Discovery of Napa: Comparative Wine Tasting
Learn about the rich history of Napa Valley, its winemaking and vineyards through a guided tasting of delicious limited production wines. Compare and discover the uniqueness of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot depending on which different nested appellations across Napa Valley.
Your tasting experience may be booked indoors within our bright and airy Tasting Room or outside in our shaded Garden Patios.
- Experience Length: 1.5 hours
- Wines: Limited-production & small-lot wines from our District Series Collection
- Cost: $55 per person
- Member Cost: 2-6 complimentary tastings depending on member tier
Walk-Ins Welcome
Exploration of Markham: Elevated Food and Wine Pairing
Since 1980, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon have been the heart and soul of our winemaking legacy.
Embark on a captivating and educational journey through Markham’s rich history including the building of our 150-year-old Stone Cellar and how Winemaker Kimberlee Nicholls, pioneered award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in Napa Valley for three decades.
This elevated tasting featuring selections from our highest tier of wines, along with cellared Library selections paired with a curated menu of local artisan cheeses and cured meats.
Your guided tasting experience may be booked indoors within our bright and airy Tasting Room or outside in our shaded Garden Patios.
- Experience Length: 1.5 hours
- Wines: Limited-production & small-lot wines from our Marked Parcels Collection.
- Cost: $90 per person
Private Tasting: The Cabernet Connoisseur’s Experience
RESERVE NOW. EXPERIENCE BEGINS OCTOBER 1.
Discover the pinnacle of Markham Cabernet Sauvignon. This privately guided tasting features rare library vintages, limited single-vineyard wines, and an exclusive barrel tasting of The Philanthropist, our flagship 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, expertly paired with local cheeses, charcuterie, and chocolates. A collector’s journey through the past, present, and future of Napa Valley Cabernet.
Each booking is private and guided by a dedicated Ambassador. Guests will also step inside the Markham winery for to sample a yet-to-be-released vintage of The Philanthropist Cabernet Sauvignon from a French Oak barrel.
- Offered Daily: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm and 2:00 – 4:00 pm
- Experience length: 2 hours
- Wines: Selections of library, limited single-vineyard, and a barrel tasting of yet-to-be-released Cabernet Sauvignon
- Cost: $150 per Person
- Exclusive Member Price: $95 per Member
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Events at Markham
From intimate winemaker dinners to wine release parties to tasting events, we invite you to join us in wine country for one of our upcoming events.
Virtual Tastings
Can’t come the tasting room? We bring the tasting room to you! Hosted by a Markham wine educator via Zoom, our virtual tastings are a great way to enjoy our delicious wines from the comfort of your own living room, back deck or front porch — anywhere your wi-fi desires. Best of all, you’re guaranteed a generous pour!
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