Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute – CHCI 2015 Scholarship Challenge Online Auction
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Grapes on the Vine Turn Into Glasses of Wine!, Santa Barbara

Item Number
CMP-106
Estimated Value
2200 USD
Opening Bid
1650 USD

Item Description

Enjoy Sun-Drenched Leisure and a Gorgeous Vineyard for Two in Santa Barbara, California for Four Days & Three Nights at the Hyatt Santa Barbara with a Tour of Summerland Winery's Estate Theresa-Noelle and the Terravant Wine Company (Land Only)

Sun-drenched, relaxed and nestled seductively between Los Angeles and San Francisco, Santa Barbara's balmy weather, glorious beaches, crystal clear air, and serene landscapes have lured people to California's Central Coast for centuries. A few days in Santa Barbara is the ideal escape for relaxation, a place where you can slow down and appreciate the good things in life. Then raise your glass to toast the beauty of the Santa Rita Hills, as you sip on the wine that comes from Summerland Winery's vines!

Discover one of the finest hotels in Santa Barbara, California when you stay at Hyatt Santa Barbara. Built in 1931, this historic hotel welcomes guests with its casual elegance and first-rate service. Detailed with a fusion of Spanish Colonial architecture blended with modern conveniences, Hyatt Santa Barbara is a shining gateway to the city of Santa Barbara, also known as the American Riviera.

From State Street and the Santa Ynez Mountains to the Channel Islands and the wine country, Santa Barbara is one of America's best-kept secrets. They call Santa Barbara the walking town, so get ready for strolling under the sunshine! Take the Waterfront Shuttle to State Street and then saunter to the many museums, art galleries, restaurants, and unique shops that await you. Stop off at Stearns Wharf and visit the Santa Barbara Beach Art Show held each Sunday. California's famed wine country is a short drive away in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley.

It's a grape to glass experience, so pull up your sleeves and whet your palette! After traveling to the Santa Rita Hills via deluxe van or coach from Summerland Winery's tasting room, you'll arrive at the breathtaking estate vineyard, Theresa-Noelle. You'll have an opportunity to meet the vineyard managers, John and Ivan Belfaye, or the winemaking apprentice, Trevor Bethke, who will impart their knowledge about their vineyard practices, as well as demonstrate the pruning, suckering, and shoot thinning that turns grapes into wine! You'll have time to savor tapas at Avant in Buellton, while sipping on an array of Summerland wines, including Summerland Rosè, Cabernet Sauvignon, and the estate Pinot Noir. Next up is a tour of the Terravant Wine Company, led by winemaker Etienne Terlinden, who will pour you glasses of future Summerland vintages right from the tanks and barrels!

Your getaway for two includes:
• 4 days/3 nights accommodations at the Hyatt Santa Barbara
• All room-related taxes
• 5-hour tour of Summerland Winery including visits to the winemaking facility, estate vineyard with hands-on demonstration, tapas and wine tasting


Terms and Conditions
Travel package is non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/gift cards cannot be replaced. A 30 day advance reservation is required. Travel is valid for 12 months from date of issue.