On a recent episode of The Day With Trae, guest host Deaunte Damper sat down with Shahron Chaudhry, co-founder of Saanj Winery, to discuss the brand’s origins, philosophy, and upcoming Seattle expansion.

Inspired by a first date twelve years ago in Woodinville, Washington, Chaudhry and his now-wife and co-founder, Kye Freeman-Chaudhry, sought to create a winery rooted in community, representation, and culture. Named after a Punjabi word meaning the uplifting of a community toward a common goal, Saanj Winery uses wine as a medium to share their heritage and connect people.

From its humble beginnings hosting monthly pop-ups, Saanj Winery has expanded into 40 retail locations by prioritizing intentional, communal growth. The brand offers a unique guest experience by integrating curated music playlists featuring emerging artists across R&B, hip-hop, rap, and Punjabi genres.

Saanj Winery is hosting its Social House Grand Opening: Wine, Vibes, & Community on Saturday, October 17th from 4 to 8 p.m. at 140 4th Ave N, Suite E 180, Seattle. Get your tickets today on Eventbrite.

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