An Elevated Vineyard Picnic: Wine, Weathered Grain, and a Three‑Hour Pause at Shelton Vineyards

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An Elevated Vineyard Picnic: Wine, Weathered Grain, and a Three‑Hour Pause at Shelton Vineyards

A curated 3‑hour, adults‑only picnic experience at Shelton Vineyards that pairs a vineyard tour and tasting with a luxury alfresco lunch—useful for planning an intimate, half‑day vineyard outing.

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An Elevated Vineyard Picnic: Wine, Weathered Grain, and a Three‑Hour Pause at Shelton Vineyards.

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Location
Staunton
Operator
The Grape Experience
Category
Events
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Set on the grounds of Shelton Vineyards in Staunton, this is a deliberately designed luxury picnic for people who drink wine and like being outdoors: a three‑hour, adults‑only offering that combines a tasting, a guided vineyard tour and a curated picnic setup designed for small groups.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE SETTING

Luxury picnic on vineyard grounds

A fully appointed picnic on the Shelton grounds: cotton rugs, poufs and pillows, custom pine picnic tables, premium shade options and deluxe floral touches create a relaxed, photo‑ready basecamp for the afternoon.

THE WINE

Tasting and vineyard tour included

The experience pairs the picnic with an on‑site tasting and a tour of the vineyard, giving context to the wines you sip while you lounge.

THE DETAILS

Curated food, amenities and extras

Expect an artisan picnic lunch, curated charcuterie, fresh fruit and water, plus extras—games, a Polaroid camera and a Bluetooth speaker—for a leisurely, social afternoon.

What the day feels like

How the afternoon unfolds

Over three hours the operator stages a compact, indulgent vineyard visit: guests gather at Shelton Vineyards, move through a guided vineyard tour and tasting, then settle into a luxury picnic setup where food and wine are served amid curated furnishings and small extras designed for socializing and photos.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this experience is made for and who it excludes.

1
Wine lovers and curious sippersDesigned for adults who want a tasting paired with an alfresco meal; participants must be 21 or older.
2
Couples and intimate groupsIdeal for pairs and small groups—bookings require a minimum of two guests and pricing is structured for two or small groups.
3
Team builders and social groupsSuited to small gatherings and team outings that fit the minimum guest requirement and seek a half‑day planned for them.
4
Not suitable for solo minorsNot open to under‑21s and not intended for solo reservations because of the two‑guest minimum.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Photo ID is required for all participants.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the Picnic Experience?

The experience runs three hours.

Where do guests meet?

The meeting location is Shelton Vineyards.

Are there age restrictions?

Yes—this is an adults‑only experience for guests 21 and older.

What is the minimum group size?

There is a minimum booking of two guests.

What’s included in the picnic experience?

Included are a luxury picnic setup on the vineyard grounds, a tasting, a vineyard tour, curated charcuterie and an artisan picnic lunch, plus amenities such as rugs, seating, shade options, floral arrangements, games, a Polaroid camera and a Bluetooth speaker.

How is pricing structured?

Rates start at $450 for two people; groups of three to ten are priced at $175 per person.