St Josef's GrapeStomping Festival

Since running a vineyard and winery is a lot of hours and hard work, we believe it is important to start the busy “crush” season off with a lighthearted approach. St Josef’s first began having fun with the Grapestomping by hosting locals and neighbors with a small party and stomping in small wooden tubs. It has grown to involve not only stomping in a 8 foot tall 600 gallon Oak barrel, but great wine, Bavarian music and food in a casual, relaxed European atmosphere. In addition to Grapestomping contests held throughout each day a great German Band from Bavaria will be performing from noon to 6pm on Saturday and Sunday. Don’t worry about diligent training for the stomping - St Josef’s will pick a partner for you’re if you are fortunate enough to get selected. Lilli’s homemade sauerkraut and 400 lbs of special recipe sausages, along with other local foods will also be available adding to the flair of the event. The tasting room will be featuring all of the current varietals and all of the reserve wines as well as the biggest case discounts of the year. Tours with the winemaker will happen throughout the day. St Josef’s Winery has been producing premium varietal wines since 1981 and has won many local and national awards. It remains proudly family owned and operated. Among the wines made are Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Lesprit (Gewürztraminer), Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay and Riesling. · The 27th Annual Grapestomping Festival Hours are 12-6 both Saturday and Sunday Sept 26 & 27th. · St Josef’s is located at 28836 S Barlow Road, Canby, Oregon. (503) 651-3190 or Stjosefswinery.com · Admission is $10 for those over 21, and includes souvenir wine glass, wine tasting and additional case discounts.