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Sonoma Wine and Dine

Item Number
138
Estimated Value
9000 USD
Opening Bid
3500 USD

Item Description

This item includes:
  • Private winery tour and reserve wine tasting for 2 at Cast Wines, Geyserville
  • VIP 6-course dinner with wine pairings for 2 at Valette Restaurant in Healdsburg
  • 3-night stay in a standard guest room at Hyatt Vineyard Creek Hotel & Spa in Santa Rosa
  • Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to San Francisco or Oakland, CA
  • Booking & concierge service (courtesy of Winspire) 
Cast Wines, Geyserville (Sonoma County)
Enjoy a private winery tour and reserve wine tasting for two. Tucked into the forest above their Grey Palm Estate vineyard in bucolic Dry Creek Valley, Cast grows and produces handmade wines using old-world techniques highlighting the very best of Sonoma County. Your host, a knowledgeable member of the winery team, will toast your arrival with sparkling Blanc de Noirs. Glass in hand, take a walk through the vineyard to see first-hand how the grapes are nurtured and prepared for harvest. Sample refreshing cold-fermented Sauvignon Blanc as you make your way to the crush pad for an overview of harvesting and a taste of estate Zinfandel. Proceed through the winery fermentation tank area and into the barrel aging room where you will have a seated tasting of Casts Old Vine Zinfandel and other current release and limited reserve wines, accompanied by a cheese plate. Finish your visit on the tasting terrace where you will enjoy one of the best views in wine country.
 
Valette Restaurant, Healdsburg
Enjoy a VIP 6-course dinner with wine pairings, prepared exclusively for your party of two. Chef/Owner and Healdsburg native Dustin Valette will make a personal visit to your table and craft an elegant menu from Sonoma County's finest seasonal ingredients to complement the regions distinctive wines. Valette incorporates the best of the abundant local sources into specialties such as broiled Miyagi oysters with caramelized onion biscuits and coriander-crusted duck breast with fig compote. The wine pairings exemplify the symbiotic relationship of wine and cuisine. The restaurant's vibe is upscale casual and has a simple charm — rustic and comfortable — with the premise of being a gathering place to showcase great food, boutique wine and impeccable service.
 
Hyatt Vineyard Creek Hotel & Spa (Santa Rosa)
Enjoy a 3-night stay in a standard guest room for two. This Mediterranean style hotel is just a short drive from Sonoma County, Napa Valley, Russian River and gorgeous Pacific Coast. When not out exploring the area, sip wine by the cozy fire pit, treat yourself to a massage at the spa, or stroll to the shops, restaurants and cultural attractions in picturesque Santa Rosa.

Item Special Note

Airfare must be booked within one year from the date of purchase. Airfare taxes and a $25 per person processing fee are the responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years weeks.
 
Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Ground transportation is not included.