Local Wine Industry Couple’s Wedding Showcases What They Love About Sonoma County

On the 10th anniversary of the day they started dating, Heather Delman and Dylan Price celebrated their love with a wedding that perfectly blended their story with the natural beauty of Sonoma County. The couple, who met at Sonoma State University and both work in the wine industry, exchanged vows last May at Olive Oaks in Sebastopol, a private home that hosts events.

“The vineyards in the background were a nod to what we both do,” Heather explains. “And we wanted a place where we could bring our own wine.”

The couple planned a heartfelt, outdoorsy celebration that showcased the friends and family who had shared in their journey.

Sonoma County wedding in Sebastopol — The couple and their bridal party after the ceremony in Sebastopol. Because they both work in the wine industry, they loved that their site had views of nearby vineyards. (Stephanie Klotz)

“I didn’t meet one new person on my wedding day. Everyone was a part of our story,” says Heather. “It’s a big reason why we decided even to have a wedding. This is the only time we can get all of these people in one place together.”

With many guests flying in from the East Coast, where Dylan’s family is from, the couple hoped to share what they love about living in Sonoma County. “We wanted to make an awesome experience and show everyone why we love it so much,” says Heather.

Details reflected the couple’s deep connection to the region. The flowers came from a local farm, and the final look was a bit of a surprise. Heather chose the color palette in advance but allowed the team at the farm to arrange what was freshest and in season. “I was already in my dress when the flowers arrived, and I loved them,” she says.

Sonoma County wedding — The flowers came from a local farm in Santa Rosa, Longer Table Farm. (Stephanie Klotz)

Instead of a traditional tiered cake, the couple opted for seasonal fruit pies as well as cake jars decorated with stickers of their dog, Odin, who also put in an appearance at the wedding.

“He’s essentially our child. We are so obsessed with him. But we were scared to let him loose with that pool,” laughs Heather. The sweets decorated with Odin’s face proved very popular with their guests. “We barely got to taste the desserts,” she says. “They were gone in minutes!”