Author Archives: Maggie Bush

Flower Classes 2021

Posted on March 31, 2021 by Maggie Bush

We are excited to announce that once again, we are collaborating with Melissa Cowan from Flowers on Main for 5 Awesome Flower Classes in 2021. Sip…Enjoy…Create! Our flower classes are held outside on our picnic tables. We get plenty of … Continue reading →

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Rucksack Opening May 1, 2021

Posted on March 24, 2021 by Maggie Bush

We are looking forward to Re-Opening Rucksack Cellars for the 2021 season. Our days of operation will be Thursday through Sunday, noon to 5pm. We are busily planning our Community Nights, Flower Classes, and Dinner Events. We look forward to … Continue reading →

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Rucksack Cellars Community Nights

Posted on September 11, 2020 by Maggie Bush

Join us for our Community Nights!  We will be open Thursday Nights (September 16th to October 8th) from 5:30-7:30 so you can enjoy the evening at Rucksack Cellars.  Grab a picnic, a deck of cards or, and we will have … Continue reading →

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Flower Classes with Flowers on Main

Posted on September 11, 2020 by Maggie Bush

We are excited to have two more flower classes with Flowers on Main! All classes are $50/person and include a glass of wine. We welcome groups who choose to socially distance together up to 4 people. We also have room … Continue reading →

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Rucksack Cellars Now Open

Posted on June 19, 2020 by Maggie Bush

Hi All! We are finally ready for you. Rucksack will be open on Saturday and Sundays by reservations. (We hope to add more days shortly). What does “By Reservation” mean? Well, you can make a reservations on RucksackCellars.com on the … Continue reading →

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Lavender Wreath Making Class – June 24th @ 6pm

Posted on June 11, 2020 by Maggie Bush

We are excited to have Melissa Cowan from Flowers on Main joining us again to lead a class on lavender wreath making. We’ll be using the gorgeous lavender from Rucksack Cellars, sipping wine, and enjoying the fresh air! Reservations can … Continue reading →

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Rucksack Re-Opening – June 20, 2020

Posted on June 11, 2020 by Maggie Bush

WOO HOO! El Dorado County has give wineries permission to re-open, with certain restrictions. We plan to re-opening Rucksack Cellars for Saturday and Sunday tastings beginning June 20th. Reservation will be required. We have lots of beautiful picnic tables just … Continue reading →

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Rucksack – Now Entering Phase II

Posted on May 18, 2020 by Maggie Bush

Hi everyone, We are working on our plan for re-opening Rucksack Cellars. Officially, wineries are not able to open tasting room, unless they are serving food (amongst other things).  We are looking at ways to open Rucksack to the public, … Continue reading →

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While Rucksack is Closed….

Posted on December 29, 2019 by Maggie Bush

Yes, we are sorry to say, that Rucksack is closed for the season. But if you need to get some Rucksack Wines or pick up your club shipment, then head on over to Madrona Vineyards where we have a them … Continue reading →

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Closing for the Season December 15th

Posted on November 30, 2019 by Maggie Bush

It is always a sad day for us, but alas, as the weather changes, Rucksack closes for the season. This year, we will be closing on December 15th! On that day, stop by and receive 25% off any case purchases! … Continue reading →

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