The 9th Annual Jackson Hole Food & Wine Summer Festival has officially wrapped! Over the course of three extraordinary days, we celebrated all things culinary in the heart of Jackson Hole—while proudly supporting Hole Food Rescue.
This year’s Festival brought together a dynamic mix of local and visiting chefs, restaurants, artisans, and beverage pros, delivering unforgettable food and drink experiences at some of the region’s most stunning locations.
The Summer Festival featured several special guests, including Chef Cody Cheetham of Tavernetta, Frasca Hospitality Group, Denver, CO; Partner & Master Sommelier, Bobby Stuckey, Frasca Hospitality Group, Boulder, CO; Chef Melissa Perello of Frances and Octavia, San Francisco, CA; Pitmaster Leonard Botello IV, Truth BBQ, Houston, TX; Pitmaster’s Michelle and Andrew Muñoz, Moo‘s Craft Barbecue, Los Angeles, CA; Estate Manager Jean-Luc Pépin of Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé; Proprietor Billy Weiss of North Berkeley Imports; Owners & Winemaker, Jill and Steve Matthiasson of Matthiasson Wines, Napa Valley, CA; and featured spirit brands Don Julio and Bulleit Whiskey.
Please see below for a day-by-day recap and some images from the festivities.
THURSDAY, JUNE 26
THE GLORIES OF GRAND CRU MUSIGNY
We kicked off the Summer Festival with one of the most coveted tastings on the schedule: a lineup of rare, cellar-aged vintages from the legendary Comte Georges de Vogüé. For wine collectors, this was the dream—a once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience five exceptional Grand and Premier Cru wines, including Musigny Grand Cru 1999 and 2022, Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru 2009, and more.
Hosted at the beautiful Caldera House, this extraordinary tasting was guided by an all-star team: Jean-Luc Pepin, Estate Manager of Comte Georges de Vogüé; Master Sommelier Bobby Stuckey; and Billy Weiss of North Berkeley Imports.
As Bobby Stuckey perfectly said, “We are so lucky to be here. These moments are getting more and more rare.”
WINE LIST
Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Musigny Blanc Grand Cru 2017
Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Musigny Grand Cru 1999
Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru 2009
Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Amoureuses 1993
Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Musigny Grand Cru 2022vel
PHOTO CREDIT: Lindley Rust
THURSDAY, JUNE 26
TASTE OF JACKSON HOLE
We kicked off the first night of the Summer Festival in the most delicious way possible with Taste of Jackson Hole!
525 guests filled Rendezvous Lodge at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort for an unforgettable evening celebrating all things food and drink. From the moment guests arrived, they were welcomed with a custom Summer Festival glass and a refreshing pour of 2024 The Pale Rosé by Sacha Lichine — the perfect start to an epic culinary night.
Our presenting sponsor MLD and gracious hosts Jackson Hole Mountain Resort helped set the stage for an evening full of flavor and fun. MLD go the party started with their popular espresso martinis! Don Julio served up premium tequila cocktails like the bold El Diablo and a smooth Repo Old Fashioned, while Bulleit Whiskey wowed with timeless classics—including a rich Old Fashioned and a refined Rye Manhattan.
Guests explored 15 food booths featuring incredible dishes from Jackson Hole’s top restaurants. Our beneficiary Hole Food Rescue shared their inspiring mission and served a rescued dish of hummus, baba ganoush, and tzatziki with crostinis.
With over 17 beverage booths pouring wine, beer, and spirits, no one went thirsty. To top it all off, guests captured memories in the photo booth, capping off a truly magical evening.
We’re already counting down the days until next year’s Taste of Jackson Hole!
Beverage list
WELCOME DRINK
2024 The Pale rosé by Sacha Lichine
BALLENTINE VINEYARDS
2024 Rosé Pocai Vineyard
2023 Chenin Blanc Betty’s Vineyard
2017 Three Clicks Grenache Frediani Vineyard
2022 Merlot Estate Grown Napa Valley
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Grown Napa Valley
2023 Cabernet Franc Estate Grown Napa Valleye Cabernet Sauvignon
2023 Cabernet Franc Estate Grown Napa Valley
BULLEIT WHISKEY | Featured Spirits Partner
Classic Old Fashioned: Bulleit Bourbon, Simple Syrup, Aromatic Bitters, Orange Peel
Rye Manhattan: Bulleit Rye, Sweet Vermouth, Aromatic Bitters
Bulleit 10yr
DON JULIO TEQUILA | Featured Spirits Partner
EL Diablo: Don Julio Blanco, Lime, Crème de Cassis, Ginger Beer
Repo Old Fashioned: Don Julio Reposado, Agave Nectar, Grapefruit Bitters
Don Julio 70th
DONLELAN FAMILY WINES
2022 Donelan Cuvée Pierrine Chardonnay
2021 Donelan Tripps’s Block Pinot Noir
2021 Donelan Cardiac Hill Syrah
2022 Donelan Cabernet Sauvignon
JACKSON HOLE STILL WORKS
Moving Mountains: Absaroka Double Cask Gin, Trois Teton Amaro, Dolin Sweet Vermouth, Grapefruit Bitters, Grapefruit Peel
Sage Advice: Great Grey Gin, Fresh Lemon, Honey Sage Simple Syrup, Sage Leaf
Peach John Daly: JH Still Works Vodka, Peach Purée Black Tea, Lemon Simple Syrup, Lemon Wheel
JACKSON HOLE WINERY | PREMONITION CELLARS
2021 The Outlaw, Jackson Hole Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, Sonoma, CA
2023 Chardonnay, Jackson Hole Winery, Russian River Valley, CA
2021 Armagh Vineyards Pinot Noir, Jackson Hole Winery, Petaluma Gap, CA
2024 Alpine Glow Rosé, Jackson Hole Winery, Sonoma, CA
2021 Zinfandel, Premonition Cellars, Sonoma, CA
2021 Pinot Noir, Premonition Cellars, Sonoma, CA
M IMPORTS
Hera Vinho Verde DOC
2023 EYA Verdejo Jumilla DO
2024 Fulget Albarino Rias Baixas DO
2023 Carchelo “C” Vinedos de Puebla Jumilla DO
2021 Quinta do Portal Reserva Douro DOC
2019 Quinta do Portal Grande Reserva Tinto Douro DOC
MASSICAN
2024 Annia (White blend-Ribolla Gialla, Tocai Friulano, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanco)
2024 Gemina (White blend-Falanghina, Greco, Fino)
2024 Hyde Napa Chardonnay
2024 Sauvignon Blanc
2024 Pinot Grigio
MATTHIASSON | Featured Wine Partner
2023 Matthiasson Napa Valley Chardonnay, Linda Vista Vineyard
2022 Napa Valley Cabernet Franc
2021 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
MLD | Presenting sponsor
ESPRESSO: Snake River Roasting Co. Espresso
Espresso Martini: Snake River Roasting Co. Espresso
Cold Brew Old Fashioned: Snake River Roasting Co. Cold Brew and Bulleit Bourbon
OBSIDIAN WINE CO.
2023 Obsidian Estate Chardonnay, Carneros
2023 Obsidian Estate Pinot Noir, Carneros
2022 Obsidian Volcanic Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Hills
2023 Obsidian Pezsgö Sparkling Pinot Noir, Carneros
2022 Obsidian Half Mile Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Hills
OPICI WINES
2024 Artesano De Argento White Malbec
2022 El Coto Semidulce
2024 Chateau Suau Bordeaux Blanc
2022 Borsao Très Picos Garnacha
2022 Luigi Bosca De Sangre Malbec DOC
2021 Cesari Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore
PURE MADNESS BREWERY GROUP
Roadhouse Brewing: Escaping Gravity Tiki Inspired IPA 5%
Roadhouse Brewing: Walrus Hazy IPA 8.3%
Roadhouse Brewing : Highwayman Pilsner 4.7%
Melvin Brewing : Melvin West Coast IPA 7.5%
Melvin Brewing: 2x4 Double IPA 9.9%
SHAW ROSS IMPORTS
2023 La Scolca Gavi dei Gavi Black Label
2020 SENA Bordeaux Blend
2024 The Pale Rosé by Sacha Lichine
STE. MICHELLE WINE ESTATES
2022 Rex Hill Seven Soils Chardonnay
2022 Rex Hill Willamette Valley Pinot Noir
2022 Northstar Merlot
2022 Eroica Riesling
2021 Spring Valley Uriah
2018 Spring Valley Frederick
URLARI WINES
2020 Urlari Toscano Merlot L’urlo
2018 Urlari Toscano Rosso PerVale
WESTSIDE WINE & SPIRITS | PEARL ST MARKET
NV Hugl-Wimmer Sparkling Gruner Veltliner
2024 Abbondanza Pecorino d’Abruzzo
2024 Lucien Crochet Sancerre Rosé
2022 Abbondanza Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
2022 UNTI Petit Frère
NA Leitz Eins Zwei Zero Sparkling Rosé
NA Phénomène White Wine
NA Best Day Brewing Hazy IPA
NA Best Day Brewing Kolsch
PHOTO CREDIT: Jay Nel-McIntosh
FRIDAY, JUNE 27
DINNER SERIES
ITALIAN FLAIR, BURGUNDIAN SOUL
Two worlds. One Dinner. Endless flavor.
On Friday evening at Wild Sage, Rusty Parrot Lodge & Spa, Chef Cody Cheetham of Tavernetta, Denver, CO brought bold Italian finesse to an intimate Jackson setting - paired with the storied elegance of Comte Georges de Vogue wines from Burgundy.
As guests made their way through six rare vintages, including 2022 Musigny Grand Cru and Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru ‘Les Amoureuses,’ Estate Manager Jean Luc-Pepin and Master Sommelier Bobby Stuckey of Frasca Food & Wine guided the room through each pour.
Thank you to Billy Weiss of North Berkeley Imports and our friends from Tavernetta for an unforgettable evening where Alpine soul met Rocky Mountain charm.
The Capesante with Diver Scallops, Sweet Corn “Polenta,”and Pancetta paired with Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Musigny Blanc Grand Cru 2022 was pure perfection. It was the perfect way to start an incredible night of food and wine!
WINE LIST
Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Musigny Blanc Grand Cru 2022
Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Chambolle-Musigny 2022
Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru 2022
Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru ‘Les Amoureuses’ 2022
Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2022
Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Musigny Grand Cru 2022
Domaine Jean Vesselle Demi-Sec Rosé ‘Cuvée Friandise’ NVumsan el
PHOTO CREDIT: Lindley Rust
FRIDAY, JUNE 27
DINNER SERIES
CONTEMPORARY CALIFORNIA
Friday’s dinner at Snake River Sporting Club brought the best of the bay to the mountains. Chef Melissa Perello of Frances and Octavia built a menu around peak-season produce sourced straight from her locals farmers market in San Francisco and served it with effortless, elegant style.
Wines from Matthiasson Wines in Napa Valley, poured by Jill and Steve Matthiasson, met the moment beautifully. Grown and made with care, their small family winery is rooted with sustainable farming, organice practices, and a deep respect for place. No partners, no investors - just the vision of two longtime leaders in the local food movement doing things their own way. We loved being witnesses to their craft.
The food and wine pairings were on point! We are still dreaming about the third course pairing with the Mafaldine “Alle Cacciatore” and the 2022 Matthiasson Napa Valley Refosco, Matthiasson Vineyard. This course left everyone wanting more!
WINE LIST
2024 Matthiasson Sparkling Grape + Peach Wine
2023 Matthiasson Napa Valley Chardonnay, Linda Vista Vineyard
2022 Matthiasson Napa Valley White Wine
2022 Matthiasson Napa Valley Refosco, Matthiasson Vineyard
2021 Matthiasson Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Dead Fred Vineyard
Matthiasson Sweet Vermouth No 8msan lacus vel
PHOTO CREDIT: Jay Nel-McIntosh
SATURDAY, JUNE 28
SAVOR
Jackson’s stunning Mead Ranch set the stage for an unforgettable finale to our Summer Festival weekend. Presented by J.P. Morgan and sponsored by YETI, this ultimate ranch party kicked off with a celebratory pour of Chandon Reserve Blanc de Blancs in custom Jackson Hole Food & Wine YETI wine tumblers—a perfect welcome toast.
Our featured guest chefs—Cody Cheetham, Melissa Perello, and acclaimed pitmasters Leonard Botello IV and Andrew & Michelle Muñoz—joined forces with some of Jackson Hole’s finest culinary talent from Hotel Jackson, Kampai, The Bistro, Snake River Grill, Steadfire Chophouse, and Wild Sage to create a truly next-level tasting event.
Guests were treated to some standout dishes like Cold-Smoked Lamb Ribs, Heirloom Corn Tostadas with Smoked Beef Cheeks and Beef Tallow, Grilled Arrosticini, and Sonoma Duck Sausage—just to name a few.
More than 350 attendees soaked up a sun-drenched Jackson day at Mead Ranch, enjoying yard games, incredible wines, and cold craft beers. The sounds of local bluegrass favorites One Ton Pig set the perfect backdrop, while two lively bars served up premium pours from Don Julio and Bulleit Whiskey.
Incredible food. Fantastic company. Unbeatable views. It was a night to remember and the perfect close to a delicious weekend.
Until next year…Happy Trails!
Beverage LIST
WELCOME DRINK
Moët Hennessy Chandon Reserve Blanc de Blancs
BULLEIT FRONTIER WHISKEY | Featured Spirits Partner
Paper Plane: Bulleit Bourbon, Lemon Juice, Amaro, Bitter Aperitivo
Boulevardier: Bulleit Rye, Sweet Vermouth, Campari
Bulleit 10yr
DON JULIO TEQUILA | Featured Spirits Partner
Margarita: Don Julio Blanco, Lime Juice, Agave Nectar
Paloma: Don Julio Blanco, Fresh Grapefruit Juice, Fresh Lime Juice, Agave Nectar, Club Soda
Don Julio 70th
MATTHIASSON | Featured Wine Partner
2024 Rosé
2022 Napa Valley White Wine
2022 Sonoma Valley Old Vine Zinfandel, Armor Plate Vineyard
2021 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
MOËT HENNESSY
Chandon Brut Rosé
Moet & Chandon Rosé Imperial
Veuve Clicquot Rosé
Whispering Angel Rosé
Rock Angel Rosé
Minuty M Rosé
Minuty ‘Prestige’ Rosé
NORTH BERKELEY IMPORTS | Featured Wine Partner
2023 Christelle Betton Crozes-Hermitage ‘Elixir’
2022 Domaine Barraud Pouilly-Fuissé ‘Marechaude - Le Bas’
2021 Domaine Amelie & Charles Sparr Riesling ‘Altenbourg’
2022 Domaine Georges Vernay Condrieu ‘Coteaux de Vernon’
2021 Tenuta di Valgiano Colline Lucchesi
2021 Frederic Magnien Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru ‘Baudes’
2020 Diego Conterno Barolo del Comune di Monforte d’Alba
2018 Rocca di Montegrossi Toscana Rosso ‘Ridolfo’
OBSIDIAN WINE CO.
2023 Obsidian Estate Chardonnay, Los Carneros
2023 Obsidian Estate Pinot Noir, Los Carneros
2022 Obsidian Volcanic Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
2022 Obsidian Half Mile Cabernet Sauvignon
2023 Obsidian Pezsgö Sparkling Pinot Noir
PURE MADNESS BREWERY GROUP
Roadhouse Brewing : Highwayman Pilsner 4.7%
Roadhouse Brewing: Behind You Lager 5%
Roadhouse Brewing: Wilson IPA 7.5%
Melvin Brewing : 2x4 Double IPA 9.9%
Melvin Brewing: Melvin IPA 7.5%
SCARPETTA
2023 Scarpetta Pinot Grigio
2023 Scarpetta Prosecco DOC
2023 Frico Sangiovese
2023 Ronc Platat “GAF” Friulano DOC Friuli
SNAKE RIVER ROASTING CO. | Official Coffee Sponsor
Espresso Martini: White Spider Espresso, Bailey’s and JH Still Works Vodka
Outlaw Coffee Cola: Citrus & Basil Syrup, White Spider Cold Brew, CO2
Peach Espresso Tonic: Peach, Tonic, Roam Espresso
Carrotjillo: Licor 43, Carrot Juice, Cold Brew, Thyme
PHOTO CREDIT: Jay Nel-McIntosh