Rucksack Cellars

December 6th, from 9am Until Sold Out

Look at that incredible tree…where did you get it?

Every year, for one day only, Rucksack opens up early in the morning and stays open until we’ve sold our quota of Christmas trees.

We celebrate this occasion with hot apple cider, wine, photo opportunities on our Rucksack sleigh and maybe, if we are lucky, our Christmas Storm Trooper will make an appearance.

Come out to Rucksack on Saturday, December 6th to select that perfect Christmas tree to cut down! All trees…no matter the size or type…are all the same price ($120 w/ cc and $110 cash). No reservations necessary.

Rucksack Open This Weekend but…

Closed November 27

First off, I want to wish you all a happy, festive and delicious Thanksgiving holiday surrounded by family, friends and loved ones. After all…every holiday, but Thanksgiving in particular, is all about with whom you can share it.

Rucksack Cellars will be closed on Thursday, November 27, for Thanksgiving. However, we will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12pm to 5pm. Come on in and take care of that “Black Friday” shopping for your wine loving friends and family or escape the crowds and come in to Rucksack for a relaxing wine flight.

But before Thanksgiving arrives, don’t forget that our Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Zinfandel, Syrah, Cab Franc and GSM all pair wonderfully with Turkey and Thanksgiving menus. We are OPEN all this weekend, today thru Sunday, so come up and make sure you are fully stocked for your Thanksgiving celebrations.

See you soon!

Give A Little And Get A Little Back

As we head into the holiday season and we begin to think about how we want to wrap up 2025…we often think about what we want to include on our lists, what we want to purchase for friends and family, where we can find the best deals, and, hopefully, how we can help out our neighbors in need.

Well…this year at Rucksack, we are trying to combine all those goals in one stop. Starting this weekend and going until December 9, bring in toy donations and receive a discount on your Rucksack purchases. Toys need to be new and unwrapped. We will have a specific donation bin for the toys.

Our “thank you” to you for your generosity will be as follows. For each toy that you bring in, take 5% off your Rucksack wine purchase, up to 25%. The savings at Rucksack really add up.

Come in and take care of all those gifts for your wine loving friends and family, stock up for your holiday celebrations, get a big discount and feel good about it all at the same time. Now that’s a win, win, win, win!

Come Bask In The Beauty Of Fall…

…And prepare for your Thanksgiving Holiday with a floral centerpiece design class by Mel.

Our Thanksgiving Centerpiece class will be at Rucksack Cellars on November 19, at 6pm. Your ticket includes all flowers that are needed to create your one of a kind arrangement and your first glass of Rucksack wine.

Mel has been teaching classes for the last decade and has been a professional florist for almost 20 years. She is a local flower enthusiast!

This class will be using locally grown stems. 

BYOV! Bring your own VASE! Do you have a favorite vase at home, in which you don’t quite know how to create that perfect arrangement? Bring it, receive a discount on the class, and Mel will show you how to create that perfect arrangement. If you choose to bring your own vase, Mel has provided some dimensions to help you decide what to bring…centerpiece containers should have a 4-6″ round diameter, same height. Oblong or rectangular containers can be up to 12-14″ long but only 3-4″ width, and only up to 6″ tall.

$75/person if your provide your own vase, $90/person if you would like us to provide a vase for you. You may purchase tickets by staying on this website, clicking the “STORE” tab across the banner, followed by clicking on the “EVENTS AND MERCHANDISE” tab.

Catered by Little Cravings Catering – October 25, 2025

On the evening of Saturday, October 25, we are planning a multi-course dinner, paired with our Rucksack wines, catered by Little Cravings.

This is just a little tease of the full menu offering, we are toying with the thoughts of toasted nuts on each table, Bacon Wrapped Dates, Grilled Pork Loin with Spiced Apple Chutney and various cheeses among other sides and accoutrement. Is your stomach growling yet?

As this dinner will need to be capped at 25-30 people, don’t hesitate to get your tickets early so you don’t miss out. Tickets can be purchased by staying on this website, clicking on the “STORE” tab across the top banner, followed by the “EVENTS AND MERCHANDISE” tab. Tickets are $60/person or $55/person for club members of both Rucksack and Madroña.

See you at Rucksack for our Harvest Dinner on October 25, 2025!

Our First Seasonal Flower Class – October 15

Our first flower class with Mel this fall season will feature Pumpkin Centerpiece designs on October 15 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at Rucksack Cellars. If you want to purchase tickets just stay on this website, click on the “STORE” tab across the top banner, followed by the “EVENTS AND MERCHANDISE” tab.

For this pumpkin class, please provide your own pre-cleaned pumpkin or another festive vessel that you would like to decorate with at least a 4-inch opening.

The ticket prices for these classes ALWAYS include your first glass of Rucksack wine.

Other Flower classes later in the season include:

• Thanksgiving Harvest Centerpieces on November 19
• Holiday Wreaths on December 17

(Tickets for both of these classes can also be purchased by following the link instructions above)

This is going to be a beautiful and festive fall, heading in to the holidays, and we hope that you can join us. These are small classes, capped at 25 guests, so be sure to get your tickets early.

Enhancing The Experience With Local Food Options

If you just want to come out to Rucksack and relax with a glass of wine (or bottle), while playing some games and enjoying the incredible sunset, without having to do any work to prepare your picnic beforehand…we have the perfect offers for you!!!

In September, we will have catered food options available at Rucksack, so all you need to do is come and enjoy yourself.

Sept. 4 – Flourless Gluten – Free Picnic Box

Sept. 11 – Little Cravings Pulled Pork or Vegetable Quesadillas

Sept. 18 – Rucksack Charcuterie Basket

Sept. 25 – Betty’s Balls Food Truck

In September, Rucksack Community Game Nights return every week, on Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30. Please note the earlier start and end time from June, due to the earlier sunset.

Food pairing tickets include your first glass of Rucksack wine. The Sept. 4 and 11 food offerings do require a pre-order, which you can make by staying on this website, clicking the “STORE” tab across the banner, followed by the “EVENTS AND MERCHANDISE” tab.

We have an absolutely AMAZING offer!!!

Come pick up this vibrant rose, perfect for the hot summer weather, which showcases the balance between fresh red fruit and bright acidity.

$16 per bottle or $120 per case. Come in to Rucksack Cellars or call (530) 647-2113 to take advantage of this fabulous deal.

Open Thursday thru Sunday, 12pm to 5pm

3030 Carson Road, Camino CA

Once the 2023 Rose is gone…so is this sale!

3rd Saturday On Main Street

Wine & Art Walk

This Saturday, July 19 from 5pm to 8pm, Main Street in Placerville will be having its 3rd Saturday Wine and Art walk.

Sip, stroll and shop your way through downtown Placerville this Saturday evening! Enjoy wine tastings from beloved local wineries while exploring galleries, boutiques, and charming shops. Come see Rucksack Cellars at “Loved To Death” gallery at 470 Main Street.

Wristband tickets include 6 tastings at participating wineries and are $10, they can be purchased at “heArten Soul” located at 464 Main Street…right next to where Rucksack will be pouring.

Seasonal Flower Classes At Rucksack

Now I know that we are still very much in Summer, but I wanted to make you all aware of some incredibly fun and creative events that we have coming up at Rucksack in the Fall…Flower Classes with the amazing Mel. (I added the amazing but it’s true!)

Our flower classes with Mel are back and this year we will feature a Pumpkin Class on October 15, Thanksgiving Harvest Centerpiece Class on November 19 and a Holiday Wreath Class on December 17. Mark your calendars, save the dates, and if you want to purchase tickets, stay on this website and click the “STORE” tab across the top banner, followed by the “EVENTS AND MERCHANDISE” tab.

The ticket prices for these classes vary due to the supplies needed for each individual arrangement…however, your first glass of Rucksack wine is ALWAYS included with your ticket.

This is going to be a beautiful and festive Fall, continuing in to the Holidays, and we hope that you can join us. These are small classes, capped at 25 guests, so be sure to get your tickets early.