The Vine & Dine
Taste the Craft. Celebrate the Community.
april 10-12, 2026
Presented by Mesón Sommelier
In its inaugural year, Mesón Sommelier proudly launches The Vine & Dine, an exciting new food and wine festival that brings together the best of local and global talent right in the heart of charming Old Town Spring, Texas.
Led by world-class sommelier and Culinary Director Thomas Perez, this celebration honors the art of exceptional pairings—think vibrant Spanish-inspired tapas, rare boutique wines from family-run vineyards around the world, and innovative dishes that fuse tradition with bold creativity. Guests will savor curated tastings, expert-guided experiences, and the warm spirit of community that defines both Mesón Sommelier and historic Old Town Spring.
Join us for an unforgettable epicurean journey where every sip and bite tells a story of passion, craftsmanship, and connection. Whether you're a wine enthusiast, food lover, or simply seeking a delightful gathering, The Vine & Dine invites you to indulge, discover, and celebrate.
schedule of events
fri, april 10
The Winemaker’s Table Private Dinner
Begin the weekend with an intimate and unforgettable evening at The Winemaker’s Table, a special Friday night dinner bringing together remarkable wines, thoughtful cuisine, and the stories behind the bottles. Guests will enjoy a carefully curated multi-course dinner designed to complement a selection of wines from Miura Vineyards and Father John Winery, poured and presented by the winemakers themselves.
Throughout the evening, Emmanuel Kemiji, Master Sommelier and founder of Miura Vineyards, and Nicholas Maloney will guide guests through each pairing, sharing insights into their vineyards, winemaking philosophies, and the inspiration behind each vintage. With limited seating and a relaxed, conversational setting, the evening offers a rare opportunity to connect directly with the people behind the wines while enjoying the warm hospitality and culinary creativity of Mesón Sommelier.
This special dinner sets the tone for The Vine & Dine weekend—an evening dedicated to exceptional wine, beautiful food, and the simple pleasure of gathering around the table.
sat, april 11
Wine & Cheese Tasting + Lunch
Ease into Saturday morning with Wine & Cheese Tasting + Lunch, a relaxed and flavorful gathering celebrating the art of pairing exceptional cheeses with thoughtfully crafted wines. Hosted in partnership with Big Island Cheese Shoppe & Master Sommelier Emmanuel Kemiji, guests will enjoy a curated selection of artisan cheeses chosen to highlight a range of textures, styles, and flavors.
Each cheese will be paired with wines from Miura Vineyards, Chapillon Wines and Estrada Palacios Wines, offering a guided exploration of how terroir, craftsmanship, and balance come together in the glass and on the plate. Throughout the tasting, guests will learn about the nuances of pairing—from creamy and delicate to bold and complex—while hearing insights from the producers behind the wines.
The morning experience concludes with a relaxed lunch, in partnership with Savor Caviar, allowing guests to continue the conversation, savor their favorite pairings, and enjoy a leisurely start to the day as The Vine & Dine weekend unfolds.
An Evening of Stars. A Night to Remember.
Cap the day with the grand finale: our Gala Dinner where the spotlight shines on all the winemakers whose wines graced the festival.
Gather in elegant yet warm surroundings at Mesón Sommelier for a multi-course seated dinner featuring exquisite Spanish-inspired dishes crafted by Culinary Director Thomas Perez—think elevated tapas, signature paella variations, and inventive plates that honor tradition while pushing boundaries.
Each course is masterfully paired with pours from the featured winemakers themselves, who will be on hand to share insights, answer questions, and toast to the craft. From intimate vineyard tales to the passion behind every bottle, this is your chance to connect directly with the artisans shaping Spain's modern wine story.
A sophisticated, celebratory evening of exceptional food, rare wines, lively conversation, and the vibrant spirit that defines Mesón Sommelier.
Limited seats—don't miss this pinnacle of The Vine & Dine experience!
sun, april 12
Wine Seminar with Master Sommelier Emmanuel Kemiji & dasGLASS Followed by Brunch
Join legendary Master Sommelier Emmanuel Kemiji—one of the world's elite (12th American to earn the title in 1989, on his first attempt)—for an exclusive, in-depth wine seminar at The Vine & Dine. With decades of expertise, from legendary restaurant service to owning acclaimed estates like Miura Vineyards and Clos Pissarra, Emmanuel brings unparalleled insight into the art, science, and stories behind exceptional wines.
This intimate session explores advanced tasting techniques, terroir nuances, vintage storytelling, and the secrets of perfect pairings—delivered with Emmanuel's signature passion and precision.
Paired perfectly with this masterclass: our favorite European crystal glass wine glasses from dasGLASS. In partnership with SW, the Austrian glassmaking atelier celebrated for its mouth-blown stemware, dasGLASS is the ultimate hospitality stemware for all of your elevated everyday needs. With elegant and streamlined designs and precise technical production, dasGLASS provides each situation with the utmost Trinkvergnügen™ - the joy of drinking well. Discover how the right glass transforms a great wine into an unforgettable experience, with dasGLASS owner on hand to showcase their collection and share the tradition and technical know-how behind every stem.
Following the seminar, unwind and indulge in a delightful brunch in the charming setting of Mesón Sommelier. Savor chef-crafted dishes—Spanish-inspired small plates, fresh seasonal flavors, and thoughtful bites—perfectly matched to select wines tasted during the session. It's the ideal way to linger, reflect, and celebrate the morning's discoveries with great company and community spirit.
A rare opportunity to learn from a true icon, experience premium glassware in action, and cap it with a relaxed, flavorful brunch—pure inspiration for wine lovers and enthusiasts alike.
MEET OUR WINERIES
Father John winery
CALIFORNIA / BURGUNDY, FRANCE
Father John wines are rare and exclusive. We can be found in some of the World's finest establishments throughout Europe, the Americas and Asia Pacific. Our approach to winemaking is inherently different from the market at large. Our wines are made in an ancient tradition, with the utmost goal making age-worthy, delicate and fresh Pinot Noir that continues to gain finesse and complexity as time goes on.
The winery was created in 2010 in honor of John Weaver an Episcopalian Reverand. His amazing life and influence on others was remarkable. He created a large and loving family that continues on today and now is able to give him honor by naming the winery after him.
We are based in Sonoma County, California in the heart of the Russian River Valley yet we also work extensively with vineyard sites in Mendocino to the North. All of the vineyards that we works with are meticulously farmed and managed by the best in the industry. The vast majority are organically farmed and only the best sites for Pinot Noir are selected.
The wines are made by Nicholas Maloney who was born and raised in Sonoma County and educated in France and Switzerland. He studied at the Lycée Viticole in Beaune, France and worked in the viticultural regions of Pernand Vergelesses, Savigny les Beaune, Nuits Saint George, Chablis and Margaux in Bordeaux. The resulting wines are of grand stature; elegant and stunningly delicious.
Miura Vineyards and Clos PisSarra winery
CALIFORNIA / PRIORAT, SPAIN
Clos Pissarra and Miura reflect a shared philosophy rooted in terroir, authenticity, and the pursuit of excellence across two distinct winegrowing worlds.
Clos Pissarra takes its name from the Catalan word for slate—pissarra—the defining soil of the regions of Priorat and Montsant, located southwest of Barcelona. Priorat has earned international acclaim for producing wines of remarkable intensity, concentration, and elegance, particularly from villages such as Bellmunt del Priorat, Gratallops, Porrera, El Molar, and El Lloar. Neighboring Montsant offers a softer, more approachable expression, with highly regarded vineyards in Falset and Capcanes.
Miura, inspired by the legendary Spanish breeder of fighting bulls, Don Eduardo Miura, embodies nobility, boldness, and power. This program shifts the focus to California, highlighting what are considered the finest regions for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Within each appellation, vineyards are carefully selected to best express the distinctive style and quality of their respective terroirs.
Together, Clos Pissarra and Miura represent a commitment to exceptional vineyard sites, independent thinking, and wines that authentically express both place and philosophy—whether from the slate soils of Spain or the celebrated coastal regions of California.
ARAGON, SPAIN
Christophe Chapillon, a Frenchman hailing from the scenic Loire Valley, had his world turned upside down when he fell head over heels for a spirited Spanish woman. Following his heart—and her—to the vibrant city of Zaragoza, Spain. In 2006, inspired by his uncle’s winemaking legacy in the Loire, Christophe embarked on his own winemaking journey. With the expertise of Cesar Langa, owner of the oldest family estate in Aragon, he launched the Chapillon brand. This line features modern, unique wines that stand out from the typical local offerings, blending classic Spanish styles with a distinct French flair.
chapillon wines
Estrada palacios winery
ZARAGOZA, SPAIN
Estrada Palacios Winery is a small, family-owned estate nestled at the foot of the Pyrenees Mountains. Our 7 hectares of old vines thrive in poor, sandy, dry soils, where we practice respectful, dry farming with no irrigation.
We cultivate a thoughtful blend of native grape varieties alongside select international grapes that have adapted beautifully to our unique terroir. The vineyards sit at an average elevation of 450 meters above sea level, in sandy soils with little organic matter and annual rainfall of approximately 550 mm. These demanding conditions encourage the vines to live modestly and without excess, resulting in low yields—less than 4,000 kilograms per hectare—and grapes of exceptional quality for fine winemaking.
Harvest takes place at the optimal moment of ripeness. The grapes are quickly transported to the winery, where they are carefully sorted and gently separated from stems and leaves. After pressing, the juice is transferred to fermentation tanks, where it transforms into young wine. It is then aged and refined in tanks and oak barrels for as long as necessary, allowing the wine to mature gracefully before bottling.
MEET OUR Partners
Big Island Little Cheese Shoppe began as Naked Cow Dairy, a small family-run dairy nestled in the lush Waianae Valley on the island of Oʻahu. Our focus was simple: raise healthy cows, produce fresh milk, and share quality dairy products with our community.
What started as a humble dairy soon evolved into a love for creating artisan cheeses and gourmet butter. That journey eventually led us to expand beyond the farm and open Big Island Little Cheese Shoppe. First on the Big Island of Hawai’i, then in Old Town Spring, where we continue to craft distinctive cheeses and share some of our carefully selected favorites from around the globe.
BIG ISLAND LITTLE CHEESE SHOPPE
DASGLASS
dasGLASS is a modern, innovative approach to stemware that blends precision engineering with elegant design to create the perfect glass for every wine experience. At the forefront of this movement is Ginger Turner, a Houston native turned Austrian ex-pat. Together with her Austrian husband, she became the official US partners of Sophienwald Stemware, and after a decade of experience collaborating with them, they joined forces to launch the new machine-made technical Wunderkind of dasGLASS stemware.
Ginger brings her passion, expertise, and infectious joy to every glass, sharing the story, science, and craftsmanship behind each design. Whether for tasting, pairing, or celebration, she looks forward to guiding you through the nuances of dasGLASS and, most importantly, raising a glass with you!
Savor Caviar is a specialty purveyor dedicated to sourcing and sharing the world’s finest caviar with enthusiasts, chefs, and luxury food lovers. Known for quality, sustainability, and impeccable freshness, Savor Caviar offers a curated selection that highlights the unique flavors and textures of premium roe—from classic sturgeon varieties to more contemporary expressions.
Whether paired with champagne, served alongside artisanal accompaniments, or featured in elevated tasting experiences, Savor Caviar brings sophistication and delight to every occasion. With a focus on education as well as enjoyment, they celebrate the artistry behind caviar and help guests deepen their appreciation for this timeless delicacy.
SAVOR CAVIAR
Discover a more personalized and charming alternative to typical hotels at The August Inn, nestled in the heart of historic Old Town Spring, just a 3 minute walk from Mesón Sommelier.
Inside, each of their four beautifully decorated suites features a private bath and custom touches—three perfect for couples, and one ideal for groups of up to four. Enjoy cozy common areas, a peaceful garden patio, games like cornhole, and the nostalgic charm of trains passing through town.
Start your day with a locally sourced breakfast, relax in luxury linens, and unwind in comfort with vintage flair and modern conveniences—all steps away from The Vine & Dine at Mesón Sommelier.
THE AUGUST INN
