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Chris Bates Wine Weekend

Chris Bates Wine Weekend

December 12-13, 2025


Event Overview

Spend a winter weekend in good company and with even better wine at Twin Farms alongside Master Sommelier, Chris Bates. One of only 273 professionals worldwide to hold the prestigious title, Chris brings warmth, humor and expertise to every pour. He is the owner and winemaker of Element Winery in New York’s Finger Lakes, where he focuses on cool-climate wines that speak to place. Over the weekend, Chris will lead wine tastings, share behind-the-scenes stories from his winemaking journey and offer guidance on how to taste, talk about and enjoy wine.

While the cost is included in your stay, space is limited and some reservations are required. For reservations and details, please call 802.234.9999 or email 125@twinfarms.com to connect with a member of the experience curator team. This event, and all Twin Farms amenities, are exclusive to our hotel guests only.

Your Weekend Agenda


Friday, December 12

Afternoon Arrival

After settling into your home away from home, enjoy fireside cocktails at Twiggs.

 

Dinner at Twiggs

Pull up a chair for a delicious à la carte dinner where we will highlight wine pairings from Master Sommelier, Chris Bates during dinner service. Reservations are required, as space is limited.

Saturday, December 13

Winter Activities

Discover the art of a Vermont winter on The Farm and start your day with sledding, skiing down the mountain or ice skating – the opportunities are endless.

 

New York State Wine Seminar in Twiggs 3pm

Learn about the uniqueness and popularity of wine varietals as you swirl and sip your way through a seminar.

 

Collaborative Dinner in the Dining Room

Indulge in a special multi-course tasting dinner, thoughtfully crafted through a collaboration between the Twin Farms culinary team and Master Sommelier, Chris Bates. This special menu will be offered exclusively in the Dining Room this evening. Please Note: This special menu will be offered exclusively in the Dining Room, and as space is limited, reservations are required with seatings at 6:00pm or 8:30pm.

Sunday, December 14

Breakfast In Bed

On your departure day, enjoy a leisurely breakfast in the comfort and warmth of your cottage.

 

Gourmet Boxed Lunch

Allow us to pack you a picnic lunch to enjoy during your travels.

 

Gift certificates are currently unavailable for purchase. However, you will be able to purchase them again starting May 5th, 2023. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
In compliance with the Governor’s Executive Order for the state of Vermont, Twin Farms is able to welcome reservations, for stays from June 16th onward..

If you have a reservation before June 16th, our team will be reaching out to you, in the meantime, if we can be of any assistance whatsoever, please contact us at
802-234-9999.
Warmest greetings from the Team at Twin Farms,
Twin Farms is committed to the constant improvement of our guest and staff experiences.
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