Don't miss this opportunity to relish in the best that the wine and culinary worlds have to offer with our delectable winemaker dinner at Blackbird. Sip on the most luxurious reds that Foley Family Wines & Spirits has to offer, while mingling with Vice President of Grower Relations and Winery Operations, Lise Asimont, and enjoy an exquisite dinner from Executive Chef Travis Watson. The evening begins with a meet & greet reception on the patio, followed by a four course dinner in Blackbird. Each course is carefully curated by Chef Travis to perfectly pair with these superb wines.

About Lise

Lise’s first major in college, biology, with the intention of following her parents into medicine, as well as her second, anthropology, would not suggest that she would pursue a career in the wine industry. Her parents were big lovers of wine, however, and her father suggested that she consider becoming a winemaker. So, after completing a B.A. in anthropology at Saint Mary’s College in 1998, Lise enrolled in the Environmental Horticulture program at the University of California, Davis, specializing in viticulture; she earned her M.S. in Viticulture in 2000.

Lise’s first post-graduation position was a one-year stint as assistant vineyard manager at Cambria Vineyards. She joined Beam Wine Estates in Healdsburg, where she worked until 2006 as grower relations representative. Lise then became Director of Grower Relations for Francis Coppola Winery in Geyserville until late 2017. By early 2019, she had returned to her viticultural roots by joining Cakebread Cellars in the Napa Valley as Director of Vineyard Operations. Lise joined Foley Family Wines in 2022 as Vice President of Grower Relations and Winery Operations, where she will play a prominent role in the success of all our winegrowing and winemaking operations, helping forge new bonds with growers, create new ones, and improve the many varying aspects of the winemaking process.

Along with her artist husband, Shawn Phillips, Lise launched her own label, Dot Wine, in 2016. Founding the enterprise came at the impetus of Shawn, who couldn’t find a Pinot Noir she loved, so he dared her to start making her own. 

Cardio Latin Dance with Nicole Steen

This Cardio Latin Dance Workout is a fun dance workout with Latin, Caribbean, and Hip Hop rhythms that will get you shaking your hips and shimmying your shoulders. So get ready to cha cha, burn tons of calories, and have the best time of your life. All levels are welcome.

Classes are complimentary, so grab a friend and come join us at Court of Fatima. RSVP to secure your spot.

This fall marks the 20th Anniversary of the Academy Award-winning film Sideways, now streaming on hulu. Hotel Californian is partnering with Searchlight Films and Hitching Post Wines on a celebratory complimentary screening on the anniversary of the film's US debut. 

HIIT + Hip Hop with Hannah Peck 

Join Hannah for a HIIT workout featuring some of Hip Hops best hits! Mixing in cardio with body weight exercises, you’ll leave feeling energized and ready to take on the day! No weights, no bands, no fuss! All levels are welcome. 

Classes are complimentary, so grab a friend and come join us at Serena Rooftop. RSVP to secure your spot.

Don't miss this opportunity to relish in the best that the wine and culinary worlds have to offer with our delectable winemaker dinner at Blackbird. Enjoy the special selection of white wines from  Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery, while being accompanied by Winemaker, Natalie West, and enjoy an exquisite dinner from Executive Chef Travis Watson. The evening begins with a meet & greet reception on the patio, followed by a four course dinner in Blackbird. Each course is carefully curated by Chef Travis to perfectly pair with these superb wines.

About Natalie

Growing up on a small family vineyard in Dry Creek Valley, Natalie spent time helping tend to the vines and learned from a young age her love of vineyards and the wine industry.

After earning a degree in Viticulture and Enology from UC Davis a Natalie worked several internships that led her to New Zealand, San Martin, Russian River Valley, and Alexander Valley where she joined Ferrari-Carano in 2005 as an Enologist at the Prevail winery. Natalie became Assistant Winemaker for Ferrari-Carano red wines, and most recently was brought to the Estate winery in Dry Creek Valley to oversee the Ferrari-Carano white wine production.

Expect the unexpected during each new full moon with inventive cocktails by legendary mixologist Devon Espinosa. With personalized Tarot card readings and Runes readings, there's no telling what exciting experiences will unfold during the Cold Moon. Let your crazy out and vibe to Val-Mar Records spinning vinyl, play some classic board games and get lost in the experience.

This is a free event, but feel free to RSVP and follow Hotel Californian on Instagram for the latest news and highlights.

Don't miss this opportunity to relish in the best that the wine and culinary worlds have to offer with our delectable winemaker dinner at Blackbird. Enjoy the special selection of Banshee Wines, while being accompanied by Vice President of Wine Making Mari Wells Coyle, and enjoy an exquisite dinner from Executive Chef Travis Watson. The evening begins with a meet & greet reception on the patio, followed by a four course dinner in Blackbird. Each course is carefully curated by Chef Travis to perfectly pair with these superb wines.

Mari Wells Coyle

Raised in Bellingham, Washington, Mari Wells Coyle’s passion for the outdoors started at a young age. Surrounded by picturesque hills and local ingredients, her family celebrated every occasion with a seasonal meal and a special bottle of wine. With a love for both art and science, she was very intrigued by the study of winemaking. Moreover, she desired a career that would allow her to spend time outdoors in a beautiful setting. Mari joins Chateau St. Jean Winery as head winemaker and has developed a true passion for crafting Cabernet and Bordeaux wines and describes her main role as a winemaker “to bring the best fruit to the bottle. Every decision I make is a part of bringing the vineyards to the table in a meaningful way.”

A seasoned veteran with over 20 years of industry experience, Mari first earned her degree in Viticulture and Enology from the University of California, Davis, and accepted her first winemaking position at the age of 24. Since then, she has led several start-up wineries and helped iconic wineries meet modern industry standards which all have led her to Sonoma County and the iconic CSJ winery. Some notable wineries she worked at include David Girard Vineyards, Sterling Vineyards, and most recently One Hope Wine as the Executive Winemaker.

When she is not at the winery, Mari enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time with her husband, their two sons, and their dog Snoopy. Originally from the Pac Northwest, she is a true outdoor enthusiast and can be found around Sonoma County enjoying biking, hiking, yoga, running, and white-water rafting.