Join world-renowned Master Sommelier Gillian Ballance in the elegant, intimate Wine Cave for an exquisite, 6-course dinner by the talented Rancho Valencia culinary team, paired with the most celebrated Australian wines in the Penfolds portfolio, including the South Australian Icon, the Grange 2018.

Bin 311 South Australia Chardonnay 2020

Bin 51 Eden Valley Riesling 2023

Bin 28 South Australia Shiraz 2021

Bin 704 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Bin 407 South Australia Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Penfolds Grange South Australia Shiraz 2018

Penfolds Grandfather South Australia Rare Tawny Port

The success of Penfolds has been driven by the generations of visionaries and innovators. From the beginning in 1844 to today, the merging of science, art and innovation has driven Penfolds to become one of Australia’s most famed and respected winemakers.

Ballance has been featured in numerous publications like Wine Spectator, Food and Wine Magazine and an abundance of Trade publications. In 2012 Ballance passed the esteemed Master Sommelier Diploma Exam through the Court of Master Sommeliers, representing one of 30 women in the world. This year, Ballance was appointed to sit on the James Beard Foundation Beverage Advisory Board. Don’t miss out on her deeply knowledgeable presentation of these incredible vintages from Penfolds!

Special room rates available for attendees of this special event. Please call 858-759-6240 to book your stay!

Event Fee includes all food, wine pairings, tax, gratuity, and valet parking.