Below is a sneak peek into Daniel Johnnes's world of epic wine celebrations, as featured in my latest on Grape Collective.

"Wine is all about celebration," said Daniel Johnnes during a lively wine dinner at Charlie Bird. Known for his annual wine festivals La Paulée, La Fête du Champagne, and La Tablée, Johnnes makes it his mission to bring people together over incredible wines and delicious food crafted by top chefs. His passion doesn’t stop there—his company, Pressoir, keeps the excitement going year-round with intimate wine experiences and educational events.

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Whether rubbing shoulders with legends from Domaine Romanée-Conti at La Paulée or tasting rare Krug bubbles at La Fête, Johnnes's festivals are where the wine world’s elite come to play. But it’s not just about the big names—the events include up-and-coming young talent along with well-established producers, all eager to share their stories and knowledge about wine.

And here’s good news for fans of Italy: Johnnes has teamed up with Italian wine expert Jeff Porter to bring us Convivio del Vino, a brand-new festival debuting in May 2025. Here, you’ll find dozens of incredible family-run wineries, an energetic vibe, and plenty of Italian charm.

Here’s a Tip: A ticket to La Tablée (November 19 - 23 in NYC) or La Paulée (February 27 - March 1 in San Francisco, March 2 - 5 at Blackberry Farm, and March 5 - 8 in NYC), would make the perfect gift for your favorite wine lovers. Visit pressoir.wine for more information.