
We arrive at Portola Hotel & Spa (MAP) at 11:00 AM and then head off to Ventana Vineyards Tasting room for complementary wine tasting plus a 15% discount at historic Tarpy's Flat.
While you are tasting at Ventana we can call ahead your individual order for delicious box lunches($15) for you to munch on the trolley or enjoy in the beautiful gardens of the village tasting rooms. Wine glasses and openers are available for you to enjoy your recent purchases while we travel...;-)
Next it's over Laureles Grade into Carmel Valley for a hand full of tasting rooms in the valley village including: Bernardus Vineyards with a 15% discount on your purchase ($7 wine tasting fee), Heller Estate Organic Vineyards where you will receive a 10% discount and complementary tasting with a two bottle purchase (or just a $7 wine tasting fee), Parsonage Vineyards($7 wine tasting fee), Chateau Sinnet ($5 wine tasting fee) and Boekenoogen Winery($7 wine tasting fee).
Our last stop in Mid Valley is Boete Winery where you will receive a 10% discount and complementary tasting with a one bottle purchase (or just a $5 wine tasting fee) or Chateau Julian located in a beautiful Chateau setting ($5 wine tasting fee).
Tour time - 5 Hours - $54 Per Person (Includes 5 Hour Guided Tour & Wine Tasting at One Venue).
We now offer tour packages that include: Wine Trolley Tickets - Wine Tasting Tickets - Bottles of Ventana Vineyards 2006 Chardonnay or Ventana Bordeaux Red - Glasses - Cheese Platter (Specialty Crackers, Assorted Seasonal Fresh Fruits beautifully arranged with Assorted Gourmet Cheeses Which May Include: Brie, Gouda, Sonoma Goat Cheese, Jalapeno Havarti, Smoked Mozzarella, Sharp Cheddar & Gorgonzola. Served with Assorted Crackers and Breads.)
The Wine Trolley Tour is one of my most memorable experiences! We started off with spectacular views, amazing ambiance and savory wine tasting. Gary, our driver was a wonderful addition to our exceptional experience. Before the Trolley Tour came to an end, we were also engaged! Thank you for providing the perfect setting for this unforgettable moment in our lives! - Laura and Ryan Morales