Wine Tasting Menu
Patio tastings resume June 25. Check out our tasting menu.
2018 Founder’s Chardonnay – 93 points!
93 points and editor’s choice – read the review….
Sidewinder announces its Bourbon Whiskey Release
Sidewinder has announced Saturday, December 7, as the release date for its California Straight Bourbon Whiskey.
Sidewinder set to release its first gin – Sidewinder Dry
It’s official! Sidewinder Dry Gin is being released on Thursday, September 12.
Sneak Preview of Sidewinder Gins
Sidewinder Spirits Company previewed its new gins at last night’s Ginstronomy Event.
Sidewinder Spirits Barrel Rested Gin receives bottling approval
Our barrel rested gin is ready to join the Sidewinder Portfolio….
Sidewinder Now Open on Saturday
Sidewinder announces Saturday hours.
Food Comes to Sidewinder
Posada on Wheels Grand Opening Saturday, December 1 at Sidewinder!
Occasio Joins Neighbors in Wildfire Relief Efforts
See how we are joining with our neighbors to support relief efforts for victims of the Camp Fire.
Food Service is Coming to Sidewinder
Sidewinder will be introducing food service in early November.
Livermore’s First Grappa – Approved
The Trade Bureau has approved Sidewinder Spirits’ application for what soon will become Livermore’s first Grappa.
Exploring The World of Gins and Tonics
The first of a new series exploring the exotic world of spirits and cocktails begins with two of today’s hottest beverages – gins and the tonics that go with them.
Recent Accolades
Calling our wines ‘true craftsmanship,’ the National Wine Review rated four of our recent releases 90 points or higher: ‘14 Telos 92 points (22 cases remaining); ‘14 Zinfandel 92 points (sold out); ‘14 Merlot 90 points (32 cases remaining); ‘12 Malbec 91 points (sold out).
Introducing After Hours at Sidewinder
Time to unwind with a little music and some craft cocktails. Introducing Sidewinder – After Hours. From 4 – 8 PM.
Sidewinder Spirits Releases a Dry Vermouth
The inaugural release of Sidewinder’s dry vermouth, Stem and Crown, completes the pair.
Revisiting Pays Off (Again) -Chardonnay 93 Points and Editor’s Choice
With a 93 point rating and the Editor’s Choice, we might ask ‘where do we go from here?’ With Chardonnay, we believe our terroir has much more to offer.
Service Begins at Sidewinder
Sidewinder is open Thursday and Friday for our members and their guests.
Opening Date for Sidewinder is Announced
Sidewinder opens Thursday, December 7, for our members.
Supporting Relief Efforts for Napa-Sonoma Fire Victims
Occasio Winery is working with the Livermore Valley Winegrowers’ Association to support relief efforts in Napa and Sonoma counties.
Sidewinder Spirits Buys Alembic Still
A century after prohibition, Sidewinder Spirits Company is bringing back the ancient hand-hammered alembic copper still for producing local brandy.
Year End Holiday Celebration a Great Success
Guests were greeted with passed hors-d’oeuvres and choice of wine or the original James Bond martini before sitting down to a wonderful four-course meal with wine pairings. The music of recording artists Tumbledown House provided entertainment as we wined, dined, and danced the night away.