experience unexpected The Meritage Resort and Spa JANUARY- F E B R UARY 2 0 1 5 65 A Napa Valley T he Meritage Resort, which sits on 32 acres just below Napa’s iconic Grape Crusher statue where Highway 29 and 221 meet, includes its own hillside vineyards; an Estate Cave featuring the first underground spa in a wine cave, the Trinitas Cellars tasting room, and event space for 200; plus a fine-dining restaurant; and luxury entertainment bar. If guests come to Napa and want to explore the area, The Meritage offers the perfect, central location. It’s equal distance from both Yountville and the Sonoma Square, ten minutes from downtown Napa, and just minutes away from many wineries and the start of the Silverado Trail. For those guests who want to experience much of what Napa has to offer without going too far, The Napa . For visitors, it evokes images of hillsides lined with vineyards, relaxing spa retreats, top restaurants, and wine. Napa is a destination for travelers from around the world; its allure reaches far and wide, across state, national and cultural lines. Some come annually, while for others it is the trip of a lifetime. But no matter if it’s a first visit or the 100th, Napa Valley welcomes each with open arms and provides new things to taste, see and do. Meritage Resort offers a Napa Valley experience without leaving the property. Set under hillside vineyards, the 20,000-square-foot Estate Cave is home to Spa Terra, a luxurious spa with 12 treatment rooms. For those in need of a true escape and relaxation, the hushed serenity of the Estate Cave coupled with a massage or facial is just the prescription. The Estate Cave is also home to Trinitas Cellars, where guests can enjoy wine tasting or a wine and artesan chocolate pairing. After relaxing in the Estate Cave and walking through the vineyards, guests can enjoy a meal at any of the four onsite restaurants. Siena plates up Italian-inspired dishes with a Napa Valley twist. Crush Ultra Lounge provides a relaxed atmosphere with twelve big screen TVs, six bowling lanes, and a full bar. Blend serves gourmet coffees, and light breakfast and lunch items all day, while The Commons: A Wine Bar pours top Napa Valley wines and mixed drinks. Beyond the spa, restaurants and tasting room, the resort hosts special events, including Masters and Makers @ Meritage February 13-15, 2015. The ultimate food and wine experience includes a winemaker dinner featuring Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, interactive seminars and activities with Quintessa, Trinitas Cellars, Reidel and Master Sommeliers, and a grand gala with many of the Napa Valley’s most celebrated wineries. The resort offers many special events throughout the year including ones at Mother’s Day, Fourth of July and New Year’s Eve. The Meritage Resort and Spa • 875 Bordeaux Way, Napa, CA 94558 • (707) 251-1900 • www.meritageresort.com with the Hotel Lobby Spa Foyer business pro f i l e
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