Sip Sip Soirée returns March 5 to celebrate women in wine

The annual event features female-led wine tastings, artisan pizza, desserts and a new Dream Pie contest

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

The third annual Sip Sip Soirée, an event highlighting female-led wines and businesses, will take place on March 5 at Vintage Elkhart Lake in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. The event will feature a tasting of eight wines crafted by women vintners, Roman-style pizza from Harry's Pizza e Vino, and desserts from Marilette Patisserie. Attendees can also participate in a "Build Your Dream Pie" contest, with the winning pizza being featured during the event.

Why it matters

Sip Sip Soirée aims to bring women from various industries together to celebrate and support female-owned small businesses and women winemakers. The event has grown into a meaningful gathering where connections are made and collaborations begin, showcasing the power of women supporting one another in the local community and beyond.

The details

The event will feature a tasting of eight wines crafted by women vintners from around the world, led by Rebecca Roessger of Select Sellers and Jocelyn Jungers of Allstate Wine & Liquor Co. Harry's Pizza e Vino will provide a Roman-style pizza experience, hosted by co-owner Laurie Latifi, and Marilette Patisserie, owned by Victoria Mankee, will provide desserts. Attendees can participate in the "Build Your Dream Pie" contest by submitting their favorite topping combinations for a chance to have their custom pizza featured at the event.

  • The third annual Sip Sip Soirée will take place on Thursday, March 5, 2026 from 6 to 8 p.m.

The players

Vintage Elkhart Lake

A local business hosting the Sip Sip Soirée event.

Rebecca Roessger

An expert from Select Sellers who will lead the wine tasting.

Jocelyn Jungers

An expert from Allstate Wine & Liquor Co. who will lead the wine tasting.

Laurie Latifi

The co-owner of Harry's Pizza e Vino, who will host the Roman-style pizza experience.

Victoria Mankee

The owner of Marilette Patisserie, who will provide the desserts for the event.

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What they’re saying

“Sip Sip Soirée has grown into something truly special. What began as a simple idea to gather women over great wine has evolved into an evening where meaningful connections are made and collaborations begin. Watching women support and champion one another in this space is incredibly rewarding.”

— Jaclyn Stuart, Owner and sommelier of Vintage Elkhart Lake (Community announcement)

“We're thrilled to bring this event back and once again celebrate local female-owned small businesses and women winemakers from around the world. Guests can expect wonderful wines, delicious pizza and an exciting new addition with our Build Your Dream Pie contest. It's going to be a memorable evening.”

— Jaclyn Stuart, Owner and sommelier of Vintage Elkhart Lake (Community announcement)

What’s next

The winning Dream Pie from the contest will be showcased during the pizza service at the Sip Sip Soirée event on March 5, 2026.

The takeaway

Sip Sip Soirée continues to be a meaningful event that celebrates and supports female-led businesses and women winemakers, fostering a sense of community and collaboration among women in the local area and beyond.