$35 - Solvang Winery Tour, Tastings & Apps for 2, Reg. $136

The Deal

With its "historic tasting room (and) Creole touch," Rideau Vineyard in Solvang is one of the "top wineries to visit" on the Santa Ynez Wine Trail, according to Wine Country Getaways. For $35, regularly $136, two can visit this award-winning winery rated 4 stars on TripAdvisor for a Travelzoo-exclusive wine experience including a vineyard tour, tastings, wine class, hors d'oeuvres and a bottle of wine.

Housed in an adobe farmhouse built in 1884, Rideau is decorated with gold medals from the 2011 Tasters Guild International and the San Francisco Chronicle and "provides simultaneous blasts from the area's ranching past and from its hand-harvested, Rhône-varietal wine-making present," according to Fodor's. With this Local Deal, two can enjoy:

• Exclusive vineyard tour, which covers the history of the adobe, Iris Rideau’s background, the history of the second-generation Beaucastel vines and the specialization in Rhône varietals

• Five two-ounce tastings each, including the viognier, grenache blanc and red Rhone blend

• Wine education class, with focus on wine-tasting etiquette, wine terms, and wine and cheese pairings

• Hors d'oeuvres, including an assortment of cheese from Cowgirl Creamery, figs, salami, almonds and pecans (may vary)

• Bottle of wine to take home or enjoy on the grounds; choice of 2009 Estate Roussanne or 2009 Estate Grenache Blanc ($22 value)

Travelzoo Tip: Bring your own picnic basket and enjoy a scenic lunch at the vineyard's outdoor picnic areas. (Lunch is not included in this deal.)

Terms and Conditions
Vouchers can be redeemed starting Friday, Aug. 10, through Feb. 10, 2013. Reservations are required. Limited availability on weekends. A 24-hour cancellation policy applies; voucher is subject to forfeiture. Not valid on major holidays. Must be used in 1 visit. Tax, if applicable, and gratuity are not included. This deal cannot be combined with any other offer. Must be 21 years old or older to use this deal.