Weddings & Events

What Is a Wine Wedding? (And Why You Might Want One)


by Amy LaBelle

Jul 01, 2025

Planning your wedding should be one of the most exciting times of your life, but let’s be honest, it can also feel completely overwhelming. So many choices. So many trends.

So. Many. Pinterest boards.

Over the years, I’ve hosted hundreds of weddings at my winery, and I kept hearing the same question:
 “How do we make our wedding feel like us?”

My answer? Let wine lead the way!

Millyard Studios & Heather Donald Photography

What exactly is a wine wedding?

A wine wedding is more than just saying “I do” in a vineyard. It’s a theme that guides the look, feel, and flow of your day from the color palette to the food, the décor to the guest experience.

Think of it as a planning framework with built-in elegance, warmth, and meaning. Wine weddings naturally evoke:

  • Romance (hello candlelight and Cabernet)
  • Timelessness (wine has been part of celebrations for centuries)
  • A sense of place (whether you’re at a winery like LaBelle or simply wine lovers at heart)

You don’t need to be a sommelier to have one. If you love wine, food, and togetherness, this theme is already calling your name.

And what if you’re not a big wine drinker?

A winery wedding can still be the perfect setting. Many couples choose a wine-themed celebration not because they’re wine experts, but because they love the elegant setting and thoughtful experience that wineries offer. The scenic views, refined atmosphere, and elevated food and service create a beautiful backdrop for a wedding in any season.

Couples can even choose to host part of their celebration, like cocktail hour, in the wine cellar. It’s a unique and inspirational space that guests always remember.

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Why couples love the wine wedding theme

In my book, Wine Weddings, I walk couples through how wine can serve as the guiding thread that brings everything together. Once you commit to the theme, everything gets easier:

  • Invitations might feature grapevine motifs or subtle wine stains.
  • Color palettes flow from the wine world: deep burgundies, blush rosés, soft champagnes.
  • Décor could include reclaimed wine barrels, cork escort cards, or a guestbook made from a magnum bottle.
  • Menus are designed with thoughtful wine pairings that guests will remember.
  • Cocktail hour? Delight guests with a signature drink that reflects your story, perhaps a nod to your honeymoon destination or a favorite getaway. (Tip: I love to help couples create their special signature drink! It’s my specialty!)

Wine weddings don’t have to be over the top. In fact, they often feel effortless because everything connects. A wine wedding is also deeply personal!

Your wine theme can reflect:

  • A favorite vacation spot where you discovered your love of wine
  • A meaningful family tradition tied to food and wine
  • Your shared love for gathering with people you care about in a warm, welcoming space

This is your day. Wine just helps tell your story in a beautiful, cohesive way.

Bringing your wine wedding to life

Wine Weddings is full of ideas to inspire and guide you. It’s packed with color photos, timelines, pairing suggestions, and real advice from someone who’s helped hundreds of couples plan unforgettable winery weddings.

As the winemaker at LaBelle, I also love helping couples choose the perfect wines to complement their menu and overall experience. And for those who want a more hands-on approach, I offer one-on-one wedding design coaching to help bring every detail of your wine-loving vision to life.

Final sip

If you’re a wine lover, a foodie, or just want a wedding that feels elegant, relaxed, and truly you, consider a wine wedding. It’s not just a theme. It’s an experience. And I promise, it’s a beautiful one.

Cheers to savoring the journey,



-Amy LaBelle

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