Napa’s Inner Circle
Ultra‐Limited Wine Experience with Exclusive Private Tastings, 100‐Point Wines & 3‐Night Stay at Vinarosa Resort & Spa for 6
This Experience for 6 Includes:
- 3-night stay at Vinarosa Resort & Spa, Napa Valley
- Guided experiences throughout by Master Sommelier Michael Jordan
- Private Deductive Tasting Master Class & Welcome Dinner at John Ash Restaurant
- Recaredo-style winery tasting with curated food pairings in Oakville (limited-access estate)
- Dinner at Lokoya Estate on Spring Mountain — featuring some of Napa’s most exclusive, 100-point wines
- Hartford Court / Arrendell-style vineyard tasting (Pinot & Chardonnay focus)
- Private mountaintop tasting at Stonestreet Estate Vineyards, a Chris Jackson Winery (Chris Jackson estate)
- Seated, in-winery tasting at Vérité — including 100-point wines
- All private tastings, reservations, and curated food pairings included
- Luxury ground transportation throughout
- Winspire booking & concierge service — seamless support from start to finish
Step into a world reserved for true insiders — where rare access, legendary wines, and masterful craftsmanship come together in one extraordinary Wine Country escape. Hosted by one of the world’s most accomplished wine authorities, this exclusive journey invites you beyond the tasting room and into the inner circle of Napa and Sonoma’s most celebrated estates. From private master classes and invitation-only vineyard experiences to Michelin-level dining and serene luxury accommodations, every moment is thoughtfully curated to reveal the artistry, precision, and passion behind the world’s most coveted wines. This is more than a getaway — it’s an immersion into excellence, where each sip tells a story and every experience becomes unforgettable.
Thursday | Welcome to the Inner Circle
Arrive in Santa Rosa and step into the tranquil luxury of Vinarosa Resort & Spa, your private sanctuary for the next three nights. As the sun casts a golden glow across the surrounding vineyards, your extraordinary wine country journey begins with an exclusive Private Deductive Tasting Master Class led by Master Sommelier Michael Jordan.
In an intimate and welcoming setting, Michael reveals his personal approach to the art of blind tasting — guiding you through a curated selection of exceptional wines while sharing the subtle techniques professionals use to interpret structure, aroma, terroir, and vintage. This is not a test, but a sensory exploration — an engaging and enlightening experience that transforms each sip into discovery, revealing the hidden details that distinguish great wines from truly legendary expressions.
After celebrating the thrill of correctly identifying the wines, your evening continues with a refined, chef-driven dinner at the renowned John Ash restaurant. Each course is thoughtfully crafted and perfectly paired to complement the wines, creating a seamless harmony of flavor, elegance, and artistry. It is a graceful introduction to a weekend defined by rare access, exceptional craftsmanship, and the quiet luxury of wine country at its finest.
Friday | Sonoma: Icons of the Valley
Today unfolds in Sonoma, where winemaking is deeply personal, quietly expressive, and rooted in a reverence for the land. This is a place where every vineyard tells a story — and every glass reveals a legacy.
Your journey begins with an immersive tasting at Hartford Family Winery, celebrated for exceptional Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Old Vine Zinfandel. Here, terroir-driven wines reveal remarkable purity and balance, each handcrafted expression reflecting the artistry and precision of small-lot winemaking. With every pour, discover the harmony between nature and craft that defines Sonoma’s most sought-after wines.
Next, ascend high above Alexander Valley to the breathtaking Stonestreet Mountain Estate, where vineyards stretch across dramatic mountain terrain. During your seated tasting overlooking the sweeping landscape, you’ll experience wines shaped by the distinctive character of high-elevation farming — elegant Chardonnays and powerful Cabernet Sauvignons that capture both place and purpose. It’s a moment where panoramic beauty, generational legacy, and exceptional flavor come together in perfect balance.
Your day culminates with an exclusive private tour and seated tasting at Vérité Winery — one of the most revered names in American winemaking. Explore a remarkable flight of Bordeaux-inspired blends, including selections from their extraordinary portfolio of thirty-one 100-point wines. Learn about their meticulously cultivated Micro-Cru vineyard sites, where precision and passion produce wines of profound depth and complexity. Focused, intimate, and unforgettable, this experience embodies the true spirit of the Inner Circle — rare access, uncompromising quality, and a deep reverence for excellence.
Saturday | Napa Valley: The Inner Circle Revealed
Saturday unfolds as an extraordinary journey into Napa Valley’s most coveted estates — guided by Master Sommelier Michael Jordan, whose relationships and expertise open doors few ever have the privilege to enter. This is Napa experienced from the inside — intimate, rare, and deeply personal.
Your day begins with a private tasting at Cardinale Winery, where small-production wines express the soul of the vineyard with remarkable precision. Each pour reveals a story of place, season, and thoughtful restraint, thoughtfully paired to illuminate the nuance and balance that define Napa Valley’s quiet elegance.
From there, ascend high above the valley floor to the dramatic slopes of Mt. Veeder, where mountaintop vineyards cling to rugged terrain and sweeping vistas stretch to the horizon. In this rarefied landscape — where grapes for Cardinale and Lokoya are meticulously cultivated — cooler elevations and pristine conditions produce wines of extraordinary depth and structure. The experience is unhurried, intimate, and reserved for those truly “in the know.”
Your journey continues to the historic Freemark Abbey Winery in St. Helena, a Napa Valley icon founded in 1886 and stewarded by one of the region’s pioneering women. Here, tradition and legacy take center stage as you explore a remarkable library of aged vintages alongside current releases. With roots tied to the legendary Judgment of Paris — where Freemark Abbey uniquely entered both a red and white wine in the competition that forever elevated California wine — the tasting offers a profound connection to Napa’s defining moments.
The day concludes with an unforgettable evening at Lokoya on Spring Mountain, one of the most exclusive names in American wine. Renowned for its 100-point Cabernet Sauvignons and extraordinarily limited production, Lokoya represents the pinnacle of mountain-grown power and elegance. Over a refined dinner in this rare setting, each course and pour reflects precision, reverence, and the artistry of world-class winemaking — a fitting finale to a day defined by access, excellence, and unforgettable moments.
Sunday | Farewell to Wine Country
Enjoy a leisurely morning at Vinarosa Resort & Spa — perhaps one last stroll through the grounds, a quiet coffee, or a reflective glass remembering the weekend’s highlights. You’ll depart Napa carrying more than memories: you leave with stories, insight, and experiences few wine lovers ever touch.
Your Stay | Vinarosa Resort & Spa
Your home for three nights is Vinarosa Resort & Spa, a refined sanctuary offering vineyard views, serene pools, and a sense of quiet luxury that perfectly complements the experience. Mornings are unhurried, evenings indulgent, and every detail curated for comfort and discretion.
Hosted by Michael Jordan, Master Sommelier & CWE
Michael Jordan stands among the world’s most accomplished authorities in wine — one of only fifteen individuals globally to hold both the Master Sommelier and Certified Wine Educator diplomas, widely regarded as the pinnacle of wine expertise. Achieving the Master Sommelier distinction demands years — often decades — of rigorous study, exceptional tasting precision, encyclopedic global knowledge, and flawless service mastery, making it one of the most challenging certifications in the culinary world. In recognition of his extraordinary contributions to the industry, Michael has also been knighted in France, a rare honor that reflects his profound influence and dedication to the art of wine.
Please Note:
- The order of daily experiences may vary; however, all highlighted tastings and events will be included during the weekend.
- All participants must be 21 years of age or older to participate in the tastings included.
- Travel dates will be coordinated based on the winning bidder’s availability and Master Sommelier Michael Jordan’s schedule. All experiences will take place Thursday through Sunday.
Why This Experience Captivates Donors and Closes Bids
- Ultra-limited by design — crafted for only a select few guests each year, ensuring intimacy, access, and uncompromised quality
- Led by Sir Michael Jordan, one of only 15 people to hold both Master Sommelier and Certified Wine Educator Diplomas – whose global reputation and trusted relationships unlock wineries rarely open to the public. Michael was recently Knighted in France for his many contributions to the world of fine wine.
- Invitation-only access to allocation-only, mountaintop, and insider estates most collectors can only dream of visiting
- Multiple 100-point wines from cult producers — tasted where they are made, not in tasting rooms or public salons
- Private, seated experiences inside the wineries themselves, with time, context, and storytelling that elevates every pour
- A collector’s dream — with opportunities to learn, taste, and potentially acquire wines unavailable through retail or auctions
- Effortless luxury — every detail curated, timed, and handled by Winspire for a seamless, stress-free journey
- Designed for milestone moments — perfect for anniversaries, major birthdays, legacy gifts, or once-in-a-lifetime celebrations
- An experience money alone can’t buy — it requires relationships, trust, and access that few companies can deliver
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.
Ground transportation is the responsibility of the winner unless otherwise stated.
Blackout Dates
The week of major US holidays and major local events. Additional dates may apply. Travel is available Thursday through Sunday.
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