Top Napa Sweet 16 Venues

• Spaces for 120 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

There is nothing more romantic than a wedding in the wine country, but Covid-19 has uprooted so much in our lives, especially those very special occasions that we have planned and looked forward to for so many months. Weddings are a very special occasion in our lives, but in the end, it is not how you get married that matters, but rather who you are marrying in the first place. As a result, we are offering two micro wedding packages for those who are only interested in the ceremony and want to schedule the reception for a later date. A wedding in the wine country is without a doubt the most romantic event you can attend. With the help of some of Sonoma County's most sought-after vendors, The Gables Wine Country Inn has put together a simple, elegant wedding celebration package for you. A complete buyout of the Inn, as well as the addition of seven additional guest rooms, is required. With a capacity of up to 50 guests, The Gables Wine Country Inn is the ideal location for your wedding in Sonoma County!

Twelve years after arriving in America, in 1924, Gaspare Indelicato planted a vineyard in Manteca, California. With it, he planted the foundation of his eventual success in the California wine trade. Since that first vineyard flourished, Gaspare’s children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren have honored his legacy through dedication to his steadfast values of family, hard work and integrity. More than a century ago, Gaspare and Caterina Indelicato immigrated from Sicily to the United States. With little to draw on but a long family history of grapegrowing and an entreprenuer’s gift for seizing opportunity, Gaspare entered the wine trade by planting a single vineyard in Manteca, California, where the climate reminded the couple of their homeland. Occupying a privileged position at the southern foot of the trail, the winery grounds eventually became the site of the Silverado Western Center, a major equestrian center that opened in September 1963. The original riding area now houses prized wines, instead of prize-winning horses. However Black Stallion Estate Winery carries its heritage forward. The estate’s legacy honors the world-class terroir of Napa Valley, the pioneering spirit of the Silverado Trail, and the Indelicato family’s warm hospitality and generations of wine expertise. To make great wine, a winemaker must have a deep familiarity with each lot of freshly pressed juice. At Black Stallion, the search for greatness means boots in the vineyard, checking on vine growth and grape development all year long. It means tasting grapes rather than looking at lab reports to determine the perfect moment to pick. It means harvesting and sorting fruit by hand. Black Stallion Winery’s small scale means that each lot of grapes that arrives at harvest is treated individually, and receives a unique upbringing to bring out its full potential for excellence. Once crushed at the winery, micro-lots are either fermented in small tanks made of wood, concrete or steel. These choices of aging vessel give winemaker Ralf Holdenried exceptional flexibility to match a batch of grapes with the material best suited to bring out its greatness—key in a region as diverse as Napa Valley. After fermentation, the wine is drained using gravity, not pumps, and aged in the finest oak barrels. The gentle handling of the wine prevents the extraction of harsh components that could impart bitterness. There’s no set recipe for a Black Stallion blend, just the finely honed palates of winemaker Ralf Holdenried and his team. It’s not uncommon for Holdenried to try dozens of trial blends before deciding on a final cuvée. The goal is always the same: To create a seamless, harmonious wine that captures the varietal’s best expression of that vintage in Napa Valley.

The story of Darioush began centuries ago, in the seat of winemaking culture. It culminates here and now - a new intersection of winecraft, extraordinary arts, time-honored customs grounded in an authentic tradition of graciousness. Darioush is a story of the harmonious blending of traditions - a culture of graciousness and thoughtfulness and one rooted in the ideals of individualism and opportunity. Nowhere is the connection between wine and culture more evident than in the history of Persia. Discoveries dating to 5,000 B.C. in the Zagros Mountains of Northern Iran show that winemaking emerged as permanent communities replaced nomadic life and a new age of wine culture began. The history of wine accompanies the very concept of hospitality, inspiring art, poetry, culture, and winecraft for millennia to come. Darioush Khaledi was instilled at an early age with the winemaking craft of his father, inspired by wine culture in the literary city of Shiraz - in modern day Iran - and the ancient city of Persepolis. He became a lifelong collector, seeking out old-world wines infused with tradition and energized by modern technique. Aspiring to the ideals of the American dream, Darioush immigrated to America to seek out opportunities others overlooked. He was an entrepreneur determined to realize his dream, yet always eager to share his journey through his love of wine borne of rich heritage. In 1997, he and his wife Shahpar founded Darioush and began to realize a lifelong aspiration to share the art, architecture, wine, craftsmanship, and culture that inspired their journey. In the late 1990's Darioush and winemaker Steve Devitt made an unorthodox choice, to commit to Southern Napa Valley - choosing its cooler microclimates to develop their unique style. While the focus was in the north, he was headed south. Seeking opportunities others overlooked, Darioush and Steve focused intently on site selection and cooler microclimates in Southern Napa Valley; high atop Mount Veeder and the maritime-influenced Valley floor. Replanting where necessary to unlock the full potential of both the vineyard and wine grape cultivated from it. They committed to a Bordeaux-style of winemaking - a blended style they long admired for the potential to truly express a wine's character. Now these years later, the Darioush estate comprises 120 acres in Southern Napa Valley spanning the Mount Veeder and Oak Knoll AVA's. They believe truly unique wines reflect great vineyards, but also the character of the people behind them. This spirit finds its home in a vineyard estate, an environment of warmth and hospitality.

Feel the at-home vibes. BANN at Oak Knoll NAPA is a luxurious Resort-Style Bed and Breakfast with a limited number of rooms. Each room was built with passion by Chef Lalita Souksamlane, who is also the owner of the 5 famous restaurants in San Francisco. Souksamlane’s love for the Wine Country inspired her to build this stylish Bed & Breakfast that embodies the luxury of Thailand. Her main goal with the venue is to provide the ultimate destination for special stay, featuring indoor and outdoor living options nestled in between sprawling California vineyards. Bann’s seamless design presents guests with a “feeling of home vibe”, combined with the concept of an “East Meets West” blending of cultures. Souksamlane wants to give her guests an intimate look through the life of Thai people in the three different regions of the country. She chose the word “Baan”, which means “Home” in Thai, and selected unique design elements found in homes from each of the three regions of Thailand: North, Northeast, and South. Therefore, each room is decorated like a house representing the traditional design found in the three different regions of Thailand. The name of each room was carefully selected from the important main provinces of the Kingdoms of Siam, displaying the uniqueness and cultures inherited from the old time, such as color tones, handcrafted items, and arts. Chef Lalita Souksamlane wants guests to experience the epitome of the Thai ‘Bann’ lifestyle, with each room offering an authentic experience through a different region of Thailand. Located in the heart of Napa Valley, The Oak Knoll district’s 8,300 acres find nearly 4,200 acres under vine. Established in 1985, the original B&B was referred to as Oak Knoll Inn. It was one of the first B&Bs in the area, which was quiet and undiscovered at that time. Over the years, Bann at Oak Knoll has been refreshed and reawakened under the careful guidance of renowned owner, Chef Lalita Souksamlane There’s only one luxury resort-style bed & breakfast that can host events and weddings with secluded vineyard access, and mountain views. Guests can expect a sophisticated ambiance and high service standards against the unspoiled, lush backdrop that has remained unchanged over the years.

• Spaces for 120-220 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Event Space

Imagine your guests being invited to enter Mont La Salle’s beautiful, Mission-style chapel for your wedding with a ceremonious ringing of the bells in the historic bell tower. After the ceremony, you and your new spouse are welcomed into marriage by another joyous ringing as you exit the church, accompanying your friends and family to one of the garden courtyards. Greeted by their warm and professional event staff, each guest is offered a favorite glass of wine or other beverage paired with appetizers that showcase your special style, prepared by their accomplished Executive Chef Juan Zavala. After the social, guests dine on a fresh, seasonal menu served your way: plated, buffet, or family-style. Dance the night away indoors or outside under stars and bistro lights, surrounded by beautiful flowers and foliage. That’s just one vision for a special celebration; they can’t wait to discuss yours! Mont La Salle provides a serene and majestic vista, instilling you and your wedding guests with a sense of joy, peace, and tranquility. Their event team will take care of every detail so that you, your family, and your guests can fully experience the joy of your celebration and the time you have together. Onsite during your event from start to finish, they will make sure your wishes are expertly carried out. They look forward to sharing in your special day. Congratulations on this very exciting time! There is also a Christian Brothers Retreat & Conference Center! Their comfortable facility, combined with a private and peaceful property, is an excellent backdrop for your next business planning session, academic meeting, family get-together, training weekend, spiritual retreat, writing workshop, or conference. The versatile space can be organized to support an unstructured individual experience, an intimate gathering, or a large group. Multiple meeting and gathering areas are available, both inside and outside. A quiet, light filled conference room has an open floor plan enhanced by large windows surrounding the perimeter, looking out on views of natural beauty that truly inspire. The veranda attached to the conference center, with lovely views of vineyards, is a great spot to start the day with a cup of coffee, end the day with a glass of wine, or use as a breakout space. The retreat and conference center includes a private dining room for your group to gather for meals. Breakfast, lunch, breaks, dinner, and after-meeting socials are customized to complement your event. Their professional staff ensures attention to each and every detail of your meeting, retreat, or workshop. They offer customized packages designed to fit your needs and stand ready to share ideas from past events to enhance your own. Their staff is on hand during your special day (or weekend) to ensure flawless execution.

Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, notably known for being the winery that won the Cabernet Sauvignon competition in the famous 1976 Judgment of Paris, was founded in 1970, and is considered a Napa Valley first-growth estate. In 1969, The founder of Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars first tasted with Nathan Fay, whose scenic vineyard below the rocky promontory of the Stags Leap Palisades, so named because of the legend of the stag who successfully eluded hunters by leaping to freedom across the district's landmark peaks, was the first planting of Cabernet Sauvignon in what later became the Stags Leap District. In 1970, The founder purchased the 44 acre property, which was primarily a prune orchard, next to Nathan Fay's vineyard, named the property Stag's Leap Vineyards, and replanted it to Cabernet Sauvignon and a little bit of Merlot. Stag's Leap Wine Cellars was born. In 1972, The first vintage of S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon is produced. In 1973, The first winery building is completed, and the now historic 1973 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon becomes the first wine made in the new red wine facility. In 1974, The first vintage of CASK 23 is produced after consulting winemaker Andre Tchelistcheff, while tasting through the lots of wine from this vintage, decided that one lot, which was in the large wooden cask numbered 23, was so beautiful and deliciously distinct that it should be bottled separately. In 1976, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars won the Cabernet Sauvignon category in a blind tasting staged by Steven Spurrier, an English wine merchant in Paris, among French wine experts between American and French wines. This later became known as the famous Judgment of Paris. In 1986, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars purchased FAY vineyard from Nathan Fay. In 1989, The Stags Leap District in Napa Valley was established as an American Viticultural Area. In 1990, The first bottling of FAY Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon was produced from Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars. In 1996, A bottle of the history-making 1973 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon was placed in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian’s national Museum of American History. Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars begins the excavation of its wine caves. In 2000, The Napa wine caves were completed with an entrance called The Arcade, designed by Barcelona-based architect Javier Barba. There are over 34,000 square feet of tunnels, and one of only about 50 Foucault pendulums in the world, which suspended from the ceiling, marks the passing of time and the aging of wine. In 2001, The first vintage of ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon, named for the Greek Goddess of the Hunt, was produced. In 2007, A partnership between Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and Marchesi Antinori proudly accepted the stewardship of Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars and its legacy. In 2013, The iconic 1973 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon was named one of the Smithsonian's "Objects that Made America". In 2014, Designed by Barcelona-based architect Javier Barba, the must-see FAY Outlook & Visitors Center opens, allowing visiting guests to take in beautiful panoramic views of FAY Vineyard while experiencing the top-notch Stag's Leap Wine Cellars hospitality.

• Spaces for 60-200 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm
• 4 Total Spaces

Every love story has a beginning, and this is no exception. Ours started more than 160 years ago. Rhinefarm has been a place where the Bundschu family and friends have celebrated life with imagination and good cheer for six generations. The origins of Gundlach Bundschu Winery can be traced back to a genuine love story. When it comes to designing your event, the dramatic grandeur of our 320-acre estate provides an almost limitless number of options. For those looking for wide vineyard vistas, rustic charm, and a variety of unique wedding venue alternatives, Gundlach Bundschu Winery may be the ideal site to commemorate the start of your marriage. Our hospitality team would welcome the opportunity to assist you with a portion of your wedding planning process. We provide proposal packages, amazing engagement shoots, extensive wedding ceremonies and receptions, intimate elopements, romantic vow renewals, and post-wedding celebrations. Contact us today to learn more about what we can do for you. The Gundlach Bundschu Winery hosts wedding receptions throughout the year, including the spring, summer, winter, and fall. Come celebrate with us at a momentous occasion that will be remembered for a lifetime.

Founded in 1978 by Gary Andrus, Pine Ridge Vineyards sits in the heart of the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley, famous for Cabernet Sauvignon wines of distinctive power and elegance. Today, the winery owns estate vineyards in five premier Napa Valley appellations: Stags Leap District, Howell Mountain, Oakville, Rutherford, and Carneros. Everyone on their team, from vineyard to cellar, is united in the desire to create wines that honor their remarkable origins with unique expression. At Pine Ridge Vineyards, they are committed to and have always embraced sustainable practices. They take every step we can to preserve the ecosystem of the region, and their Napa Green certification demonstrates their commitment as responsible stewards of the land. The multidisciplinary in-house Green Team meets regularly to monitor and improve their practices and to implement the latest sustainable practices, ensuring long-term viability of the business and quality of life in the community. This philosophy allows them to deliver wines that express their natural origin and will be complex and elegant for years to come. Since their founding in 1978, Pine Ridge Vineyards has invested in 160 acres of estate vineyards, 47 of which are in our home appellation, Stags Leap District. They also own vineyards throughout the most renowned growing regions of Napa Valley: Howell Mountain, Oakville, Rutherford, and Carneros. This great diversity of terroir inspires their winemaking team to craft wines that reflect the outstanding characteristics of their distinct origins. Since 2003, Gustavo Aviña, the Director of Viticulture, has worked intimately with every Pine Ridge Vineyards estate property. He and his team understand the soils and climates of the winery’s vineyards. If he had to choose a favorite, Gustavo might pick Howell Mountain. He likes the way this steeply sloping vineyard is challenging to farm; it’s also the first vineyard he developed from the ground up for Pine Ridge Vineyards. Their winemaking philosophy is guided by the thoughtful selection of vineyard blocks designated for each wine. Their goal is to honor the unique winemaking needs of each of our estate vineyards in five different appellations, as well as the ever-changing demands of each new vintage. Meticulous attention to detail in the cellar allows them to craft appellation wines that express their distinct terroir with power, elegance, and texture. The Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon blend is produced from as many as 80 different small lots—wines that showcase the complex expression of this storied winegrowing region. Our winemaking team also leads extensive barrel trials to determine the aging approaches that best enhance the personality of each wine; these programs are well-known locally for bringing winemakers together in the rustic ambiance of their caves.

Bottega offers an unmistakably Italian sense of style in a stunning Napa Valley setting. Dine outside on their expansive patio, complete with two stone fireplaces to warm you on the coolest Napa nights. Inside, you’ll find a warm, rustic setting adorned with Venetian plaster, Murano glass chandeliers, soft leather chairs, and ample tables — the perfect atmosphere for a meal and an experience to remember. Like their food, the interior celebrates both the rustic and the refined: Olive greens, chocolate browns and deep reds create a warm and welcoming atmosphere palette. They also offer two indoor dining rooms with a private dining/wine room and bar, as well as five communal tables made of forty year-old timbers, Calcutta d’Oro marble, and recycled concrete. Chef, vintner, sustainable farmer, author, and Emmy®-winning TV host Michael Chiarello is a culinary icon. He was named Chef of the Year by Food & Wine magazine in 1985, just three years after graduating from the Culinary Institute of America. From his pioneering days at Tra Vigne, to his critically acclaimed Napa Valley restaurant Bottega, and San Francisco’s Coqueta — a 2013 James Beard Award Best New Restaurant Finalist — Michael has combined his passion for seasonal, global flavors, and sustainable living with his Southern Italian roots to create dishes that have inspired thousands. He has been a national television host of his own shows for over a decade on PBS, Food Network and Cooking Channel. Michael lives among his Napa Valley vineyards with his wife and children. For 30 years, Chef Michael Chiarello has made his home in Napa Valley, cooking, making wine, and sharing the best of Napa Valley with our guests. If you’re planning an event that calls for something extra special, Chef Chiarello and the staff would be delighted to provide a one-of-a-kind setting and create a menu to mark the occasion. You can also choose from a variety of Private Event dining packages featuring our seasonal menu. Let them create an unforgettable experience for you and your group. Known as our private dining room, Banchetto captures the rustic Italian look and feel of Chef Chiarello’s grandmother’s dining room, with expansive tables, comfortable chairs, and Murano glass chandeliers. Banchetto has its own private bar and lounge area, and is the ideal setting for intimate wedding celebrations and business gatherings alike. This area holds up to 56 guests. The Italian word “enoteca” is often used to describe the small wine shops found in Italian villages and towns. This unique space is located in the Bottega wine cellar, where you and your guests will enjoy food and hospitality surrounded by thousands of fine vintages from near and far. Enoteca is perfect for any gathering of wine aficionados and holds up to 16 guests. Bottega Terrazo is the choice for guests who want to experience the fresh air and surrounding natural beauty of Napa Valley while they savor Chef Chiarello’s culinary creations. Open year-round, the Terrazzo offers covered, open-air dining, with majestic fireplaces to keep you and your guests warm on the cool Napa Valley nights and holds up to 50 guests. For a few extra-special occasions, the entire Bottega restaurant space, including the kitchen and staff are available to create a truly unforgettable experience. As you might imagine, this requires a great deal of planning, so be sure to contact us well in advance. This holds up to 200 guests. A new, versatile space located just across from Bottega in our Mercato, Ottimo is a casual dining spot that can be transformed into a large formal dining room. This space is also ideal for late-night parties and celebrations that include live music and dancing. This holds up to 100 guests. Another option for dining al fresco, the new Ottimo Terrace offers the same open-air experience and amenities as the Bottega Terrazzo, but with even more space. Holds up to 140 guests. The Ottimo and Ottimo Terrace spaces can be combined for even larger events with up to 300 guests. The story of Chef Chiarello’s family is told every day in the kitchen, but also in every glass of wine from Chiarello Family Vineyards. Located in the V Market along with Bottega and Ottimo, the Family Tasting Salon can accommodate up to 18 guests. Guests can choose from the Group Dining Menu, or create a custom menu that includes Chiarello Family wine pairings.

• Spaces for 17-200 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 2 Outdoor Spaces

At Bardessono, located in the heart of Napa Valley, Bardessono's approach to providing the finest of the good life is combined with a well-known admiration for the local community of craftsmen, chefs, and winemakers. Bardessono, which places a high priority on mindful living, serves as a model of hospitality via enduring expressions of land and family that have nurtured and nourished the original Bardessono family homestead. Luxury that is "deep green" with a subtle aesthetic, seclusion, and graciousness provides guests with a revitalized curiosity and a sense of purpose, lending true meaning to the term "mindful luxury." Whether intimate or grand, every event is one-of-a-kind. Our conference and event facilities, which can accommodate between 10-120 guests, provide a lovely setting for your next event. Excite your taste buds. Allow your senses to be indulged. In terms of look, texture, scent, and taste, Lucy's dining experience is extraordinary. Our gardens provide us with inspiration for new and interesting dishes on a daily basis. And the wine itself is a source of great joy and laughter. Lucy will be a hit with you.

information on private dining and events in general PRIVACY AND PRIVACY ROOMS We have two private dining rooms available for parties of 8-12 guests. Please see below for more information. The first is located on the second floor of the historic main restaurant, with a view of the culinary gardens on the first floor. There's also The Board Room, our newest private dining space, located in the annex building and featuring a 140-year-old tree that was transformed into a dining table by a local carpenter. The Board Room is located on the ground floor, directly across from our newly remodeled courtyard, and is easily accessible. TABLE WITH BAY LAUREL TREE It is possible to have up to 6 guests at the Bay Laurel Tree Table, which is a semi-private al fresco dining experience. This table can be found in the courtyard, beneath our historic bay laurel tree, on the right. From April to October, this table is available on a seasonal basis.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

North Block Hotel is a magnificent place to call home during your stay in Napa Valley, located at the north end of town in wine country's most desirable epicurean locale. Yountville is a food and wine lover's paradise, with restaurants, small-production wine tasting facilities, and boutique shops all within walking distance of our front door. The North Block Hotel features a beautiful courtyard for special occasions, as well as an award-winning Italian-inspired restaurant, Redd Wodd by renowned Chef Richard Reddington. For you and your guests to enjoy before your big event, the North Block Hotel also has a lovely outdoor pool area and an exclusive spa. North Block Hotel offers a warm and unpretentious wine country setting for any special occasion, whether it's a wedding, birthday, shower, corporate retreat, or more, with fresh, contemporary decor, unique amenities, and just a bit of cheekiness. With our exclusive Private Dining options, you may celebrate anything in classic North Block flair. Make it a Yountville private dinner occasion to remember with us, with a picture perfect setting for parties of 8 to 20.

• Spaces for 140-150 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 2 Wineries

Sebastiani Vineyards & Winery, comprised of 10,000 square feet, is one of the most accommodating venues in Sonoma. It has an unprecedented tasting room bar extending 80 feet in length. Sebastiani Vineyards & Winery emphasize personal service and flexibility to ensure that your event is a smashing success. Along with the captivating Tuscan architecture, Sebastiani Vineyards & Winery offers superior Sonoma wines, a historic museum, spectacular marketplace, a cultural gallery of five private rooms indoor and two beautiful lawn areas outdoor for wine and food pairings, wine education seminars, and unique alternatives to corporate meetings and retreats Sebastiani Vineyards & Winery boasts some of the wine industry's premier locations for hosting your private special events, whether it be a wedding, birthday, or any event that requires beautiful settings and wonderful wine. Sebastiani Vineyards & Winery understands the challenges that you face when planning an event. That’s why their team of event professionals work closely with you every step of the way, from the space selection to confirming event details and the execution of the event itself.

The Maysonnave House & Gardens, nestled in Sonoma's Historic District, is the perfect setting to create your own treasured memories. The property features a 1910 country-style cottage, carriage house, and historic garden. Its close proximity to inns, hotels, restaurants, tasting rooms, and shopping makes the location convenient for guests to enjoy all that Sonoma has to offer. A park, bike trail, and hiking is a stone's throw from the property. Your guests can soak up Wine Country life without ever getting into their cars. Rich in history, the house and its lush gardens are the perfect backdrop for celebrating your event in memorable fashion. It is a shining example of Folk Victorian architecture and one of Sonoma's most treasured historic properties. Whether you're planning an intimate elopement or a larger affair, the Maysonnave House is the ideal backdrop for tying the knot. The property can host gatherings of up to 100 guests for a ceremony, while those with smaller guest lists can opt to use the garden and house for both the ceremony and the reception. Several packages are available, including one that will allow you to host your entire wedding weekend, from the rehearsal dinner to the Sunday going-away brunch. Celebrate life's milestones in a unique and intimate Wine Country setting. Whether you're throwing a birthday party, a bridal shower, a retirement party, or an anniversary celebration, they have packages to suit any occasion. The Maysonnave House's central location in Northern California's Wine Country makes it the perfect spot for your next corporate function. We can host client celebrations, strategy and planning sessions, year-end celebrations, team-building outings, and product launches. Amenities include catering space, free wifi, an expansive lawn, and nearby free parking. The house is nestled between the historic plaza and hiking trails, allowing your company to take advantage of everything Sonoma has to offer. Start your outing with a hike up the Overlook Trail and end it with dinner at one of Sonoma's finest restaurants at walking distance.

Tom Russell, an agriculture professional from Phoenix, Arizona, founded De Tierra Vineyards in the Salinas Valley in 1998 as an organic grape-growing company. In the early 1990s, Russell converted the majority of his conventional row crop vegetable farm to organic, and he had considerable success in the California market. Russell was passionate about wine and farming, and he wanted to learn more about the advantages of organic wine grape growing. Russell teamed up with Lucio Gomiero, a friend and winemaker from Vignalta Italy, to create an organic vineyard in the Corral de Tierra Valley. A 40-acre farm with a south-west facing orientation was chosen, about 15 miles from the Salinas Valley. De Tierra Vineyards was founded as a result of this collaboration. De Tierra began as a shared dream among good friends, and has since grown into a thriving artisanal brand with distribution in over 20 states, numerous awards, an active wine club, and a burgeoning team of experienced wine enthusiasts at its helm. Dan McDonnal and Alix Lynn Bosch are the current owners of De Tierra. De Tierra produces award-winning, hand-harvested wines to share from Monterey County's unique terroir. De Tierra focuses on offering the best depiction "of the land," as the name says. Great wines start in the vineyard, and their purpose is to transfer the terroir's distinctive qualities into great wine. Dan and Alix are committed to continuing De Tierra's tradition of creating high-quality boutique wines. De Tierra produces nine different varieties. They use fruit from high-quality vineyards throughout Monterey County and beyond to make all of their wines. De Tierra's objective is to create handcrafted, premium wines using California's greatest fruit. In Carmel-by-the-Sea, they have a tasting room.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor

Whether you’re looking for a spacious or more intimate setting, indoors or out, El Dorado Hotel & Kitchen offers a truly unique venue for your next special event. From weddings and rehearsal dinners to tasting parties and corporate gatherings, El Dorado Hotel & Kitchen can accommodate groups of 20 up to 250 guests. As a convenience, either a partial hotel block or total hotel buyout is offered to guests hosting events at El Dorado Sonoma to ensure that rooms are set aside for visitors. Guests will also enjoy occasion-specific custom menus from Executive Chef Armando Navarro using the freshest seasonal ingredients from local farmers. An inviting and historic locale for your next tasting dinner, celebratory reception, or corporate function, El Dorado Hotel Sonoma offers ample amenities for event guests. Choose from outdoor courtyards and gardens, indoor private rooms, and the spacious, award-winning El Dorado Kitchen for meeting, dining, and socializing. El Dorado Hotel & Kitchen's team of experts and experienced planners will attend to every detail and provide recommendations for the best Sonoma has to offer. Your special event at El Dorado Sonoma will be absolutly flawless and unforgettable.

RSV is a second-generation, family-owned and operated vineyard and winery guided by the principle that the craft of winegrowing begins with the care of the soil. Every vine for every wine was planted by RSV with every vineyard certified* organic. One could say that RSV is beyond organic. Since 1991, RSV has been practicing the “whole farm” philosophy of interrelationships based on Rudolph Steiner’s 1928 lecture “Agriculture.” This approach addresses the damage done by modern, mechanized farming to heal an ailing earth, tapping into the rhythms of nature, encouraging natural processes to grow balanced wine grapes that require little more than attentiveness to craft into expressive, vibrant and living wines. RSV approaches the cellar with purist sensibilities. Winemaker Jeff Virnig provides the knowledge of nearly 35 years in the RSV cellar and vineyards, crafting wines that are true to variety and place. RSV to maintains a house style of elegance, balance and finesse. RSV does not submit wine for review by score-centric critics, because to taste wine in a competitive atmosphere, without food on the table, rewards muscular wines that shout while ignoring well-crafted wines of subtlety and grace that compliment the table… attributes that define the fine wines of RSV. Fine wine needs to evolve from a distinct point of view – a self-imposed discipline to navigate the siren song of temptation. Otherwise, you may wake up one day to find yourself fabricating a wine to placate a critic or fill a market segment, and discover your craft has devolved into just another recipe for soulless wine. Find out why RSV was named Sunset magazine’s tasting room of the year and the Wine Spectator featured it as a must visit winery in Napa Valley. But don’t take their word for it, come see it for yourself. Great wine is about good food and good people. You will find all that and more at RSV. RSV is dedicated to the agrarian, culinary experience. Sheep graze the vineyards and provide wool, pelts and meat. Edible landscape, extensive culinary gardens and fruit orchards cover the winery grounds and vineyards. Beehives dot the backside of RSV’s Capa Vineyard where they pollinate the orchards and provide honey. RSV has even planted an experimental truffle orchard with English Oaks and Filberts… because elegant, balanced wines should be served with produce and meats from the gardens and/or artisan purveyors and prepared in RSV’s Vineyard Kitchen.

• Spaces for 120-150 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor

Hopmonk Tavern Sonoma is perfect for any type of special celebration. Hopmonk Tavern Sonoma's beautiful outdoor beer garden boasts fountains, a fire pit, and enchanting strung lights for night time affairs. The beer garden can host 120 seated guests or 150 individuals for a standing reception. Hopmonk Tavern Sonoma offers an on-site event planner to help you coordinate every detail of your special event. The venue also boasts A/V equipment and a full bar with craft beer, local wine, and premium spirits. Hopmonk Tavern Sonoma is the perfect venue for all kinds of events, from rehearsal dinners, baby showers, and bridal showers to fundraisers, anniversaries, birthdays, holiday parties, and more.

Brix Restaurant and Gardens in Yountville, California opened on March 28, 1996 with a clear focus on providing a farm-to-table dining experience. More than two acres of gardens and orchards provide ingredients for a new menu inspired by the culinary traditions of Northern California, accented by international technique. Owned by the Kelleher family, the restaurant’s name reflects the measurement of sugar levels at which the grapes for the Kelleher Family Vineyard’s Cabernet Sauvignon are harvested. Brix Restaurant and Gardens “Best of Award of Excellence” and Napa Valley Wine List Award wine list is California focused including hard-to-find bottlings and featuring winery exclusive Napa offerings. Their corkage policy is $20 per 750ml bottle, limited to one bottle per person per table with a maximum of 6 bottles. We waive one corkage for every bottle that is purchased from our list. Set on 16 prime Napa Valley acres, the grounds are abundantly planted with vegetables and herbs in 25 raised beds. They also have a fruit and citrus orchard alongside extensive flowering gardens which we encourage you to explore. Last but not least, their Kelleher Family Vineyard is in the Oakville AVA and they bottle a highly rated estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon. The dual themes of winemaking and farm-to-table cuisine run through the three private dining rooms at Brix. Stunning views of the vineyards are the focus in our two Provencal-inspired rooms adjacent to the main dining room. Inside the main dining room, they offer the gorgeous Reserve Cellar for smaller parties, where guests are surrounded by tastefully displayed cases of wine in a red-hued room. In all of the private event areas, guests can expect the stellar service and cooking for which the restaurant is well-known. Imagine your special day with family and friends surrounded by flower gardens, grapevines, hillside vineyard views and the Mayacamas Mountains as the backdrop. Brix offers our fabulous vineyard site for your special ceremony anywhere from two to 200 guests. Ceremony site fee includes Chiavari chairs, dance floor, water service, market umbrellas, vegetable garden pre and post-wedding reception area and set up in the private vineyard ceremony site.