Try our Three Perfect Day itinerary for an authentic immersion into Monterey Wine Country. Whether you choose the vineyard tasting rooms of River Road, the country charm of Carmel Valley, coastal Monterey and Carmel – or all three, you’ll leave with a deep sense of the character, history, and excellence that is Monterey County wines.
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Take a trip down River Road and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Salinas Valley in Monterey Wine Country!
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You are invited to join us at Folktale Winery on August 17th, 18th or 19th between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM to drive the exhilarating Alfa Romeo Giulia or the new Stelvio. Come enjoy the beautiful scenery of Carmel Valley, CA and experience first-hand the legendary performance and style that has made Alfa Romeo an automotive icon for over 100 years. Light catering and refreshments will be provided throughout the day. Drive slots are limited, and advance registration is required. Sign up and reserve your spot here!
De Tierra is bringing back their most beloved Vino with the Vindegard event for the 4th year in a row with a picnic theme! Join De Tierra Vineyards at the Russell Estate Vineyard on August 19th from 1-3pm. Everyone will receive their own picnic lunch and there will be tours of the vineyard, outdoor bowling, a s’mores bar, live music and, of course, wine! Tickets are $55 for non-club members. TICKETS ARE NON-TRANSFERRABLE.
Join the Barnyard Shopping Center for the 20th Anniversary of the Ferrari Event presented by Keller Williams Luxury Homes International. You’ll join Ferrari and other exotic car owners displaying their beautiful automobiles. Enjoy Monterey County wines, a sampling of small bites from local eateries and live entertainment. This is a fundraiser to benefit the Arts Council for Monterey County and the Rotary Club of Monterey Cannery Row.
Bring your family and friends for a Sunday to remember! Enjoy the stunning views while sipping your favorite Hahn wine on their Tasting Room deck, a mile up the Santa Lucia Highlands, in the middle of Hahn’s Smith Vineyard. With the music, the view, the wine, and the company, you’re sure to have a memorable and rejuvenating day. This week featuring Wade Egan! Reservations available but not required
Come enjoy live music with Sean Ryan from 4:30-7:30pm in Folktale Winery’s wine garden! Sean’s contemporary sound has garnered him comparisons to artists such as John Mayer, Cat Stevens, Bob Dylan and Jim Croce. He plays a mix of classic rock and pop covers along with a few originals. Heavily influenced by pop music of the 80s and 90s (Toad the Wet Sprocket, Gin Blossoms and Richard Marx) as well as by classic 70s artists (such as Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, and James Taylor). No cover necessary, simply come and enjoy.
Enjoy Lucy Woodward in Concert, presented by Talking Animals Music at Folktale Winery and Vineyards. Lucy is just returning from a European tour that included performing with Snarky Puppy, and now she’s bringing her jazzy, bluesy, rock vibes to the Barrel Room at Folktale Winery! “A steamy, string-kissed slice of retro British pop by a versatile singer/songwriter‚” proclaimed USA Today, while Billboard described how “Lucy’s a ball, equally appreciable for fans of melodic sing-along baubles and highbrow aficionados of finely honed musical composition. A sonic turnstile that flips through dreamy pop, jazz and bluesy bebop” Lucy will be recording a live album at this concert! Doors @ 6pm, Show Begins @ 7pm General Admission Advanced: $25 General Admission Day Of: $30 VIP (reserved seating within the first 2 rows) $35 Strictly 21+
De Tierra is hosting their monthly trivia night! Come in and enjoy a flight, answer some fun questions, AND win some awesome prizes! They also have specials from 5-8pm on your favorite De Tierra wines! Trivia will run from 6-7 pm.
Please join Joyce Vineyards for this limited seating pairing dinner in which you will dine & sip under the stars while you listen to winemaker Russell Joyce and his team delve deep into why the 2016 vintage of Pinot Noirs from Joyce are some of the most compelling to date. Russell and his team have spent years learning the ups & downs of this temperamental grape varietal but feel that through the 2016 vintage they have been able to show both the finesse and power of Monterey County Pinot Noir in the most transparent way possible. To enhance this delectable experience we have chosen to partner up with La Balena of Carmel in order to serve you only the best family style pairing that will only elevate your connection between what’s on the plate and in your glass. This is a pre-release dinner for members only and seating is limited so make sure to reserve your spot. The wines sampled at the dinner will also be available as a pre-release to attending members for a special discount. Featured Wines 2016 “Tondre Grapefield” Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands 2016 “Submarine Canyon” Pinot Noir Monterey County 2016 “Gabilan” Pinot Noir Monterey County 2016 […]
Classes are $20, which includes the cost of the class AND a complimentary glass of Folktale wine after! Taking place in Folktale’s new Rose Vineyard (located just left of the Barrel Room), Kate Balog will guide you through a 90 minute session before you get to enjoy a glass of wine in the Wine Garden. About Kate Kate holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, a Holistic Health Certification from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, and a 200-Hour Yoga Alliance Teacher Certification through Vinyasa Yoga School in Rishikesh, India. She has been trained in Hatha and Vinyasa yoga- asana, pranayama, meditation, philosophy and yoga therapy. She is also a Reiki 1 & 2 practitioner. Kate’s teaching combines ancient yogic technique with modern understanding to create a felt energetic experience of alignment and balance. She currently teaches weekly classes at Esalen Institute. *Remember to bring your mat!
Bring your family and friends for a Sunday to remember! Enjoy the stunning views while sipping your favorite Hahn wine on the Tasting Room deck, a mile up the Santa Lucia Highlands, in the middle of Hahn’s Smith Vineyard. With the music, the view, the wine, and the company, you’re sure to have a memorable and rejuvenating day. Featuring Moon Glow Jazz Band! About the band: Moon Glow Jazz Band is a swinging group led by Bari Roberts (Guitar & Vocals) and Michael Gaines (Upright Bass & Vocals). Their music is a style from the swing era dance clubs with some Western Swing and Latin thrown in. They are joined by Craig Jardstrom on trombone, cornet & lap steel with Jim Vanderzwaan on drums. Reservations available but not required.
Folktale Winery’s Folk in the Gallery concert series continues with The Whiskey Wasps! Originally from West Palm Beach, FL, this indie-acoustic/folk band is composed of husband and wife Billy Schmidt and Rachel DuVall-Schmidt, who relocated to California in February 2017. Previously part of the indie alt-rock band, Raggy Monster, the two have shared the stage as direct opener for such artists as: – Charlie Daniels – Smashing Pumpkins – The Misfits – Train at Sunfest 2013 The couple has received several awards, including: – Best Music Video 2016 – Best Rock Band 2016 – Best Local Band at Sunfest 2013 And have been featured in: – RockOnPhilly – South Florida New Times – Cliche’ Magazine – Pure Honey Magazine – BalconyTV as an editor’s pick Their hauntingly soothing indie/folk acoustic sound and thought-provoking lyrics earned them international radio airplay with their first single “Morning Snow.” Their third album is set for a late 2017 release, and promises to be their “most ambitious project to date.”
Holman Ranch will be celebrating its birthday on Thursday, September 7th from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. with its Annual Fiesta del los Amigos and a benefit for the Alzheimer’s Association. The popular Fiesta de los Amigos which began in 1928, the Ranch’s birthday celebration, was an annual highlight, often attracting more than 2,000 guests. In the 1960’s – 1980’s the Ranch was known for its rodeos and horse shows, daily trail rides, barbecues, and fiestas filled the calendar. This year, the celebration will be filled with flavorful food, Holman Ranch estate wines to sip, lively entertainment to enjoy and more! Capture the moment of the Fiesta in a photo booth or head to the game tent and enjoy games for the entire family. Special guest appearances will include: § Chef Jerome from Jerome’s Carmel Valley Market § Chef Jon and Nancy from Paradise Catering § Live music from Kelly Productions § Tarot Card Reader § Palm Reader § And more In addition, attendees can sign up to support the Holman Ranch team for theMonterey Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The walk will be held on Saturday, October 7th, 2017 and depart from Custom House Plaza in Monterey. Attendees can sign up to join the […]
Race through the vineyards and trails of the beautiful Paraiso Vineyards in Soledad, Ca. The start time for the 5K Wicked Run begins at 5:00pm and the 1K Wicked Tasting Walk begins at 6:30pm. 5K participants are required to finish in one hour or less. After your race enjoy our Post Race Party, a Live Band, and… more wine! There will be a food truck onsite, bring your blankets, and pop up chairs to stay and enjoy a relaxing afterparty. Top finishers for the 5K win premium Wicked Wine Swag, prizes and bragging rights to boot. Top finishers for the 5K win premium Wicked Wine prizes and bragging rights to boot. Although this fun run is untimed the top 3 males and females to cross the finish line will receive awards.
De Tierra is hosting their monthly trivia night! Come in and enjoy a flight, answer some fun questions, AND win some awesome prizes! They also have specials from 5-8pm on your favorite De Tierra wines! Trivia will run from 6-7 pm.
The Carmel Valley Wine Experience hosts their 3nd annual Grand Tasting, Harvest Celebration at Carmel Valley Ranch in the Carmel Valley on Saturday, October 21st. From 1pm to 4pm, this Food & Wine event will showcase the bounty of Monterey County and its sunny and serene Carmel Valley. A gastronomic affair to delight the senses – featuring a dozen local wineries, local restaurants, the farmed flavors of Carmel Valley Ranch (salt, lavender, honey and more), as well as live music and winemaking demonstrations. WINES: Bernardus, Big Sur Vineyards, Chesebro, Cima Collina, Holman Ranch, Idle Hour, Joullian, Joyce, Mercy, Windy Oaks and Swing (from the Carmel Valley Ranch Estate) Tickets include CVWE Logo glass.
De Tierra is hosting their monthly trivia night! Come in and enjoy a flight, answer some fun questions, AND win some awesome prizes! They also have specials from 5-8pm on your favorite De Tierra wines! Trivia will run from 6-7 pm.
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De Tierra is hosting their monthly trivia night! Come in and enjoy a flight, answer some fun questions, AND win some awesome prizes! They also have specials from 5-8pm on your favorite De Tierra wines! Trivia will run from 6-7 pm.
De Tierra is hosting their monthly trivia night! Come in and enjoy a flight, answer some fun questions, AND win some awesome prizes! They also have specials from 5-8pm on your favorite De Tierra wines! Trivia will run from 6-7 pm.
