San Francisco – Sunday, Sept. 20

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Picture this: Tables draped in white linen, silverware and crystal-clear glasses gleaming in the sunlight, etched glass partitions separating each table, mahogany paneling, and natural luxuriant wood tones all aboard a beautifully restored 1915 Pullman car. It’s a scene from the Gourmet Express, one that harkens back to a bygone era of travel and the classic Napa Valley Wine Train experience that started it all in 1989 with their first voyages.

While on the journey, indulge in a sumptuous three-course gourmet lunch and embrace a slower pace aboard a three-hour unique train ride that weaves your way through the Napa Valley countryside.

• Three-hour immersive train ride through Napa Valley aboard a fully restored 1915 Pullman rail car
• Three-course wine country-inspired meal prepared and served onboard
• Digital boarding photo keepsake
• Welcome glass of sparkling wine
• Round trip bus transfer from the Port of San Francisco to downtown Napa

Please note that wines and beverages are not included in the event pricing. A selection is available for purchase on board by the glass or bottle from the wine list.

Guests must be physically able to climb up 5 stairs to board the train.

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Marvel at panoramic Napa Valley views from the opulent second-floor observation-style Vista Dome car as you embark on an immersive three-hour ride full of 360-degree Napa Valley views, plush dining booths and photo opportunities with your travel companions.

The Vista Dome experience comes to life in an exclusive one of 10 ever-constructed 1952 Pullman glass-domed observation cars. It opens you up to a world of incredible sights and exquisite cuisine. Sit back on this picture-perfect daytime ride and enjoy a memorable mid-day meal as our expert team serves artfully prepared selections from our state-of-the-art onboard kitchens.

• Three-hour train ride through Napa Valley
• Immersive journey aboard an observation-style Pullman rail car
• Digital boarding photo keepsake
• Welcome glass of sparkling wine
• Four-course wine country-inspired meal prepared and served onboard
• Round trip bus transfer from the Port of San Francisco to downtown Napa

Please note that wines and beverages are not included in the event pricing. A selection is available for purchase on board by the glass or bottle from the wine list.

Guests must be physically able to climb up 5 stairs to board the train, and then an additional 7 steps to access the upper level Dome Vista. 

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Winery	Region	Prominent Varietals	Tasting	Lunch	Description
Sterling Vineyards	Calistoga, Napa	Pinot Noir, Merlot, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon	✓		-St. Dunstan Room for your private tasting experience of Sterling’s premier wines, a selection of their Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon wines.
Frank Family Vineyards	Calistoga, Napa	Cabernet, Chardonnay, Sparkling wines, Petite Syrah, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel	✓	✓	-Set in the opulent Miller House, experience will include a 3-course lunch serving paired with a selection of Frank Family current release wines.

Sterling Vineyards

Tasting event: 10:30am – 12:30pm

This tour takes you from San Francisco to the northernmost tip of Napa Valley that more than lives up to its motto of “hot springs, cool wine and a warm welcome”.

Welcome to Sterling Vineyards. The winery itself is an architectural icon in Napa Valley, perched 300 feet above the historic town of Calistoga. Modeled after the beautiful white stucco buildings on the Greek island of Mykonos, it stands out dramatically against the rugged Mayacamas and Vaca Mountain ranges that flank each side of Napa Valley. It is the only winery in the world with an aerial gondola. As you alight the tram with welcome drink in hand, you will be taken on a scenic tour of the winery. We have reserved the newly redesigned St. Dunstan Room for your premier tasting experience of Sterling’s premier wines, a selection of their Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon wines.

About Sterling Vineyards

Sterling Vineyards was founded in 1964 by Oxford graduate and successful businessman Peter Newton. As one of only 27 bonded wineries in Napa Valley at the time, Sterling Vineyards was an early pioneer of crafting Bordeaux-inspired red wines in California and helped transform the region into the premier winemaking appellation we know today. In 1969, Sterling Vineyards bottled the first vintage-dated Merlot in California. This was also the winery’s first vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc.

Frank Family Vineyards

Lunch paired with wines event: 1:00pm – 3:00pm

After four years in the making, Frank Family welcomes you to a new hospitality space. The Miller House, exquisitely designed by famed American architect Howard Bracken is practical as well as polished, dramatic as well as down-to-earth, featuring sustainably reclaimed wood, high ceilings and natural earth tones that bring the outside in. The Miller House which overlooks sprawling vineyards and mountain views, is the vision of Founder, Leslie Miller Frank, who married Rich Frank on the exact site where the new structure now stands. Leslie was inspired to create a space to host the winery’s most elevated and exclusive experiences.

We were equally inspired to reserve this beautiful space for your visit. This experience will include a three-course lunch serving paired with a selection of Frank Family current release wines.

About Frank Family Vineyards

Frank Family has consistently garnered recognition since its inception in 1993 as one of Napa Valley’s premier flagship wineries in both consumer and industry rankings, accepting most recently the coveted award of Best Overall Winery, Best Chardonnay and Sparkling wines. Considered overall more as a collector’s wine, their wines can be enjoyed by the novice wine drinker and wine connoisseur alike.

Known for: Cabernet, Chardonnay in addition to the estate grown, they also produce sparkling wines. Petite Syrah, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel. The Frank family is also renowned for their tireless philanthropic endeavors, particularly through their extensive humanitarian and conservation efforts.

Inclusions

• Luxury coach round trip transport from San Francisco cruise port
• Sterling Vineyards
  • Gondola ride up the hill to the winery (included in wine tasting)
  • Welcome taste of a current release sparkling wine
  • Informative tour of the winery
  • Access to the terrace areas to enjoy the breathtaking views
  • Exclusive St. Dunstan’s Room for your hosted wine tasting experience
• Frank Family Vineyards
  • Welcome taste of a current release sparkling wine
  • Full access to the exclusive Miller House
  • Lunch consists of first course salad, two proteins (tri-tip steak and fish) with two sides (marbled potatoes and roasted vegetables) followed by dessert.

Personal purchases at the wineries and trip cancellation insurance not included.

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Winery	Region	Prominent Varietals	Tasting	Lunch	Description
Francis Coppola Winery	Alexander Valley, Sonoma	Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Cabernet, and Zinfandel	✓	✓	A full day at this iconic winery that includes “Director’s Cut’ tasting, includes exclusive access to a private space, fully appointed with tables and chairs, fine flatware, dinnerware, glassware, linens, and attentive service staff for 3 course lunch (family style) and bocce to enjoy.

Francis Coppola Winery

Tasting, Private Tour and Lunch event: 10:30am – 3:00pm

This tour takes you from San Francisco into Geyserville in the northern reaches of Sonoma County within the Alexander Valley wine region.

Welcome to Francis Coppola Winery

Join your fellow guests at Francis Coppola Winery in Sonoma for a full day for Wine, Food, and Adventure!

Featuring their ‘Directors Cut’ tasting experience, culinary delights, cinematic history, and …bocce ball, there is something for everyone to enjoy!

Sweeping culinary garden and vineyard views await you at Francis Ford Coppola Winery. Awarded ‘Best Winery’, ‘Best Bocce’, and ‘Best Winery to Take Visitors’! (2024 Press Democrat Best of)

Your event for the day includes exclusive access to a private space, fully appointed with tables and chairs, fine flatware, dinnerware, glassware, linens, and attentive service staff

On your unique guided tour explore the wine making process and view the expansive collection of Coppola Family film memorabilia including items from “The Godfather” and other iconic films. 

And for those up for some friendly competition pick up a causal game of bocce before or after lunch.

About Francis Coppola Winery

The Coppola Estate, located in California, is a winery founded by the famous film director Francis Ford Coppola. He acquired the estate in 1975 and transformed it into a prestigious place dedicated to the production of quality wines. The estate is today famous for its wines, mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Zinfandel, which are grown in the surrounding vineyards. In addition to the vineyards, it houses a restaurant, a museum and a space dedicated to Coppola’s film legacy. Today, the estate is known for its fine wines and its unique atmosphere, combining the art of wine and cinema.

Who is Francis Coppola

Francis Ford Coppola is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter. He is widely recognized as one of the central figures of the New Hollywood movement of the 1960s and 1970s. Coppola gained international acclaim for his innovative and influential films.

His most famous work, “The Godfather” trilogy, has had a profound impact on the film industry and popular culture, with the first film often cited as one of the greatest films ever made. Other notable Coppola films include “Apocalypse Now,” which explores the horrors of the Vietnam War, and “The Conversation,” a psychological thriller that was also very well received.

Coppola has received numerous awards throughout his career, including multiple Academy Awards, Palme d’Or, and Golden Globes. He is also a member of a family of talented filmmakers, including his daughter Sofia Coppola, who is also a director and screenwriter. Coppola remains an influential and respected figure in the film world and beyond, known for his bold artistic approach and innovative spirit.

Inclusions

• Luxury coach round trip transport from San Francisco cruise port  
• Exclusive private space
• Wine Tasting event that includes 1 Red from Director’s Cut Collection (Pinot Noir, Cabernet, or Zinfandel) and 1 White from Director’s Cut Collection (Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc). 1 Sparkling or Rosé (prosecco, Blanc de Blanc or Sofia)
• Guided Tour that offers a unique experience combining winemaking with Hollywood history
• 3 course lunch served Family style in a private setting with dinnerware, linens and dedicated service

Important to Note:

• A minimum of 25 guests is required to guarantee the trip.
• Personal purchases at the wineries and trip cancellation insurance are not included

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Winery	Region	Prominent Varietals	Tasting	Lunch	Description
Donum Estate	Carneros, Sonoma	Pinot Noir, Chardonnay	✓		Seated Tasting & guided walking tour through a dynamic space designed to engage the senses through art, aroma, texture, and sound, followed by a private seated wine tasting, thoughtfully paired with artfully crafted canapé bites
Buena Vista Winery	North Coast AVA Sonoma	Chardonnay Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon	✓	✓	Bubbles on arrival, with wine tasting and tour of this iconic premier winery following by an ambient temperature buffet lunch

Donum Estate

Tasting event: 10:00am – 11:30am

This tour takes you from San Francisco into Carneros nestled between Sonoma and Napa.

Welcome to Donum Estate.

Discover the harmony of world-class art, nature, and fine wine with our Grove Seated Tasting & Walking Tour. Your experience begins with a welcome pour of one of Donum’s celebrated wines before embarking on a guided walking tour through the Donum Home, Rose Garden, and our internationally renowned Sensory Garden—a dynamic space designed to engage the senses through art, aroma, texture, and sound. As you explore, you’ll encounter monumental works by globally acclaimed artists, each thoughtfully placed to enhance the surrounding landscape. The journey concludes with a private seated wine tasting, thoughtfully paired with artfully crafted canapé bites.

About Donum Estate

Founded in 2011, The Donum Collection is one of the world’s largest accessible private sculpture collections. More than 60 monumental works, including open-air sculptures, are placed on The Donum Estate, with over a third being site-specific commissions. Throughout our 200-acre estate, each piece plays with scale, nature, and imagination. This evolving collection brings together a global community of artists, including works from leading practitioners from 18 nations, across 6 continents. Donum brings to life a delicate balance between wine, land and art that has made it an international destination. 

Buena Vista Winery

Ambient temperature Buffet Lunch with wines event: 1:00pm – 3:00pm

We invite you to experience their exceptional, highly accolated wines and learn about the colorful, rich history of Buena Vista, California’s first premium winery founded in 1857. You will be greeted upon arrival with a splash of bubbles and a tasting of one white and three reds before embarking on a tour of the winery. An ambient temperature buffet lunch will be served to round off an exceptional visit.

About Buena Vista Winery

Buena Vista Winery situated in Sonoma has a rich, delicious heritage since 1857 as the first premium-and certainly the most colorful of all of the wineries in California. And its founder, the self-proclaimed “Count of Buena Vista,” Agoston Haraszthy, was a vivacious and eccentric pioneer with a veritable love and unending commitment to California wine.

In 2011, Buena Vista became part of Boisset Family Estates, a renowned and charismatic family with a collection of historic wineries and roots in Burgundy, France. The family, led in the US by Jean-Charles Boisset, possesses a true love and respect for Buena Vista—its unrivaled heritage, authentic roots, colorful history, and renowned wines. Boisset is passionately committed to its ‘partnership with The Count’—to continue the vision and legacy he first created 150 years ago.

Inclusions

• Luxury coach round trip transport from San Francisco cruise port  
• Donum Estate
  • Walking tour through the Donum Home, Rose Garden, and their internationally renowned Sensory Garden
  • Wine Tasting: seated wine tasting, paired with thoughtfully prepared canapé bites.
• Buena Vista Winery
  • Welcome taste of bubbly
  • Tasting of white and red wine varietals followed by a tour of the winery
  • Ambient temperature buffet lunch

Personal purchases at the wineries and trip cancellation insurance not included.