Rows of grapevines glowing in warm golden-hour light across a hillside vineyard

Together with their families

Ava Daniel

Saturday 12 June 2027

Stonegate Vineyard · Sonoma, California

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until we say “I do” at 4 pm

RSVP by 1 May 2027

How we got here

Our Story

Eight years, two apartments, one very patient dog, and a question asked on a cliff above the Pacific.

  1. The Golden Gate Bridge rising out of morning fog over San Francisco Bay

    2019

    A rainy Thursday in San Francisco

    Ava was dodging the drizzle into a Mission District bookshop; Daniel was hiding in the same aisle with a coffee he’d already finished. They argued kindly about the best poetry section in the city, and he walked her to the bus stop. The bus came and went twice.

  2. A couple walking a dog along a mountain trail in the sunshine

    2022

    Two suitcases and a very large dog

    They moved in together in Oakland, adopted a rescue named Biscuit, and discovered that every weekend was better outdoors. Trails, farmers’ markets and Daniel’s ambitious attempts at fresh pasta became the rhythm of their life.

  3. Rugged Big Sur coastline with cliffs above the Pacific Ocean at sunset

    2025

    The question, in Big Sur

    On a quiet October evening, with fog lifting off the coast, Daniel asked Ava to spend the rest of her life arguing about bookshelves with him. She said yes before he finished the sentence. Biscuit, tied to a nearby fence post, was not consulted.

And next: Saturday 12 June 2027, among the vines.

An outdoor wedding reception with long tables and string lights glowing at dusk

Saturday 12 June 2027

The Day

Stonegate Vineyard, 2140 Arroyo Lane, Sonoma, CA 95476. The whole celebration happens in one place, so you can wander from vows to vintages without moving your car.

  1. Guests arrive

    Find a seat in the olive grove. Lemonade and iced tea are waiting.

  2. Ceremony

    Ava and Daniel exchange vows beneath the oak, with the vineyard behind them.

  3. Cocktail hour

    Estate wines, a seasonal signature cocktail, and small plates on the terrace.

  4. Dinner

    A family-style supper under the string lights, followed by toasts.

  5. Dancing

    Cake, a first dance, and a playlist you help us write. The last song is at 11 pm.

Dress code
Garden formal. Block heels sink in the gravel, so choose accordingly. See the full guide.
Getting there
Free parking on site. A shuttle runs between the Sonoma Plaza and the vineyard from 2:45 pm and back after 11 pm.

Getting here & where to sleep

Travel & Stay

Sonoma sits about an hour north of San Francisco. We have set aside rooms at two places near the Plaza, both on the shuttle route.

Getting here

  • Santa Rosa (STS)Closest airport, about 40 minutes by car
  • Oakland (OAK)About 1 hour 10 minutes by car
  • San Francisco (SFO)About 1 hour 20 minutes by car
  • A boutique hotel courtyard with a garden and outdoor seating

    Walk to the Plaza

    Larkfield Garden Inn

    A 14-room boutique inn two blocks from Sonoma Plaza, with a rose garden and breakfast served in the courtyard. The shuttle collects from the front door.

    Rate
    From $265 a night
    Group code
    CHEN-MORENO
    Address
    118 Willow Street, Sonoma, CA 95476
    Book by
    12 May 2027
    Call (707) 555-0142
  • A bright hotel bedroom with crisp white linen on the bed

    Easy on the budget

    Arroyo Creek Lodge

    A relaxed 48-room lodge with a pool and free breakfast, twelve minutes from the vineyard. Good for families and anyone staying the whole weekend.

    Rate
    From $172 a night
    Group code
    CHEN-MORENO
    Address
    905 Creekside Road, Sonoma, CA 95476
    Book by
    12 May 2027
    Call (707) 555-0178

Garden formal

Dress Code

Think a summer evening in a beautiful garden: elegant, comfortable, and ready for the dance floor.

  • Sage
  • Dusty blue
  • Terracotta
  • Champagne
  • Dusk plum

What to wear

Midi or floor-length dresses, jumpsuits, and suits or blazers in lighter fabrics. Linen and silk will be very welcome at 4 pm in June.

Footwear

The ceremony is on grass and the terrace is gravel. Block heels, wedges, flat sandals and dress shoes will all be happier than stilettos.

Layers

Afternoons reach the low 80s, then the valley cools to the high 50s after sunset. Bring a wrap or jacket; we will have blankets for the dinner tables.

Please skip white, ivory and cream. We will be wearing those. Jeans and shorts are best left at the hotel.

Good to know

Questions

Anything not covered here, write to us at hello@avaanddaniel.com.

Can I bring a plus-one?

Your invitation names everyone we have saved a seat for. If you are unsure, or your plans have changed, send us a note and we will do our best to make room.

Are children welcome?

Yes, at the ceremony and cocktail hour. Dinner and dancing are for adults only, and we can recommend local sitters if you would like an evening off.

What if it rains?

June in Sonoma is almost always dry. If the forecast turns, the ceremony moves into the Barrel Hall at the same time, and the evening carries on as planned.

Is the venue step-free?

A paved, step-free path runs from the parking area to the olive grove, terrace and dinner tent. Tell us in your RSVP notes if you would like a seat near the entrance.

Can I take photos during the ceremony?

We are keeping the ceremony phone-free so everyone can be present. After the vows, photograph away and share them with #AvaAndDaniel2027.

Where do I park?

Parking at the vineyard is free. If you would rather not drive, the shuttle leaves Sonoma Plaza from 2:45 pm and returns after 11 pm.

Is Biscuit coming?

He is, in a bow tie, for the ceremony and portraits only. Other four-legged guests will have to stay home, with our apologies.

With gratitude

Registry

Your presence is the best gift we could ask for. If you would like to give something as well, these are a few places we love.

There will also be a card box at the reception.

Kindly reply by 1 May 2027

RSVP

We would love to celebrate with you. Let us know if you can make it, and what you would like for dinner.

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