Wine Down on False River

Immerse yourself in New Roads’ distinctive small-town charm with a weekend of Napa Valley wine tastings, carefully-curated local cuisine, art, and live music—all served lakeside.

Friday night opens the doors of local homes and restaurants for a series of private dinners hosted by renowned local chefs offering menus thoughtfully paired with wines. Stick around on Saturday evening for the Grand Tasting on Main Street, where all the winemakers who have come to town will showcase their selections. Expect to sample as many as forty exquisite wines while enjoying small plates and perusing the work of local artists. Get a head start with a ticket to the Sparkling Wine Experience pre-party, featuring a private tasting experience with Napa Valley winemakers. Friday night dinners are $312.80 and include entrance into all weekend events; Saturday Grand Tasting tickets are $131.80; with Sparkling Wine Experience, they are $158. winedownfr.com.