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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Join the Monterey Museum of Art for a night of wonderful food, wine, and art! For their fourth Pop-Up Dinner the Monterey Museum of Art is partnering with Pierce Ranch Vineyards and Chef Francisco Castellon, from The Highlands Inn, to bring you an indulgent night you won’t soon forget. The menu, created by Chef Castellon, will feature local and sustainably sourced ingredients to create a dinner inspired by the Who Shot Monterey Pop! Photographs from the 1967 Music Festival exhibition. Carefully selected wine pairing will be provided by Pierce Ranch Vineyards. The event has limited capacity. Registration in advance is required. Tickets: • $80.00 Monterey Museum of Art Contributor Level Members and above • $90.00 General Admission
Enjoy live jazz music on Sunday evenings at Pierce Ranch Vineyards! This week features the Stu Reynolds Saxtet. Cover charge is $8 and there will be wine for purchase. Seating is very limited so show up on the earlier side to ensure your spot! This event is 21+ only.
The Last Bandoleros and Escondido will be taking the stage at Folktale Winery & Vineyard’s Barrel Room on Monday, September 25th, from 6pm – 9pm, for the next installment of the Live in the Vines Concert Series presented by KRML Radio and Folktale Winery. Rolling Stone describes The Last Bandoleros as “a ferocious Tex-Mex tinged band” with a “sound that’s hard to get out of your head.” The foursome has spent the summer touring across Europe and South America with Sting and is currently out on their own headlining the “Crooked Little Halo” Tour. Made up of Jerry Fuentes (guitar and vocals), Derek James (guitar and vocals), Diego Navaira (bass and vocals) and Emilio Navaira (drums and vocals), The Last Bandoleros will be making their debut on the historic Grand Ole Opry stage on September 15 before taking the stage in the Barrel Room at Folktale Winery on September 25th. The Chicago Sun-Times describes Escondido’s sound as “steeped in Southwest fantasia, with swirling trumpets, guitar twang, acoustic guitars and slow-motion reverb.” Consisting of Jessica Maros and Tyler James, the duo released their debut album, The Ghost of Escondido, which was recorded live in one day, in 2013 and earned spots on soundtracks to […]
Come hear singer/songwriter/violinist Chris Murphy in our Wine Garden from 4:30-7:30pm!! Born into an Irish-Italian family near New York City, Murphy was surrounded by the disparate and eclectic sounds of his neighbors’ traditional music. “I heard and was influenced by everything – from Italian-mandolin music, to bluegrass and folk, to Latin music,” he says. Inevitably, he discovered rock ‘n’ roll, claiming still further influence from some of rock’s most adventurous and eclectic icons: Lou Reed and Ry Cooder, Bob Dylan and Richard Thompson. “My real hero,” he says, “was David Lindley. Hearing him play fiddle and lap steel with Jackson Browne — that kind of esoteric, enigmatic soloing over songs is originally what I loved.” Murphy has amassed a deep catalog of solo and collaborative albums and made cameo appearances on records by Har Mar Superstar and The Dandy Warhols, among others. Chris has also been featured on television programs such as ‘Til Death and The Ellen Degeneres Show; his diverse and chameleon-like talents make him a sought after composer and collaborator for film and television. Chris has also performed in over 40 US states, in England and in Ireland. Chris is now bringing his folk/bluegrass/jazz style to Folktale Winery. A […]
The Hyatt Carmel Highlands has been celebrating its 100th anniversary all year long with various programs and activities! The next event is a Winemaker Dinner at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28. In honor of California Wine Month, California Market at Pacific’s Edge is teaming up with De Tierra Wines and the National Steinbeck Center. Attendees will learn about De Tierra wines and their connection to John Steinbeck, and learn about sustainability and organic farming in Steinbeck’s “Pastures of Heaven.” The event features Steinbeck Scholar Susan Shillinglaw, winemaker Anna Russell and a four-course wine pairing meal. Tickets are $140 inclusive per person; $20 from each ticket benefits the National Steinbeck Center. For more info call 831-622-5445 or visit their website. The Hyatt Carmel Highlands is at 120 Highlands Drive.
Join De Tierra for their Trivia Night at the De Tierra Tasting Room in Carmel. There will be three rounds of questions and the themes could vary from music all the way to wine knowledge. Trivia is from 6-7pm. Purchase a wine flight to play and get the chance to win prizes. Put all that random knowledge you have stored in your brain to use at De Tierra every last Friday of the month!
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!
Come enjoy some live music with John Sherry from 4:30-7:30 in Folktale Winery’s Wine Garden! John is one of the most sought-after and inventive solo guitarists in the Monterey Bay Area. Covering classic rock and blues favorites, as well as performing his own original compositions, John utilizes looping techniques to create a mesmerizing acoustic guitar orchestra. Listen here! No cover necessary, simply come and enjoy.
Enjoy live jazz music on Sunday evenings at Pierce Ranch Vineyards! This week features the Steve Abrams Trio. Cover charge is $8 and there will be wine for purchase. Seating is very limited so show up on the earlier side to ensure your spot! This event is 21+ only.
Come join Pessagno Winery at their 4th Polenta and Stew Feed! They will start serving at noon and will have dine in or takeout options available. The price is $20 with a glass of wine or $15 with a soft drink or bottle water. We will see you there!
Join Folktale Winery & Vineyards for Keith Harkin in Concert with special guest Taylor Rae presented by Talking Animals Music! Originally from Derry, Ireland, singer/songwriter/guitarist Keith Harkin has been singing his way into the hearts of music lovers since the age of four. While touring in the United States as lead soloist for Celtic Thunder, Keith caught the eye of Grammy Award-winning Producer David Foster. Mr. Foster signed him to Verve Records and produced Keith’s self-titled debut album in 2012, which reached the number 1 spot on the Billboard charts. His second album, On Mercy Street, was released in 2016 and takes a different, deeper, more personal direction into Keith’s musical styling. Keith takes you on a journey that creeps into your heart strings. Opening for Keith is Santa Cruz-based artist Taylor Rae. She began writing original songs at age 10 and has since recorded three CDs, including her newest album, Getting High to Stay Low. With her own genre she calls “Soul & Roll,” Taylor melds together R&B, jazz, funk/rock and blues, a style that earned her 2017 Santa Cruz NEXTies “Musician of the Year.” Keith Harkin will be bringing his acoustic, folk, pop, rock sound to the stage […]
Welcome to Taste of Carmel, a sampling of the bohemian culture which was first found in and around Carmel-by-the-Sea, California in the early 1900’s and still very much alive today. Taste of Carmel will be your gateway to exploring a quaint coastal village with world-class dining and top-rated wines while uncovering your own bohemian side. Over a long weekend, Taste of Carmel features local food and wine, live music, outdoor activities, culinary education and experiences, a silent auction showcasing area restaurants, inns and boutique goods — all set in an ancient forest near a white sand beach.
Enjoy live jazz music on Sunday evenings at Pierce Ranch Vineyards! This week features Billy Jones Group. Cover charge is $8 and there will be wine for purchase. Seating is very limited so show up on the earlier side to ensure your spot! This event is 21+ only.
Join De Tierra at their tasting room in Carmel-by-the-Sea for wine and a movie! In the spirit of Halloween they will be playing Hocus Pocus on a projector, so feel free to bring the kids. Tickets for this event are $15 and will include a flight of wine, popcorn, and a movie! Come get into the Halloween spirit at De Tierra!
Enjoy live jazz music on Sunday evenings at Pierce Ranch Vineyards! This week features Scotty Wright. Cover charge is $8 and there will be wine for purchase. Seating is very limited so show up on the earlier side to ensure your spot! This event is 21+ only.
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.
Enjoy live jazz music on Sunday evenings at Pierce Ranch Vineyards! This week features Ben Herod. Cover charge is $8 and there will be wine for purchase. Seating is very limited so show up on the earlier side to ensure your spot! Cover is $8. This event is 21+ only.
Join De Tiera October 26th, 6 – 9 pm at Tarpy’s Roadhouse for “HE DUNNIT – NOSTALIGIC NOSH.” Learn the truth about Matt Tarpy and Rancho Saucito where Tarpy’s now stands. Renowned storyteller Terrence Gargiulo recounts how Mr. Tarpy went from well-respected rancher to vilified murderer. Along the way, learn about local life in the 1800s, complete with drama and lynchings! Seats are limited to 56 and cost is $85 inclusive. Call 831.647.1444 for reservations.
Join De Tierra at their Tasting Room for a Halloween themed Trivia Night. There will be three rounds of spooky questions and a costume contest following. Trivia Night is from 6-7pm. Purchase a wine flight to play and get the chance to win prizes; the winner of the costume contest will also receive a prize. Come and get into the Halloween spirit at De Tierra!
Join Pierce Ranch Vineyards June 25th from 7:00-9:00pm for a live jazz performance by Kenny Stahl! $8 cover, 21+ only please
Come join Pessagno Winery at their 4th Polenta and Stew Feed! They will start serving at noon and will have dine in or takeout options available. The price is $20 with a glass of wine or $15 with a soft drink or bottle water. We will see you there!
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An experience for all the senses, Hyatt Carmel Highlands’ California Market at Pacific’s Edge pairs unmatched views of the Pacific Ocean and the famed Big Sur coastline with spectacular “California Coastal” cuisine prepared with the freshest locally sourced ingredients. Celebrate the Hyatt Carmel Highlands’ 100th Anniversary with the Forks.Corks.Action! Winemaker Series in the legendary Wine Room. Learn, swirl, sip and enjoy! Meet the winemakers and enjoy a four-course dinner with wine paired with each course. During the series, winemakers will discuss the history, culture and qualities of the featured wines from Monterey and Santa Cruz County that will accompany Highlands seasonal, locally sourced and plant-based menus. Thursday, November 9th- California Market at Pacific’s Edge is teaming up with Bernardus Winery. Learn about Bernardus wines and their connection to Monterey County. Listen to winemaker Matt Shea while enjoying a four-course wine pairing meal! ($120 inclusive per person). For more info call 831-622-5445 or visit their website. The Hyatt Carmel Highlands is at 120 Highlands Drive.
Join De Tierra for their Trivia Night at the De Tierra Tasting Room in Carmel. There will be three rounds of questions and the themes could vary from music all the way to wine knowledge. Trivia is from 6-7pm. Purchase a wine flight to play and get the chance to win prizes. Put all that random knowledge you have stored in your brain to use at De Tierra every last Friday of the month!
Come join Pessagno Winery at their 4th Polenta and Stew Feed! They will start serving at noon and will have dine in or takeout options available. The price is $20 with a glass of wine or $15 with a soft drink or bottle water. We will see you there!
Join De Tierra for their Trivia Night at the De Tierra Tasting Room in Carmel. There will be three rounds of questions and the themes could vary from music all the way to wine knowledge. Trivia is from 6-7pm. Purchase a wine flight to play and get the chance to win prizes. Put all that random knowledge you have stored in your brain to use at De Tierra every last Friday of the month!
