Sandestin Wine Festival APR 10-13

[Teresa]

FRIDAY & SATURDAY, APRIL 11 & 12, 2014

GRAND WINE TASTING

5-8 P.M. FRIDAY & 1-5 P.M. SATURDAY AT THE VILLAGE OF BAYTOWNE WHARF

The pouring of hundreds of domestic and international wines makes for a grand event indeed. Representatives from vineyards from across the globe will be available to entertain questions, offering a rare opportunity to learn about the finest appellations from all major producing countries in all varieties, styles and price ranges. Visit the Culinary Pavilion and sample delicious fare paired with wines.

The Village of Baytowne Wharf is always open to the public. Even during special events, guests are welcome to visit the shops and merchants. Non drinking festival guests are welcome to attend the Grand Wine Tasting with their friends at no charge--they will not receive a wristband or tasting glass. Must be at least 21 years of age to taste wines.

Purchase tickets before the event at the regular price of $55/$65 day of (Friday) $85/$95 day of (Saturday). This event could sell out! Click Here!

 

[Teresa]

28th Annual Sandestin Wine Festival | Apr. 10-13, 2014
Sandestin Wine Festival takes place every April throughout The Village of Baytowne Wharf. The event is the most established and continuously running wine festival on the Gulf coast and known as the “Kentucky Derby of Wine Festivals.” Always a picture perfect event complete with white tents, grand wine tastings, culinary experiences and live music.

Guests are invited to uncork some fun in the sun and see why the Sandestin Wine Festival is one of the most beloved wine festivals on the coast. Four days of unique events will include the following:

Thursday, April 10 Wine dinners and specially prepared menus paired with wines at Baytowne restaurants.

Friday, April 11 Grand Wine Tasting 5-8 p.m. The pouring of hundreds of domestic and international wines makes for a grand event in The Village of Baytowne Wharf. Delicious food pairings during the Grand Tasting prepared by region’s hottest chefs.

Saturday, April 12 Grand Wine Tasting 1-5 p.m.
The second Grand Tasting day is another chance to taste from a variety of domestic and international wines and experience culinary delights.

Sunday, April 13 Sunday Brunch by the Bay with scenic marina bay views, live music and delicious Sunday brunch featuring champagne selections.

Retail Tent
After visiting the festival, head to the Retail Tent and purchase your favorite wines without ever leaving the event.

Retail tent is open from 2pm-9pm Friday and 10am-8pm on Saturday and 10-2pm on Sunday. Located at the Baytowne Marina.

Sandestin Wine Festival proceeds will benefit children in need through the Sandestin Foundation for Kids, and Fisher House, a home-away-from-home for the Military families of seriously ill or injured patients.

Purchase tickets before the event at the regular price of $55/$65 day of (Friday) $85/$95 day of (Saturday). This event could sell out! Click Here!

For more information, events and tickets, please visit Sandestin Wine Festival online.

 

[Teresa]

Sandestin Wine Festival 2013 Video
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[Teresa]

THURSDAY, APRIL 10 WINE DINNERS AT BAYTOWNE WHARF Village restaurants will feature specially prepared menus paired with wines. FRIDAY & SATURDAY, APRIL 11 & 12 DELICIOUS FOOD PAIRINGS Interact with the region's hottest chefs, while sampling foods to pair with wine. CHAMPAGNE & SEAFOOD CRUISE AT BAYTOWNE MARINA Champagne and Seafood Lunch Aboard the Solaris. Featuring a Dockside Reception and 4 Course Pairing Menu. For a full menu and to make reservations Click here. GRAND WINE TASTING 5-8pm Friday April 11 and 1-5pm Saturday April 12 at The Village of Baytowne Wharf. The pouring of hundreds of wines and spirits makes for a grand event indeed. Learn about the finest appellations from all major producing countries in all varieties, styles, and price ranges. Delicious fare will be paired with wine throughout the event. This event could sell out! Click here for tickets WINE TENT After visiting the festival head to the Retail Tent to purchase your favorite wines without ever leaving the event. Retail tent is open 2-9pm Friday, 10am-8pm on Saturday, and 10am-2pm on Sunday. Located at the entrance to Baytowne Wharf with hundreds of wines at special event pricing. SUNDAY, APRIL 13 SUNDAY CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH Treat yourself to a Sunday Champagne Brunch! Located at Baytowne Marina overlooking the Choctawhatchee Bay, enjoy live music and free-flowing champagne, as you choose from a wide selection of fresh, seasonal brunch items. For information, click here!

 

[Teresa]

Sandestin Wine Festival Events UPDATE - see wine seminars!

Guests are invited to uncork some fun in the sun and see why the Sandestin Wine Festival is one of the most beloved wine festivals on the coast. Four days of unique events will include the following:

Thursday, April 10
Wine dinners and specially prepared menus paired with wines at Baytowne restaurants.

Friday, April 11
Grand Wine Tasting 5-8 p.m. The pouring of hundreds of domestic and international wines makes for a grand event in The Village of Baytowne Wharf. Delicious food pairings during the Grand Tasting prepared by region’s hottest chefs.

Saturday, April 12
Grand Wine Tasting 1-5 p.m. The second Grand Tasting day is another chance to taste from a variety of domestic and international wines and experience culinary delights.

Sunday, April 13
Treat yourself to a Sunday Champagne Brunch at Baytowne Marina overlooking the Choctawhatchee Bay. Enjoy live music and free-flowing champagne as you choose from a wide selection of fresh, seasonal brunch items. Rain backup space: Linkside Conference Center.

Wine Seminars in the Champagne Lounge at Grand Sandestin
Join Senior Fine Wine Specialist, Michael Rugers, for a fun, yet educational, evening of food and wine pairing exercises.Taste four different grape varieties that will be paired with a small taste of fruit, assorted cheese, meat and chocolate. You will be amazed at how the flavors of the wine and food completely change. Friday, April 11 at 4pm.

Join Senior Fine Wine Specialist, Michael Rugers, for a fun, yet educational, evening of food and wine pairing exercises.Taste four different grape varieties that will be paired with a small taste of fruit, assorted cheese, meat and chocolate. You will be amazed at how the flavors of the wine and food completely change. After the seminar, pick up your wristband and glass while there and bypass the line to enter the Grand Wine Tasting. Saturday, April 12 at 12pm.

The retail tent is open daily during the festival. Purchase your favorite wine or spirits at a special Wine Festival discount.
Sandestin Wine Festival proceeds will benefit children in need through the Sandestin Foundation for Kids, and Fisher House, a home-away-from-home for the Military families of seriously ill or injured patients.

For more information, events and tickets by the day or individual events, please visit Sandestin Wine Festival online.

 

[Dawn]

Thanks for the info! Can't wait.