Press Packet 2013
Welcome to the Napa Valley Wine Train The Napa Valley Wine Train is a fine dining experience on board a meticulously restored antique train that moves through the world famous vineyards of Napa Valley. We are one of Napa’s most distinctive restaurants. Once on board, guests choose from a seasonal menu and then relax as their selection is prepared to their specifications in one of our on board kitchen cars. Executive Chef, Kelly Macdonald, prides himself on using only the freshest seasonal ingredients. This includes earth friendly produce, humanely raised meats, and line caught or responsibly farmed fish. Guests begin their journey at our Station in the vibrant Oxbow district of downtown Napa. The Train travels north to St. Helena, where the locomotive disconnects and switches to the opposite end of the train and then returns to Napa. Most guests choose packages that allow them to remain on board the Train for the duration of the journey. Guided winery tour packages are also available, allowing guests to disembark at select wineries for personalized tours and tastings.
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Vista Dome Car The 1952 Vista Dome car provides our most private dining experience. It is an elevated observation style dining car. Chef Kelly Macdonald dazzles guests with an exquisite multiple course meal prepared in the Vista Dome’s own kitchen. Celebrate the warm California sun or silver moonlight and the best views in the Napa Valley over a glass of fine sparkling wine.
Gourmet Express Package The Gourmet Express package is the quintessential Wine Train experience. In keeping with railroading tradition, guests selecting this option are seated in both the lounge and dining cars. Guests who are assigned to first seating, dine on fresh soup or salad and their choice of entree in the dining car while traveling up the valley. On the return trip, guests enjoy dessert in one of the lounge cars. Those guests with a second seating assignment will be served appetizers in one of the lounge cars while heading up the valley and will enjoy their fresh soup or salad, choice of entree and dessert in one of the dining cars on the return trip. Guests are encouraged to explore the Train and visit the kitchen car to see our chefs in action.
Silverado Car The Silverado Car is an open-air rail car which has been remodeled to be reminiscent of a Hollywood Western. Meals in the Silverado Car are prepared to order in the car’s very own kitchen. Relax with a complimentary glass of Private Label wine or local beer while soaking in the fresh air of Napa Valley. Open weather permitting (May–October)
Wine Tasting Car Guests who visit our beautifully appointed Wine Tasting Car can create a customized tasting by selecting from more than 30 boutique wines. Converse with our knowledgeable wine educator. Describe your tastes and discover new favorites. Wine Tasting is $10 for four tastes of wine.
Winery Tours The Napa Valley Wine Train’s winery tours provide a full Napa Valley experience. All tour guests get an opportunity to ride on our antique train, enjoy a fresh, multiple course meal prepared to order on board, and tour and taste wines at the selected winery. Schedules vary per tour. winetrain.com | 800.427.4124 | 1275 McKinstry Street Napa, California, 94559
Lunch Schedule 2013 10:30 am Check in 10:50 am Boarding
Standard Options
11:30 am Train Departs 2:30 pm Train Returns $144 Vista Dome Multiple course meal and 1 glass of sparkling wine $114 Gourmet Express Multiple course meal and 1 glass of wine $104 Silverado Car (May-October) Multiple course meal and 1 glass of wine
Seated With Others Events
Vintner’s Lunch
$174 June-October Most Fridays 10:30am-2:30pm Multiple course meal paired with 3 glasses of wine (guest vintner on board)
Grgich Hills Winery Tour
$139 Year round Lunch Trains 10:30am-2:30pm Multiple course meal and winery tour of Grgich Hills Estate
Domaine Chandon Winery Tour
$159 Year Round Friday - Sunday 10:30am-4:00pm Multiple course meal and winery tour of Domaine Chandon
Ambassador Winery Tour Valley First Winery Tour
$204 March – November Monday - Thursday 10:30am-4:05pm Multiple course meal and winery tours of Raymond Vineyards and ZD Wines
$159 Year Round Lunch Trains 9:45am-2:30pm Multiple course meal and winery tour of Raymond Vineyards
Food prepared fresh on board; Dress Code: Come as you are or Napa Casual; One glass of wine included with each package. Gratuity not included; Prices and schedule subject to change
winetrain.com | 800.427.4124 | 1275 McKinstry Street Napa, California, 94559
Dinner Dinner Schedule 2013 5:30 pm Check in 5:50 pm Boarding
Standard Options
Romantic Events
6:30 pm Train Departs 9:30 pm Train Returns $144 Vista Dome Multiple course meal and 1 glass of sparkling wine $114 Gourmet Express Multiple course meal and 1 glass of wine $174 Moonlight Escape Multiple course meal, welcome glass of sparkling wine, and 2 glasses of Napa Valley Wine Train Private Label Wine
Seated With Others Events
Celebrity Winemaker Dinner Series Murder Mystery Dinner Theater Evening Winery Tour Sip and Supper
$174 Celebrity Winemaker Series An educational evening with a specially designed multiple course meal paired with 4 glasses of wine
$165 Murder Mystery Multiple course meal with an on board dinner theater
$184 Year Round Saturdays and Sundays 5:15 PM-9:30 Pm Multiple course meal and winery tour of Grgich Hills Estate $134 and up during dinner Trains A comprehensive tasting in the lounge car prior to dinner
Food prepared fresh on board; Dress Code: suggested cocktail attire; One glass of wine included with each package. Gratuity not included; Prices and schedule subject to change
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Winery Tours 2013 Enjoy a gourmet, multiple-course meal in an elegant antique dining car as you journey through the Napa Valley. Disembark for a private tour and tasting at one (or more) of these world famous wineries.
Ambassador Winery Tour Raymond Vineyards and ZD Wines MARCH—NOVEMBER Lunch
Domaine Chandon Winery Tour YEAR ROUND Lunch
Grgich Hills Estate Winery Tour YEAR ROUND Lunch
Valley First Winery Tour Raymond Vineyards YEAR ROUND Lunch
Evening Winery Tour Grgich Hills Estate YEAR ROUND Dinner
$204 Monday—Thursday 10:30am—4:05pm Dine on the Train before traveling by luxury motorcoach to TWO of Napa Valley’s best wineries. Take in the private tours and tastings, and then relax for a scenic drive as you return to the station.
$159 Friday—Sunday 10:30am—4:00pm After finishing your lunch on our antique train, disembark for a tour and tasting at this world-renowned sparkling winery. At the completion of the tour, take our luxury shuttle back to the station.
$139 Everyday 10:30am—2:30pm Enjoy your first course and entree before disembarking to taste wine made from family-owned, organically farmed, and biodynamically grown grapes. Once the Train returns, re-board for a dessert course during a leisurely paced return trip to Napa. $159 everyday 9:45am—2:30pm Begin your day with an exclusive, all-encompassing tasting and tour at Raymond Vineyards, then take a luxury shuttle to meet the Train, where you will enjoy your freshly prepared gourmet lunch. $184 Saturday & Sunday Evenings 5:15 pm—9:30 pm Begin your evening with a VIP-style after hours tour at Grgich Hills Estate . The winery re-opens exclusively for the Wine Train's Evening Tour guests. You will also be treated to a cheese and red wine pairing before boarding the Train for a multiple course dinner.
Seated with others. Total group size 20-32 Guests Price includes: One Glass of wine, meal, sales tax, private tour and tasting at the listed wineries, and train fare. Additional beverages purchased on board and gratuity are not included in quoted price. Prices and schedule are subject to change.
winetrain.com | 800.427.4124 | 1275 McKinstry Street Napa, California, 94559
San Francisco to Napa Ferry to Train & Wine Tasting Tours Why drive to the Napa Valley? Allow us to introduce a car-free alternative. Visit Napa Valley without driving by using the Wine Train’s Bay Tour. Start at the San Francisco Ferry Building at 8:30 am, then travel by BayLink ferry/bus (schedule depending) to Vallejo. In Vallejo, a private shuttle for Wine Train guests will be waiting to transport you to Napa. Reservations are required at least one day in advance. You can experience any of the Wine Train's lunch or winery tour packages. Then enjoy an afternoon to yourself in downtown Napa, a great place for wine tasting, shopping or spa treatments. Catch the shuttle back to Vallejo in time for the evening ferry to San Francisco.
Leave San Francisco 8:30 am and be back at 7. The perfect wine country day trip. Three steps to getting here by ferry: 1. Call the Napa Valley Wine Train at +1.800.427.4124. 2. Board the 8:30 am BayLink Ferry/Bus 3. Travel from San Francisco to Napa in relaxed comfort! For more information, schedules, and a step by step guide to catching the ferry, please visit:
winetrain.com/directions Round trip shuttle service between Vallejo and the Wine Train station inclusive of ferry fare $48 per person. Advanced reservations required.
winetrain.com | 800.427.4124 | 1275 McKinstry Street Napa, California, 94559
winetrain.com | 800.427.4124 | 1275 McKinstry Street Napa, California, 94559
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Vista Dome Car The 1952 Vista Dome car provides our most private dining experience. It is an elevated observation style dining car. Chef Kelly Macdonald dazzles guests with an exquisite multiple course meal prepared in the Vista Dome’s own kitchen. Celebrate the warm California sun or silver moonlight and the best views in the Napa Valley over a glass of fine sparkling wine.
Gourmet Express Package The Gourmet Express package is the quintessential Wine Train experience. In keeping with railroading tradition, guests selecting this option are seated in both the lounge and dining cars. Guests who are assigned to first seating, dine on fresh soup or salad and their choice of entree in the dining car while traveling up the valley. On the return trip, guests enjoy dessert in one of the lounge cars. Those guests with a second seating assignment will be served appetizers in one of the lounge cars while heading up the valley and will enjoy their fresh soup or salad, choice of entree and dessert in one of the dining cars on the return trip. Guests are encouraged to explore the Train and visit the kitchen car to see our chefs in action.
Silverado Car The Silverado Car is an open-air rail car which has been remodeled to be reminiscent of a Hollywood Western. Meals in the Silverado Car are prepared to order in the car’s very own kitchen. Relax with a complimentary glass of Private Label wine or local beer while soaking in the fresh air of Napa Valley. Open weather permitting (May–October)
Wine Tasting Car Guests who visit our beautifully appointed Wine Tasting Car can create a customized tasting by selecting from more than 30 boutique wines. Converse with our knowledgeable wine educator. Describe your tastes and discover new favorites. Wine Tasting is $10 for four tastes of wine.
Winery Tours The Napa Valley Wine Train’s winery tours provide a full Napa Valley experience. All tour guests get an opportunity to ride on our antique train, enjoy a fresh, multiple course meal prepared to order on board, and tour and taste wines at the selected winery. Schedules vary per tour. winetrain.com | 800.427.4124 | 1275 McKinstry Street Napa, California, 94559
Lunch Schedule 2013 10:30 am Check in 10:50 am Boarding
Standard Options
11:30 am Train Departs 2:30 pm Train Returns $144 Vista Dome Multiple course meal and 1 glass of sparkling wine $114 Gourmet Express Multiple course meal and 1 glass of wine $104 Silverado Car (May-October) Multiple course meal and 1 glass of wine
Seated With Others Events
Vintner’s Lunch
$174 June-October Most Fridays 10:30am-2:30pm Multiple course meal paired with 3 glasses of wine (guest vintner on board)
Grgich Hills Winery Tour
$139 Year round Lunch Trains 10:30am-2:30pm Multiple course meal and winery tour of Grgich Hills Estate
Domaine Chandon Winery Tour
$159 Year Round Friday - Sunday 10:30am-4:00pm Multiple course meal and winery tour of Domaine Chandon
Ambassador Winery Tour Valley First Winery Tour
$204 March – November Monday - Thursday 10:30am-4:05pm Multiple course meal and winery tours of Raymond Vineyards and ZD Wines
$159 Year Round Lunch Trains 9:45am-2:30pm Multiple course meal and winery tour of Raymond Vineyards
Food prepared fresh on board; Dress Code: Come as you are or Napa Casual; One glass of wine included with each package. Gratuity not included; Prices and schedule subject to change
winetrain.com | 800.427.4124 | 1275 McKinstry Street Napa, California, 94559
Dinner Dinner Schedule 2013 5:30 pm Check in 5:50 pm Boarding
Standard Options
Romantic Events
6:30 pm Train Departs 9:30 pm Train Returns $144 Vista Dome Multiple course meal and 1 glass of sparkling wine $114 Gourmet Express Multiple course meal and 1 glass of wine $174 Moonlight Escape Multiple course meal, welcome glass of sparkling wine, and 2 glasses of Napa Valley Wine Train Private Label Wine
Seated With Others Events
Celebrity Winemaker Dinner Series Murder Mystery Dinner Theater Evening Winery Tour Sip and Supper
$174 Celebrity Winemaker Series An educational evening with a specially designed multiple course meal paired with 4 glasses of wine
$165 Murder Mystery Multiple course meal with an on board dinner theater
$184 Year Round Saturdays and Sundays 5:15 PM-9:30 Pm Multiple course meal and winery tour of Grgich Hills Estate $134 and up during dinner Trains A comprehensive tasting in the lounge car prior to dinner
Food prepared fresh on board; Dress Code: suggested cocktail attire; One glass of wine included with each package. Gratuity not included; Prices and schedule subject to change
winetrain.com | 800.427.4124 | 1275 McKinstry Street Napa, California, 94559 11/12
Winery Tours 2013 Enjoy a gourmet, multiple-course meal in an elegant antique dining car as you journey through the Napa Valley. Disembark for a private tour and tasting at one (or more) of these world famous wineries.
Ambassador Winery Tour Raymond Vineyards and ZD Wines MARCH—NOVEMBER Lunch
Domaine Chandon Winery Tour YEAR ROUND Lunch
Grgich Hills Estate Winery Tour YEAR ROUND Lunch
Valley First Winery Tour Raymond Vineyards YEAR ROUND Lunch
Evening Winery Tour Grgich Hills Estate YEAR ROUND Dinner
$204 Monday—Thursday 10:30am—4:05pm Dine on the Train before traveling by luxury motorcoach to TWO of Napa Valley’s best wineries. Take in the private tours and tastings, and then relax for a scenic drive as you return to the station.
$159 Friday—Sunday 10:30am—4:00pm After finishing your lunch on our antique train, disembark for a tour and tasting at this world-renowned sparkling winery. At the completion of the tour, take our luxury shuttle back to the station.
$139 Everyday 10:30am—2:30pm Enjoy your first course and entree before disembarking to taste wine made from family-owned, organically farmed, and biodynamically grown grapes. Once the Train returns, re-board for a dessert course during a leisurely paced return trip to Napa. $159 everyday 9:45am—2:30pm Begin your day with an exclusive, all-encompassing tasting and tour at Raymond Vineyards, then take a luxury shuttle to meet the Train, where you will enjoy your freshly prepared gourmet lunch. $184 Saturday & Sunday Evenings 5:15 pm—9:30 pm Begin your evening with a VIP-style after hours tour at Grgich Hills Estate . The winery re-opens exclusively for the Wine Train's Evening Tour guests. You will also be treated to a cheese and red wine pairing before boarding the Train for a multiple course dinner.
Seated with others. Total group size 20-32 Guests Price includes: One Glass of wine, meal, sales tax, private tour and tasting at the listed wineries, and train fare. Additional beverages purchased on board and gratuity are not included in quoted price. Prices and schedule are subject to change.
winetrain.com | 800.427.4124 | 1275 McKinstry Street Napa, California, 94559
San Francisco to Napa Ferry to Train & Wine Tasting Tours Why drive to the Napa Valley? Allow us to introduce a car-free alternative. Visit Napa Valley without driving by using the Wine Train’s Bay Tour. Start at the San Francisco Ferry Building at 8:30 am, then travel by BayLink ferry/bus (schedule depending) to Vallejo. In Vallejo, a private shuttle for Wine Train guests will be waiting to transport you to Napa. Reservations are required at least one day in advance. You can experience any of the Wine Train's lunch or winery tour packages. Then enjoy an afternoon to yourself in downtown Napa, a great place for wine tasting, shopping or spa treatments. Catch the shuttle back to Vallejo in time for the evening ferry to San Francisco.
Leave San Francisco 8:30 am and be back at 7. The perfect wine country day trip. Three steps to getting here by ferry: 1. Call the Napa Valley Wine Train at +1.800.427.4124. 2. Board the 8:30 am BayLink Ferry/Bus 3. Travel from San Francisco to Napa in relaxed comfort! For more information, schedules, and a step by step guide to catching the ferry, please visit:
winetrain.com/directions Round trip shuttle service between Vallejo and the Wine Train station inclusive of ferry fare $48 per person. Advanced reservations required.
winetrain.com | 800.427.4124 | 1275 McKinstry Street Napa, California, 94559
