Summer in Wine Country: Yountville’s Summer Itinerary

VineyardNestled in the heart of Napa Valley, this mile long town boasts an array of Michelin star restaurants, art galleries and historical sites, alongisde its numerous vineyards. Check out some standouts from their summer itinerary, which will keep everyone from foodies and wine aficionados to auto experts, entertained during their stay in California

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Bardessono plays host to rooftop poolside cocktail parties on the last Thursday of June, July and August. With valley views, there will also be swimsuit fashion shows and live entertainment.

Poolside pizza service is the latest novelty at the North Block Hotel. They have installed a quirky mid-century phone which will allow guests to enjoy buubly and Red Wood pizza delivered straight to their poolside cabana. 

Happy hour doesn’t just have to be about drinking. On the third Thursday of June, July and August, guests can pair four decadent Kollar Chocolates with wine for $10. 

(Tip: check out the private chocolate making workshops from Artisan Chocolatier Chef Kollar).

Enjoy the Vintner Dinner Series hosted at art, design and wine gallery Ma(i)sonary. Guests will get to mingle with modern legends of California wine country while savoring three courses of gourmet cuisine paired with curated flights of wine. Begins June 28.

For the family, Napa Valley Museum presents its summer exhibition on Wayne Thiebaud. Kids and adults alike will delight in free family fun days, including the Extreme Cupcake Decorating Challenge or Painting like Thiebaud. June 29-September 14.

The 24th Annual Father’s Day Auto Show is the perfect day out for any dad.  From classic Model T s and ‘57 Chevys to Jaguars and Porches, this non-competitive exhibition celebrates ‘the art of the driving machine’. June 15, at V Marketplace.