Wine Tasting Events

Be our guest at one of our special wine tasting events where you will be “wined and dined” during our series of global wine dinners. Vintners from around the world will share their expertise and offer delicious tastings from the fruits of their vines. These unique, award winning wines will be paired with dinner courses as our chef prepares exquisite culinary samplings.

Upcoming Events

Somerston Estate Vineyards

October 18 & 19, 2018


Join us as we welcome Craig Becker, Winemaker, Co-Founder and General Manager of Somerston-Priest Ranch representing the diversity of Somerston Estate Vineyards. Priest Ranch embodies the essence of Napa Valley, from the trailblazing mindset of its first pioneers to today’s spirit of agricultural excellence and preservation. Inspired by James Joshua Priest, one of the original settlers in the area, Priest Ranch is dedicated to producing estate farmed wines of uncommon quality.

Portrait of Craig Becker

Craig Becker, Winemaker, Co-Founder and General Manager

Their wines are recognized for their adventurous and unique character crafted both in the vineyard and the winery to reflect the richness and diversity of their source.

For Priest Ranch wines, Winemaker Craig Becker draws on the diverse vineyards throughout the property for the distinctive and unique characteristics afforded in its fruit through the variety of elevations, exposures, soils and
microclimates.

Seating at 6:30pm. Reserved seating only.

Please RSVP by September 28th

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Priest Ranch wines began in 2007 with a first vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah.

Priest Ranch wines classic Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Priest Ranch wines 1,615-acre estate is farmed with 230 acres of producing vineyards, in 15 distinct sites, encompassing over 180 different varietal blocks.

Priest Ranch wines draws on the diverse vineyards throughout the property for the distinctive and unique characteristics afforded in its fruit through the variety of elevations, exposures, soils, and microclimates.

Craig Becker, Co-founder, General Manager & Director of Winemaking

Priest ranch wines takes a minimalist approach to winemaking, encouraging the highest expression of personality, intensity and distinction in every bottle produced.

Each multi-block vineyard is uniquely tended based on the grape varietal.

Priest Ranch wines are recognized for their adventurous and unique character, crafted both in the vineyard and the winery to reflect the richness and diversity of their source.

Coach Gun, Priest Ranch flagship red wine, showcases the beauty of blending.

Somerston Estate employs intentional and leadership-driven viticulture and viniculture practices, borne of the pioneering spirit of our agrarian heritage.

Double Barrel wine was created by the Priest Ranch winemaking team in 2013. The 50/50 blend has changed with each vintage, but the style has always remained the same.

Priest Ranch wines approach to viticulture is based on craftsmanship, and the core aim is to get our fruit to reveal the terroir.

Wine Tasting Event Reservation Request

PLEASE include a daytime phone number with your reservation request. A Tarpon Lodge representative will contact you on August 10 or 11 to request payment and confirm your reservations.

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