Vintners Lunch

Ride and explore a glimpse of rich history in Napa Valley. The bygone Laurent Winery, founded in 1874, was brought back to life by Bruce Markham in 1978 and is now one of the oldest wineries in Napa Valley. Over the years, Markham Vineyards has become one of the most advanced and stunning winemaking facilities in the country. Meet winemaker Kimberlee Nicholls and feast on Executive Chef Kelly MacDonald's best of early spring offerings paired with critically acclaimed Markham wines.

Parents have a romantic dinner in a dinning car, while kids enjoy movies and games with a childcare pro in a separate car.

Toast the dream of two former aerospace engineers, Norman deLeuze and Gino Zepponi, who left corporate life and launched ZD Wines in 1969. Honoring over forty years of producing world-class Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon, ZD Wines attributes its success to family dedication and a hands-on approach. ZD Wines is proud to have been at the forefront of the sustainable wine movement dating back to the early 1980s. Share their passion of food and wine pairing with Brett deLeuze, Norman's son, and winemaker Chris Pisani. Executive Chef Kelly MacDonald creates a bountiful spring menu highlighting exquisite ZD wines.

NEW! The Napa Valley Wine Train is pleased to announce a new gum shoe themed Murder Mystery. Come prepared to mix and mingle, dress the part, or just get down to business and solve the murder.

A touch of romance onboard! Partners in wine and life, Elizabeth Pressler and Spencer Graham celebrate a thirty year passion with the birth of Elizabeth Spencer. Each of their voluptuous wines is representative of its appellation of origin. Fruit is sourced from a handful of dedicated growers and a dozen vineyard blocks from Napa Valley, Sonoma and Mendocino. Indulge your senses with luxurious Elizabeth Spencer wines paired with wonderful flavor combinations by Executive Chef Kelly MacDonald.

Share the magic of the Napa Valley in March as the sun sets at 7:28 pm. This moon is named the 'Full Crow Moon' because the caw of the birds signaled winters' end. Our Moonlight Escape gourmet dinner takes place upstairs in the Vista Dome rail car with its almost 180-degree view. Guests glide over the evening vineyards touched with the silver light of the rising moon. This is a five-course dinner, including a glass of sparkling wine. There is seating for only 24 couples.

Parents have a romantic dinner in a dinning car, while kids enjoy movies and games with a childcare pro in a separate car.

Parents have a romantic dinner in a dinning car, while kids enjoy movies and games with a childcare pro in a separate car.

Spend an engaging afternoon with local winemaker Chris Corley of Monticello Vineyards! 35-plus years after Jay Corley founded Monticello Vineyards, sons Kevin, Chris and Stephen now manage the winery. Chris delights us with rich family history and award winning, small production, exclusively Napa Valley wines. Enjoy some of the best food and wine Napa Valley has to offer with perfect pairings by Executive Chef Kelly Macdonald and Wine Train Wine Director Ryan Graham.

NEW! The Napa Valley Wine Train is pleased to announce a new gum shoe themed Murder Mystery. Come prepared to mix and mingle, dress the part, or just get down to business and solve the murder.

Taste it, believe it, love it - quality and affordability in the same bottle! A collaboration between winemaker Philip Zorn and Brent Shortridge, Waterstone Winery was founded in 2000 when the two men discovered a shared interest in creating delicious wines at great prices. The lush Waterstone wines are quickly becoming known for hitting all the right spots. Discover for yourself what wine critics and Executive Chef Kelly MacDonald are all raving about - well crafted food friendly wines priced to be enjoyed often.

Enjoy a special paired wine and food menu in our Vista Dome car, and pick up tidbits of wine knowledge from our experts. Enjoy the exceptional view of the valley from the elevated Vista Dome Car during your evening of culinary adventure and learning. Each dinner has a theme: varietal, appellation, or a visit by a celebrity guest wine maker.

Parents have a romantic dinner in a dinning car, while kids enjoy movies and games with a childcare pro in a separate car.

Don't miss an opportunity to discover Napa Valley cult wine at its best! Handcrafting exceptional wines from two Oakville estate vineyards, lifetime farmer Jeff Gargiulo produces just 3,500 cases at his family winery. These limited boutique offerings are everything luxury Napa Valley wines should be. Expressive Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Merlot along with distinctive Pinot Grigio and Rosato Di Sangiovese set the table for a gratifying afternoon of culinary extravagance.

NEW! The Napa Valley Wine Train is pleased to announce a new gum shoe themed Murder Mystery. Come prepared to mix and mingle, dress the part, or just get down to business and solve the murder.

Sample limited production sumptuous wines with Ryan Hill and Matt Walrath and encounter the passion of veteran vintner Doug Hill, the family patriarch. The shared vision of Doug and his family deliver wines produced from 11 estate vineyards totaling over 250 acres. The contrasting variety of delectable wines coming out of the Hill Family vineyards that stretch from the mountains and across the Napa Valley floor inspire the dream menu by Executive Chef Kelly Macdonald.

Share the magic of the Napa Valley in April as the sun sets at 8 pm. This moon is named the 'Full Pink Moon' because the earliest of the spring flowers are pink. Our Moonlight Escape gourmet dinner takes place upstairs in the Vista Dome rail car with its almost 180-degree view. Guests glide over the evening vineyards touched with the silver light of the rising moon. This is a five-course dinner, including a glass of sparkling wine. There is seating for only 24 couples.

NEW! The Napa Valley Wine Train is pleased to announce a new gum shoe themed Murder Mystery. Come prepared to mix and mingle, dress the part, or just get down to business and solve the murder.

Parents have a romantic dinner in a dinning car, while kids enjoy movies and games with a childcare pro in a separate car.

Come aboard for wine and whimsy! Meet the engaging David Mahaffey (winemaker and renaissance man) for fables, fun and fantastic wines. The premium grapes that produce Miss Olivia Brion Pinot Noir are farmed in the mountainous Wild Horse Valley, the coolest growing area in Napa Valley. David's artisan wines are featured in the finest restaurants in North America and each one is an intensive labor of love and passion. A wine and food adventure not to be missed!