Washington Nationals pitcher Gio González is pleased to announce his 2016 Uncork for a Cause charity program kicking off July 17 with a special event to raise awareness and funding for The Washington Nationals Dream Foundation and Big Blue Baseball.

Gio and his special guests will gather from 7-9 pm at Claudia’s Steakhouse on K Street. The exclusive evening also serves as the release party for Gio’s very own 2013 Sonoma Reserve Red Wine, available only at his event. Only one barrel of this limited-edition blend was bottled for Gio’s charity program.

Guests will enjoy an enticing culinary menu specially designed by Claudia’s award-winning kitchen, soft bar, plus an auction packed with Nationals gear, local and national sports items, wine lots from some of California’s elite producers, plus unique travel opportunities to wine country.

Tickets are $125 for general admission and $300 for the limited VIP Reception. Admission includes food, wine and beer, and a complimentary limited-edition bottle of Gio’s Sonoma Reserve Red wine. VIP tickets include general admission plus a pre-event cocktail reception with Gio, his teammates* and special guests, a professional photo taken with Gio, plus a gift bag containing a Gio González autographed baseball and more.

The Washington Nationals Dream Foundation is committed to improving the lives of children and teens in the Washington, D.C. region by supporting initiatives focused on academics, the arts, nutrition and sports. Through the generosity of Nationals fans and corporate partners, the Dream Foundation is using the power of baseball to provide a world of opportunity for area youth.

Founded in 2009, Big Blue Baseball, a Florida non-profit organization, provides financial support and planning directly to the Hialeah High School baseball team, where Gio began his career and won two state championships. 100% of funding raised by Big Blue Baseball supports the kids and team, paying for travel, field maintenance, equipment and creating countless opportunities on and off the field for Thoroughbreds baseball to excel.



*Players appearing are subject to change