Marc's 40th · Napa Valley

The Weekend

Itinerary

Thursday · Nov 12

Friday · Nov 13

Saturday · Nov 14

Sunday · Nov 15

Arrival day — settle in, gather together.

1:00 PM

Optional

Lunch at Mumm Winery Optional

For those arriving early — lunch and sparkling wine tastings at Mumm Napa in Rutherford. A great way to start the weekend if you're already in the valley.

3:00 PM

Hotel Check-In

Check in at the R Inn Napa. Get settled and explore the property.

3–8 PM

Open Social Gathering

Unstructured time to reconnect — drinks at the hotel, explore the neighborhood, or simply relax. No agenda, just good company.

8:00 PM

Welcome Dinner TBD

Dinner for the full group in Yountville — choosing between Bistro Jeanty and Bouchon. Both are classic French bistro, excellent wine lists. Details to follow.

All-day winery tour through some of Napa's finest estates.

9:00 AM

Breakfast at the Hotel

Morning meal together at the R Inn before heading out for a full day in wine country.

11:00 AM

Winery Tour Begins TBD

We'll visit 4–5 wineries across the valley, with a lunch break mid-afternoon. Specific wineries TBD — expect a curated mix of iconic estates and hidden gems. A shuttle or designated driver will be arranged so everyone can enjoy the tastings freely.

~1:00 PM

Lunch Break

A midday pause somewhere along the winery route. Location TBD based on the day's itinerary.

5:00 PM

Return to Hotel

Back to the R Inn to rest and get ready for a relaxed evening.

Evening

Casual Dinner at the Hotel

A low-key night in after a long day of tastings. Dinner at the hotel — no need to venture out.

A free afternoon, then the night of the weekend.

Morning

Breakfast

Morning meal at the hotel before the day opens up.

11AM–5PM

Free TimeTBD

The afternoon is currently TBD, but expect this to be a low key day. Will solidify plans as we get closer. Ideas: explore Downtown Napa for boutiques and galleries, book a treatment at a local spa, relax at the property, or ride the legendary Napa Valley Wine Train through the valley.

7:30 PM

Dinner at The French Laundry Optional

The centerpiece of the weekend. The French Laundry — Thomas Keller's three-Michelin-star landmark in Yountville. One of the most celebrated dining experiences in the world. This will be an expensive dinner at $600 per person in the private dining room, so please consider this optional. We will need to know who wants to attend ~2.5 months before the trip, as it is pre-paid. Alternative dining options TBD if you want to skip this.

One last morning together before heading home.

Morning

Farewell Brunch

A final meal together — good food, good conversation, and a proper send-off. Location TBD.

12:00 PM

Check-Out & Depart

Check out of the R Inn by noon. Safe travels — and thank you for celebrating with us.

Where We're Staying

The Hotel

Please reserve your room at the R Inn Napa as soon as possible. They currently have full availability, but not sure how long that will last. Courtyard rooms are $360/night, and there are also higher-end loft suites which range from $500-700/night.

R Inn Napa

Napa, CA 94559

A boutique hotel in the heart of Napa Valley, combining modern comfort with the warmth of wine country. The R Inn puts the group close to the best restaurants, wineries, and experiences the valley has to offer.

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Check-In

Thu, Nov 12 · 3:00 PM

Check-Out

Sun, Nov 15 · 12:00 PM

Duration

3 Nights

Group Size

~12 Guests

Getting There

Travel Details

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Nearest Airports

SFO — San Francisco International
~1 hour drive to Napa

OAK — Oakland International
~1 hour drive to Napa

STS — Charles M. Schulz (Santa Rosa)
~45 min drive to Napa

SFO and OAK offer the most flight options and rental car availability.

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Getting to the Hotel

A rental car is the most flexible option — pick up at the airport and drive directly to the R Inn.

Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) from SFO or OAK runs roughly $80–120 one-way.

Carpooling is encouraged — once we get a little closer and know when everyone is arriving, we can see about a group carpool down from SFO/OAK.

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Getting Around Napa

Wine tasting and driving don't mix. For the winery day, we'll arrange a private shuttle so everyone can enjoy the tastings.

The Napa Valley Wine Trolley and local car services are also excellent for independent exploring.

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What to Pack

November in Napa means cool mornings, mild afternoons — plan on 50–65°F and bring layers.

Comfortable walking shoes for winery visits, and at least one elevated outfit for The French Laundry on Saturday night.

Leave room in your bag for wine.

Marc's Fortieth

Itinerary

The Hotel

R Inn Napa

Travel Details

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