The 30th annual Sandestin Wine Festival will be held April 14-17, 2016.
At 30 years, Sandestin Wine Fest has become one of the longest-running and most-established events in Northwest Florida.
This year’s Grand Wine Tastings will be held in the Village of Baytowne Wharf on Friday, April 15, from 5-8 p.m. and Saturday, April 16, from 1-5 p.m.
Don’t miss a chance to try the new 30A Wines, a partnership between The 30A Company and Mercer Estates. The wines will be available at the grand tastings on Friday and Saturday.
Friday and Saturday ticket holders have the opportunity this year to enhance their grand tasting experience and enjoy an exclusive VIP lounge area presented by Coastal Wine and Spirits. Located at the Terrace Amenities Deck in the Village, the area will feature exclusive wines and hors d’oeuvres from Marlin Grill.
The ‘Savor South Walton’ experience will highlight chefs from the area including Chef Jim Shirley, Chef Javier Rosa, Chef Dan Vargo, and Chef Gio Filippone, among others. Village Merchants will also feature delectable appetizers to pair with wines.
The weekend events for the Sandestin Wine Festival start with a twist, plus some postures and poses. The Mind. Body. Beach. event cleanses the spirit, if not the palette, with a special yoga on the beach session presented by Spa Sandestin.
Starting at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 16, enjoy yoga and beautiful white sand beaches of South Walton all capped off with mimosas to start the day.
Back by popular demand this year is the Champagne & Seafood Voyage aboard the Solaris from 12-3 p.m. on Friday, April 15. Enjoy a special dockside reception at Baytowne Marina, then board the vessel for the third Annual Champagne & Seafood Voyage. Enjoy a four-course seafood menu prepared by Solaris chefs as experts from Coastal Wine and Spirits pair the savory selections with premium champagnes.
Cap off the festival with a real treat and amazing views. The Sandestin Wine Festival Brunch on the Bay takes center stage 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, April 17, at Baytowne Marina. Guests can choose from a wide variety of fresh, seasonal brunch items, live music and free flowing specialty drinks.
The ABC Fine Wine & Spirits Retail Tent will be open daily throughout the festival and located at the entrance of Baytowne Wharf. Anyone can enter to purchase their favorite wines without ever having to leave the event.
Chief sponsors of the 30th Annual Sandestin Wine Festival include Coastal Living magazine, The 30A Company, ABC Fine Wine & Spirits, Good Grit Magazine and Visit South Walton.
Proceeds from the event will be donated to The Fisher House, a worthwhile organization that provides free or low cost lodging to veterans and military families receiving treatment at military medical centers and Sandestin Foundation for Kids, making a meaningful and positive difference in children’s lives.
