The Best of Food and Wine – Healdsburg

The Setting Wine Tasting at Bacchus Landing, Private Tasting at Aperture, Premier Experience at The Matheson, 3‐Night Stay for 2 at Hotel Trio

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This experience for 2 includes:

A VIP tasting of The Setting Wines located at Bacchus Landing
Elevated tasting experience at Aperture Cellars Estate
Premier Experience at The Matheson Healdsburg, including a 5-course tasting menu
3-night weekday stay at the Hotel Trio in Healdsburg
Winspire booking & concierge service

Welcome to Healdsburg, California, a charming and idyllic destination nestled in the heart of Sonoma county’s wine country. Known for its picturesque vineyards, world-class wineries, and breathtaking landscapes, Healdsburg offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure for travelers seeking a memorable escape. Wine enthusiasts can indulge in exquisite tastings, exploring the region’s renowned Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays. Outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in nature’s beauty through hiking, biking, or kayaking along the stunning Russian River. The town’s vibrant downtown square showcases boutique shops, art galleries, and farm-to-table dining experiences, where visitors can savor the freshest locally sourced cuisine.

The Setting Wine

Enjoy a private tasting of The Setting Wines for 2 at Bacchus Landing either in the California sunshine on the beautiful open piazza or in The Setting private cabana.

Established in 2014, The Setting is a collection of luxury wines created by three friends; Jeff Cova, Noah McMahon, and winemaker Jesse Katz. As the first winemaker to make the Forbes “30 under 30” list, Jesse’s experience spans 19 harvests at internationally acclaimed wineries such as Chateau Petrus, and Robert Foley, and was a part of the winemaking team at Screaming Eagle. The Setting Wines is a culmination of relationships spanning decades from Napa to Sonoma County, sourcing from some of the most prestigious vineyards both valleys have to offer.

Bacchus Landing

Bacchus Landing is situated at the crossroads of three of Sonoma County’s premier wine regions, and in the heart of Healdsburg. Bacchus is the home of 5 luxury tasting rooms and features its own large open patio where you can sit back and fully enjoy your wine experience. Whether you choose to spend your time in the spacious Setting tasting room, out on the piazza at your own café table, or on the greens with picnic tables, bocce courts, and lawn games, there is plenty of space to relax with your friends and family.

Aperture Cellars

Experience the diversity of Sonoma County’s premier cool-climate Bordeaux varietal vineyard sites in the elegance of the Aperture gallery and tasting lounge. Seated in the newly designed luxury space, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the estate vineyards, your dedicated host will share the history of the property, the intention of the design, and the record-breaking collection of Aperture wines with you. Aperture is the passion project founded by esteemed winemaker Jesse Katz in 2009, inspired by his experience traveling the world with his famous photographer father, Andy Katz. As you begin your tasting, you will be greeted with a glass of French grower Champagne upon your arrival and you will go on to explore a customized range of the winery’s most limited production and highly coveted offerings. A collection of photographic artworks, curated by Andy Katz, is exhibited throughout the space. The flight of wines will be served alongside seasonal food pairing accompaniments.

Winemaker to the Stars – Jesse Katz

Jesse handcrafts amazing wines with a rich palette. Recognized as the “Winemaker to the Stars” Jesse has been named 40 under 40 Tastemaker by Wine Enthusiast and was the first winemaker on the Forbes 30 Under 30. With multiple 100 point wines to his name, a bottle of his 2015 The Setting Wines just became the most expensive single bottle of wine ever sold, earning $350,000 in 2017 only to be beaten by selling a 6-liter bottle of The Setting at Emeril Lagasse’s annual charity wine auction for $1,000,000 in 2021. He also produces custom wines for athletes and celebrities like Tony Hawk, Shep Gordon, as well as Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel’s wedding wine. He has also been featured by multiple media outlets including Wine and Spirits, Food and Wine, Drinks Business, Wine Advocate, Worth, Bloomberg, Huffington Post, ABC, CBS, CNN, MSNBC, FOX News, People, ESPN, Forbes, People, AOL, Esquire, Channel News Asia, and other national and international publications.

The Matheson Healdsburg Premier Experience by Dustin Valette

Explore The Matheson Wine Wall with a $50 card per guest to choose your own adventure from our 88 wine selections.

Experience Fine Wine Country Cuisine in our main dining room with a 5-course tasting menu in the main dining room, paired with the award-winning wines of The Setting, Aperture, and Valette. Enjoy a Sweet Finale with a hand-crafted cocktail, cordial, or port at the table.

Hotel Trio Healdsburg

Enjoy a 3-night weekday stay (Sunday – Thursday) in a studio king suite with a sofa bed and kitchenette; includes breakfast for two. Set in the heart of Sonoma County, this new boutique hotel offers travelers the best of both worlds: a hub for exploring wine country and plenty to enjoy footsteps from your door. Amenities include a bocce ball, bicycles, fire pits, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. The hotel is ideally located one mile from Historic Healdsburg Plaza with a shuttle service, offering farm-to-table dining and shopping. The area boasts hiking trails, kayaking, and hundreds of wineries.

Package Redemption

Winspire Travel packages and experiences must be booked within one year of the purchase date. The actual travel date must occur within two years of the purchase date.

Booking & Concierge Services

Winspire provides a team of seasoned travel professionals to help you redeem your experience. We will book all travel-related details and reservations for every part of your experience. Included within our services, Winspire can assist with extra hotel nights, airfare, and additional guests as a full-service travel agency.

Additional Information

Reservations are subject to availability, blackout dates, and major holidays. Reservations must be booked 60 days in advance of travel. Purchases through charity fundraisers are non-refundable.

Blackout Dates

Nov 23-25; Dec 25, 31. Additional dates may apply.

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