11The Midsummer Winemaker’s Dinner | July 18th 2026

Step into a beautiful July evening and claim your seat at The Midsummer Winemaker’s Dinner.

Nestled deep within the lush, blooming estate gardens, this intimate open-air dinner invites you to celebrate the very best of the season. Held entirely during the long, bright daylight hours of midsummer, you will enjoy a multi-course menu crafted to showcase vibrant, sun-ripened summer flavors bathed in the warm, golden afternoon sun.

Each course is artfully paired with a hand-selected premium wine. Winemaker Jeff Murphy will guide you through the evening, sharing the unique story, regional terroir, and craftsmanship behind every pour.

Seating for this premium garden affair is strictly limited to ensure an intimate, unforgettable dinner of exceptional food, wine, and conversation in the heart of the estate

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Welcome Reception: 6:30 – 7pm

Before we take our seats for the evening’s pairings, we invite you to mingle and awaken your palate. Enjoy a curated selection of our wines alongside a grazing table of fresh, artisanal charcuterie, local cheeses, and seasonal accompaniments.

Course 1:

White bean dip with seared local corn, served with grilled homemade honey-onion focaccia.

Course 2: 

Grilled Scallop on half shell with chive-herb butter.

Course 3: 

Grilled Chicken thigh skewer with romesco sauce.

Course 4: 

Pomodoro crudo bucatini

Course 5: 

Local cherry crumble 

Note: To help us curate the perfect evening, please provide all guest names as well as any food allergies or sensitivities when placing your order.

SOLD OUT: Email shipwine@johnsonwinery.com to be added to waitlist.