at participating tasting rooms, plus entry to an AWAA Downtown Napa Tasting Salon at Vin En Noir with rotating pop-up wineries every Saturday in May from 12–6 pm. Proceeds support AWAA’s mission to champion Asian representation in wine through advocacy, community engagement, and professional development. With tasting experiences valued at $250+, the Passport is an easy way to explore new producers, meet the people behind the bottles, and support AWAA’s mission to expand Asian representation in wine culture.

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Participating Tasting Rooms:

Ektimo Vineyards
Iron Horse Vineyards
LangeTwins / Akiyoshi
Marchelle Wines
Napa de Oro Winery
Noria Wines
RD Winery
Sakura Wines
Sunset Cellars

Participating Vintners at the Downtown Napa Tasting Salon (Saturdays, 12 – 6pm):

Duncan Peak Vineyards
iNapa Estate Winery
Kazumi Wines
Leap of Grapes
Mikami Vineyards
Six Cloves Wines
Sunshine Valley Vineyard

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Nippon Kobo x AWAA: Live Music Performance & Wine in an Art Gallery
2026-05-02 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hosfelt Gallery, 260 Utah Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
Nippon Kobo: Ma(間): Space Between All Things | May 2, 2026 | 6pm

Witness an intimate live musical performance in an art gallery setting while enjoying AWAA member wines at the pre- and post-concert receptions and during the performance with your bento box dinner. Meet the proprietors of Mikami Vineyards, Kazumi Wines, and Six Cloves Wines and explore their handcrafted wines and philosophy. Learn from the vintners and musicians in a panel discussion. Nippon Kobo presents this collaborative showcase featuring leading Japanese artists, creators and entrepreneurs, offering an immersive experience in contemporary Japanese music and culture.
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2026 APA Heritage Awards & Community Gala
2026-05-06 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | San Francisco City Hall, 1 Dr Carlton B Goodlett Pl., San Francisco, 94102, United States
2026 APA Heritage Awards & Community Gala | May 6, 2026

Join San Francisco’s signature kickoff event for AAPI Heritage Month: A festive evening celebrating community, honoring civic organizations and AAPI youth, and bringing people together across the city. APASF’s Gala is the largest Pan-Asian community celebration of the year and a uniquely wonderful opportunity for AWAA Members and Supporters to join the festivities. Guests will enjoy a catered reception featuring diverse Asian cuisine, cultural performances showcasing AAPI talent, and beverages including wines from AWAA Member Vintner Kale Wines and Duncan Peak Vineyards!

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Wine, Sake, and Heritage Celebration in SF Japantown
2026-05-21 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hotel Kabuki, 1625 Post Street, San Francisco, 94115
Wine, Sake, and Heritage | May 21, 2026 | 5pm – 7pm | Hotel Kabuki, SF Japantown

AWAA partners with the APA Heritage Foundation, the Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco, and the Nihonmachi Street Fair for a celebration of AAPI Heritage Month at the storied Hotel Kabuki in the heart of historic San Francisco Japantown. Meet the proprietors and taste the exquisite wines of AWAA Member Vintners Adonna Wines, Marchelle Wines, and Sakura Winery. Sample sake from renowned local producers. This is a unique opportunity to taste the diversity of excellence in AAPI winemaking and sake, and to learn the unique stories behind the craft.

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Mastering the Art of Pairing Wine with Indian Cuisine – Webinar
2026-06-24 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | TX
The Asian American Wine Association (AWAA) is proud to present with Wine Market Council (WMC) a dynamic and insight-packed webinar, “Mastering the Art of Pairing Wine with Indian Cuisine,” on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm PT. This session will explore the art, science, and market opportunity of pairing wine with Indian cuisine.

Register: https://awaawine.org/product/pairing-wine-with-indian-cuisine/

India is home to one of the world’s oldest and most influential culinary traditions, with a rich food culture dating back more than 4,500 years to the Indus Valley Civilization. Yet despite the global popularity of Indian cuisine, pairing wine with Indian food has only recently begun to receive serious attention from consumers, sommeliers, and wine industry professionals.

This webinar will provide practical insights into pairing wine with Indian dishes while also examining the growing market potential of Indian consumers. With among the highest household incomes in the United States and increasing interest in premium wine experiences, Indian consumers represent an important and often under-served audience for the wine industry.

Participants will hear from leading experts who will share their perspectives on Indian food culture, consumer trends, and successful wine pairing strategies.

During this webinar, attendees will learn:

Why Indian cuisine presents unique opportunities and challenges for wine pairing
Key principles for pairing wine with the diverse flavors, spices, and regional styles of Indian food
How consumer interest in Indian food and wine pairing is evolving
The growing importance of multicultural dining trends for the wine industry
Insights into the Indian consumer market and its potential for premium wine sales
Practical recommendations that wineries, retailers, restaurants, and educators can apply immediately

Whether you are a winery executive, wine marketer, retailer, sommelier, restaurateur, educator, or wine enthusiast, this webinar will provide valuable insights into a rapidly growing category and help you better connect with an influential consumer segment and enjoy wine and cuisine more deeply and meaningfully.

Featured Speakers:

Shekar Sathyanarayana, Founder & CEO, Nalla
Neeta Mittal, Co-Founder & Owner, LXV Winery, Paso Robles
Introduced by Susan R Lin, MW, President of Asian Wine Association of America & International Wine Consultant, and moderated by Dr. Liz Thach, MW, President, Wine Market Council.

Register: https://awaawine.org/product/pairing-wine-with-indian-cuisine/

This webinar is complimentary for AWAA Members and $10 for non-members.
Not yet an AWAA Member? Join us!

The webinar will be recorded and available for AWAA Members after the event.

TEXSOM Diversity and Opportunity Reception
2026-08-25 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Denver) | Irving Convention Center, 500 W Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, TX, 75039, United States
AWAA is proud to support the ongoing efforts of TEXSOM to create an inclusive, connected, and joyous environment within the wine industry. AWAA President Susan R. Lin, Master of Wine will deliver the keynote address at the reception on August 25, 2026, which brings together wine and beverage professionals to celebrate and advocate for diverse voices across the industry.

The wines of five AWAA Member Vintners, Duncan Peak Vineyards, Kazumi Wines, Marchelle Wines, RD Winery, and Sunset Cellars, will be featured at the Reception, as well as at the Grand Tasting and Awards Reception immediately following.

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