The wine industry, traditionally a little stuffy, slightly set in its ways and a challenge to break into, has opened its arms to a newcomer. The Golden Vines is a celebration for wine and spirits lovers, an exclusive event that honors the excellence of this craft. After the previous success stories of events in London, Florence, Paris and Madrid, for the first time, The Golden Vines is set to touchdown in the USA, with an event in Miami.
No city throws a party like Miami, and in November with the arrival of the leading lights of the wine, spirits, and culinary world, it looks as though things are going to be taken up a notch.
Over the course of three days, The Golden Vines will feature masterclasses, Michelin-starred dining, intimate conversations and galas held at some of the finest venues in Miami.
Since the beginning, The Golden Vines worked closely with charitable organizations, and this year’s Miami edition is no exception. Proceeds from the live auction will go towards the Gérard Basset Foundation, which promotes education programs for young people in the wine, spirits and hospitality industries. Working to empower those from underrepresented backgrounds via scholarships, mentoring and training programs, the charitable aspect of The Golden Vines has always given the event a purpose behind the glamor.
For those looking to attend the inaugural American event, weekend tickets are now available and priced at $15,000 per person. But what exactly does that ticket involve?
The Golden Vines Miami
Friday, November 7
Everything begins with a series of masterclasses hosted in numerous grand Miami venues. From ‘Iconic Women in Wine’, ‘Italian Icons’, ‘South American All Stars’ and numerous other topics, these classes follow a range of themes and will ease attendees into the weekend. There will also be exclusive sessions with Dom Pérignon, Krug and The Old Vines Conference.
The day builds to the evening Golden Vines Gala, which will be held at the iconic Alfred I DuPont Building. Here, guests will enjoy a Michelin-starred dining experience, with courses paired with incredible wines from Krug, Domaine Vincent Dancer, Marques de Murrieta Castillo Ygay and many more.
This gala is also where the live auction will take place, featuring once-in-a-lifetime experiences, auctioned to raise money for the Gérard Basset Foundation.
Saturday, November 8
The second day of festivities begins with a selection of sponsor-hosted lunches. Attendees will enjoy exemplary cuisine paired with excellent bottles while discussing with some of the most renowned producers in the industry. With so many lunches occurring, guests will have to select which one most suits their interest, but highlights include Harlan Estate & Dom Pérignon Plénitude 3, Champagne Henriot, Château Cheval Blanc and Château Lafite Rothschild & Trimbach Clos Ste Hune.
The day concludes with the Golden Vines Awards Gala, which this year will take place in the Faena Forum. Here, key industry figures and attendees will enjoy a meal from three-star Michelin chef Kyle Connaughton from SingleThread. The meal will, of course, be paired with legendary wines like Château Lafite Rothschild, and the evening will conclude with a live music performance.
Sunday, November 9
Festivities conclude with a final day of memory-making experiences for guests. From a relaxed caviar and champagne lunch with Aaron Paul’s brand, TheOnlyCaviar, to an adventurous private jet jaunt to the Bahamas with Slate Aviation, it’s set to be a day of excitement.
Tickets for The Golden Vines Miami are priced at $15,000 and include both gala evenings, a selection of masterclasses and hosted lunches in addition to participation in Sunday experiences. Ticket holders will also receive a Golden Vines Edition VinGardeValise suitcase, with a 2025 Golden Vines Grant Macdonald luggage tag.
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