Music, wine, food, wine, good company, wine, a beautiful natural setting… and also wine. Savor worlds Old and New at this first-of-its-kind exclusive weekend away with Salastina.
Ticket sales for the full weekend package and day trips are now closed.
Friday, June 21
Our friend and colleague Natalie Leggett, a wonderful violinist — and winner of the 2022 California Wine Institute Award — hosts private tastings for us with her winemaker friends at Dragonette and Holus Bolus.
Walk to Fess Parker Wine Country Inn for dinner at its in-house restaurant, Nella — plus a private performance with Salastina musicians.
Saturday, June 22
At eleven, a bus takes us from Fess Parker Wine Country Inn to Brander Château Estate for a private wine tasting. While there, we’ll enjoy a picnic lunch from Coast Range — and visit Brander’s unique Folk Art Museum, including a concert in the Barrel Vault next door.
We’ll head back to Fess Parker to rest for an hour or so.
At 4:00, hop back on the bus to Lumen’s Warner Henry Vineyard for an exclusive winemaker tour with Will Henry.
At the conclusion of the tour, we’ll enjoy dinner at Lumen’s fabulous Pico Restaurant in charming Los Alamos.
Sunday, June 23
Head to Roblar Winery for the area’s best brunch under the big oak tree.
Check out of Fess Parker and meet us in Solvang for a farewell concert at the historic Old Mission Santa Ines.
FAQ
Q: Do I have to drive myself anywhere?
A: We are renting a bus on Saturday, June 22 only. If you have purchased the complete weekend package, you are responsible for getting yourself to Los Olivos on Friday, June 21. Upon arrival that day, driving anywhere else will not be necessary. You are also responsible for driving yourself to Sunday’s activities and back to Los Angeles.
Q: How much walking will be involved?
A: On Friday, the tasting rooms are just around the corner from our hotel — only 0.1 miles away. The winemaker tour at Lumen will involve some light walking (a maximum of half a mile).
Q: What can I do with the downtime on Saturday?
A: You can book a massage or spa treatment at Fess Parker at your own expense, or explore the charming town of Los Olivos, its shopping, and tasting rooms freely. This is your time to relax and indulge in the local offerings in your own way and at your own pace.
Q: Is there a Member discount?
A: No. Our 20% Member discount applies only to Main Series and Happy Hour concerts.
Q: Are tickets refundable?
A: No. We are on the hook for the hotel and several meals 90 days before the trip. If you cancel and we can’t resell, we are short those funds. If you buy tickets and are ultimately unable to attend, the full value of your ticket(s) will be turned into a fully tax-deductible donation—with all the applicable Member benefits.
Q: Is the trip tax-deductible?
A: Those who purchased the full weekend package receive a $500 tax deduction and the corresponding Friend-Level Member Benefits. Those purchasing each day’s activities receive a $240 tax deduction and the corresponding Digital-Level Member Benefits. The rest of the ticket price is is not tax-deductible, as plenty of goods and services will be exchanged throughout the weekend.