103 Sonoma wineries are participating including Lambert Bridge, Clos du Bois, DeLoach, Ferrari-Carano, Francis Ford Coppola (the new location), Iron Horse, Jordan, La Crema, Murphy Goode, Quivira, Ridge, Silver Oak, and Twomey.

As you’ll find out, little did I know I’d find myself in a dispute over a swing on this special day (sigh – see video below for more on that kerfuffle).

Dressed in some sort of medieval outfit, featuring a top hat, and with a sword at his side, Jean-Charles Boisset was an effervescent host. There were lots of hugs (oh, the love!), story-telling (oh, the stories!), and … speeches (oh, the speeches!).

This year the “Fund-A-Need” Auction will benefit Redwood Empire Food Bank and Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation.