Carol Shelton throws a Luau, Silver Oak turns 40, and an Eastside Wine Regatta, I’m Tom Simoneau with today’s wine minute here to say Saturday, July 28^th, from 11:00 – 4:00 you’re invited to come hang loose at the most chillin’ urban winery of Santa Rosa as Carol Shelton Wines hosts a Luau. Enjoy food, music, and wine! Call 707-575-3441.

Then next Saturday, August 4^th, Silver Oak turns 40. This is special Release Party at the Oakville Winery only. Be among the first to taste the 2008 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cab. Click on silveroak.com for info.

Also Saturday, August 4^th, the Eastside Bunch Wineries host A Wine and Seafood Extravaganza. Celebrate the Bay Area’s leg of the America’s Cup Race. The event supports Save the Bay. Call 707-433-4032 for tickets.

Now get out there and taste responsibly.