Part of the fun of international travel is getting a passport stamped. Each stamp serves as a momento of the different places explored. Apart from traveling abroad, the only other adventure that involves stamps on a passport is Passport to Dry Creek Valley. Most wineries create a theme lending the spirit of international travel to the event. Visitors to Passport weekend arrive at their selected wineries and are excited to have their “passports” stamped.
This year’s 22nd Annual Passport to Dry Creek Valley on April 30, 2011 and May 1, 2011, is an adventure through the beautiful Dry Creek Valley. As guests make their way down roads lined with lush vineyards and trees, they enjoy a selection of over 45 wineries sharing their best wines, local cuisine, and live entertainment. Travelers have the opportunity to meet winemakers and vineyard owners, taste wines from the barrel, sample wine futures, and enjoy special discounts.
Wine lovers can depend on the Dry Creek Valley for sustainably farmed, and/or certified organic and biodynamic wineries to take great care in the growing of the grapes that create world-class wines. Some of the themes this year include those from the creative minds at Ferrari-Carano Vineyards & Winery, Fritz Winery, Mazzocco Winery, Mounts Family Winery, Sbragia Family Vineyards, Seghesio Family Vineyards, and more. Click here to view the full program.
Ferrari-Carano Vineyards & Winery
Ferrari-Carano Vineyards & Winery will be offering a tasting that takes visitors through the tank room and cellars featuring deliciously paired bites chosen by Rhonda Carano. Along with being well-known for great wines, Ferrari-Carano is also known for their incredibly beautiful gardens.
Fritz Winery’s theme, “Walk on the Wild Side,” invites guests to try Turkey Kabobs paired with Fritz Russian River Chardonnay, Wild Boar Ragout paired with Fritz Dry Creek Valley Syrah, Buffalo Tri Tip Skewers with Balsamic Zinfandel Syrup paired with Fritz Dry Creek Valley Estate Reserve Zinfandel, and Wild Mushrooms with Goat Cheese and Carmelized Onion on Flatbread paired with Fritz Dry Creek Valley Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. This generous, scrumptious menu will be enjoyed while The Scallywags play their fusion of Blues, Rockabilly, and Swing.
Mazzocco Winery will host Cuban cuisine paired with Mazzocco wines and live music performed by the salsa band, Orquesta Borinquen.
An exotic Mid-Eastern experience awaits visitors to Mounts Family Winery where Persian cuisine and belly dancing will be paired with Mounts Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Malbec, and more.
Sbragia Family Winery promises Italian hospitality paired with their impeccable wines and live music guaranteed to inspire everyone to celebrate and dance.
Seghesio Family Winery
For a New Orleans vibe, visit Seghesio Family Winery where two special family members will be arriving from New Orleans to host an unforgettable experience featuring Cajon BBQ Ribs, Seafood Gumbo with Andouille Sausage, Tasso Shrimp Fettucini, and Beignets. This delectable feast will be paired with Seghesio Zinfandel and Italian varietals and the amazing musical talents of Andre Thierry & Zydeco Magic.
This popular weekend allows visitors to explore the wineries in Dry Creek Valley in a fun, relaxed, adventurous atmosphere. Contact Pure Luxury for your private, chauffeured transportation and travel in safety and comfort while you indulge your senses with beautiful scenery, tasty food, perfectly balanced wines, and live entertainment.
