A Trip to Napa Valley
A trip for the ages to Napa Valley. Guided by Ian Blackburn, Host of Learn About Wine
February 5-8th, 2027
Hosted by
Ian Blackburn
The ongoing journey continues as our visit to taste with some of the best properties in Napa Valley is just around the corner again. We rarely visit the same property twice and if we do, it must be special!
Legends in wine provide a special experience not offered to the general public. Surprises are in store for you, doors open to our audience for the first time. Personalities creating a once in a lifetime experience. These are our guiding principles.
Our group of a maximum of 10 guests will enjoy the best the region has to offer.
Pricing Plans
| Now | October 15 | November 1 | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solo Occupancy | $9,600 | $9,950 | $10,500 | $12,000 |
| Double Occupancy | $16,900 | $17,750 | $18,500 | $20,000 |
Trip Itinerary
DAY 1
Friday, February 5th
We highly recommend arriving on Thursday evening**, relax and unwind, enjoy the resort and be fresh and ready for a Friday morning start! It is possible to arrive on early Friday AM to start your trip, just have your luggage held at the hotel.
Welcome
Begin your day with a cozy visit and lunch hosted by Linda Neal, proprietor of Tierra Roja; wines made by Benoit Troquette. We visit the next winery before returning to the hotel for intermission - the Solage property features tranquil spaces, with incredible views of the Napa Valley, and features a very robust spa and wellness menu, we highly encourage you to relax and enjoy. After getting pampered, join us at the Welcome Dinner at Solage.
DAY 2
Saturday, February 6th
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading out to visit two wineries and lunch before we return to the hotel for relaxation, we encourage harmony and balance between wine and rest!
Group dining experience at AD HOC in Yountville, wine included.
DAY 3
Sunday, February 7th
The big day for two winery visits, lunch and our farewell dinner at The French Laundry, this group dining experience includes a custom curated wine pairing by Ian and the house somm.
DAY 4
Monday, February 8th
Trip Concludes, Independent Departure
ACCOMODATION:
Auberge Collection: Solage Napa Valley. Forbes 4-Star rated.
For this particular Napa trip, you’ll stay at the Solage, Auberge Collection, this place reminds us of the quaint cottage cozy vibes and luxury California modern familial ranch feel. We highly recommend taking advantage of your leisure time and visit the Wellness Center - it features a wide array of spa services, treatments and five different pools with intentional focus, like the cold plunge, ambient temperature magnesium rich pool, large relaxation pool of 98 degrees, a jetted saline pool heated pool and a jetted mineral pool, something for everyone!
WE WILL VISIT a minimum of 6 WINeries [visits Under constructon]
- All transport for our scheduled appointments
- All scheduled appointments and tasting fees
- All meals listed
- Welcome Dinner at Solage (dinner included, wine is optional and additional)
- All Accommodations: SOLAGE Napa Valley, Auberge Collection*
*Scheduled to stay at this property, but change without notice
Airfare
Transfers to/from airport/hotel (Recommendations available upon request)
Meals not specific listed in the the “Includes” section
Anything not listed in the "Includes" section
**Accommodation on Thursday, February 4th is optional and additional
***Ian’s Dining Reservation when meals are at leisure, optional and additional
- Sign-Up by November 1st via placing a deposit to purchase your spot
- Travel packet will be emailed to you
- Return completed travel packet to alice@LearnAboutWine.com
- We will email you to confirm the trip is moving forward; This trip requires a minimum of 6 travelers to operate and is limited to 10 travelers.
- Only secure airfare and/or travel to Napa after receiving our email confirming the trip
- Send us your flight and travel details
- Meet us at the hotel, we look forward to receiving you!
- Itinerary is tentative and subject to change without notice. Trip package is not based on any one appointment and/or activity
- The maximum trip size is 10 travelers.
- Caution: Please do not book airfare or other accommodations until the trip is confirmed.
About
IAN BLACKBURN
Ian Blackburn, CSW, Event Producer
Ian discovered the wine industry while visiting the Napa Valley as a Culinary Student. Ian moved his focus to the front of the house, while working with Thomas Keller and Joachim Splichal in Los Angeles. Now in his 30th year hosting events; leading trips around the wine world; Ian has published a wine education book and is working on a new one; Ian has his own wine brand called Beekeeper Cellars and has sat for the difficult Master of Wine Exam! Today, Ian is considered one of the region’s best wine educators and works for his 120,000 followers (follow me), visiting vineyards and wine regions and produce over 100 wine classes and events per year for Learnaboutwine.com
