Aptos Wine Wander

Join us in the heart of Aptos village for an exciting afternoon of wine tasting! Bring your holiday shopping list along and support local businesses in the village. Discover local Santa Cruz Mountains wineries, while strolling through Aptos Village businesses. The Aptos Wine Wander is in partnership with Wines of the Santa Cruz Mountains and Aptos Village Businesses.

Must be 21 and over. This a rain-or-shine event. Tickets are non-refundable.

Past Participating Wineries:Aptos VineyardBurrell School VineyardsCommon Thread WinesDavid Bruce WineryEl Vaquero WineryIntegrity WinesInversion WinesKathryn Kennedy WineryKissed by an Angel WinesLester Estate WinesLago Lomita VineyardsMuns VineyardSante Arcangeli Family WinesSilver Mountain VineyardsWindy Oaks Estate Winery

Past Participating Businesses:Another BangerAptos Vineyard Tasting RoomBeklinaBetty BurgersCalicoastal BoutiqueCantine WinepubMagnolia Fine Gifts & GalleryNew Leaf Community MarketPelican HousePenny Ice CreamerySante Arcangeli Tasting LoungeSarah’s European Skin CareThe Sock Shop

DETAILS:

Tickets:Includes wine glass and wrist band and map of all the tasting locations.

Check-in:Check-in for the event will open at 12:45 pm (event begins at 1:00pm). Check-in location will be at: Aptos Village Green. Please bring your ticket confirmation and ID. We will check ID for ALL attendees. Upon check-in you will receive a wristband, wine glass and a map to all of the tasting sites.

Please taste responsibly …A typical tasting includes a single one ounce pour of wine.Limit the number of wine you taste to ensure the safety and enjoyment of everyone.Plan to come with a full stomach. Food will be available but only as small bites or tastes.We encourage you to come down early to have lunch at one of our fantastic restaurants.

Parking:Parking is limited in the village. Please consider taking a yellow cab or Uber or Lyft to the event instead of driving. If you do drive to the event please note that no ticket is needed for designated drivers accompanying you who will not be tasting.

FAQs:

If it’s a Wine Walk why can’t I walk around outside business with my glass full ?ABC regulations prohibit walking between tasting sites with any wine in your glass. Thank you for either pouring out or consuming at each tasting site before strolling on to the next site!

Can I bring my baby or dog?Sure, you can bring your baby to the wine walk. Please just be cautious with strollers as many of the businesses participating as tasting sites are somewhat small. Service animals are always allowed, however pets are not allowed in any establishment serving food.

Does my friend who will not be drinking need a ticket?No, anyone tagging along who will not be tasting wine does not need a ticket.

Refunds:No Refunds will be given. Event will proceed rain or shine.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Aptos Village, 161 Aptos Village Way, Aptos, United States