{"id":757,"date":"2026-02-01T21:56:17","date_gmt":"2026-02-01T21:56:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/blog\/?p=757"},"modified":"2026-02-04T22:38:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T22:38:27","slug":"red-wine-chocolate-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/blog\/red-wine-chocolate-weekend\/","title":{"rendered":"Red Wine &#038; Chocolate Weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find Perfect Pairings for Fun with Friends or a Little Romance!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a winter wine country weekend just made for red wine and chocolate lovers! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/wine-event-red-wine-and-chocolate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Red Wine and Chocolate (opens in a new tab)\">Red Wine and Chocolate<\/a> is a delicious tradition each Presidents Day weekend. This year, it kicks off with Valentine\u2019s Day! Whether you plan a weekend for fun with friends or you\u2019re looking for a little romance, you\u2019ll find the perfect fit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"redWineLodging\">Carefully Curated Pairings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Valley wineries have been busy planning weekend packed with special tastings, carefully crafted pairings and more. Come discover your\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/wine-event-red-wine-and-chocolate\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>favorite red wine and chocolate pairing<\/strong><\/a>! Will it be port-infused brownies, s\u2019mores over fire pits, house-crafted truffles, chocolate-covered strawberries, chocolate fondue, chocolate charcuterie or specialty chocolate-covered treats from\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/events\/50783-Chukar-Cherries-Red-Wine-&amp;-Chocolate-Weekend\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Chuckar Cherries<\/strong><\/a>? Of course, you\u2019ll find more than chocolate on the calendar and on the menu! Some wineries will have live music and special happenings planned and several host food trucks or offer wine country fare such as charcuterie and other house-made bites. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<script id=\"cr-init__5367c25a5d073d37\" src=\"https:\/\/starling.crowdriff.com\/js\/crowdriff.js\" async=\"\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of the weekend\u2019s special treats include a decadent, chef-crafted chocolate truffle dessert at <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/events\/50649-Red-Wine-&amp;-Chef-Crafted-Chocolate-at-Bosma-Estate-Winery\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bosma Estate Winery<\/a><\/strong>, \u00a0or special red wine and chocolate library tasting at\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/events\/50690-Red-Wine-&amp;-Chocolate-Weekend-at-Two-Mountain-Winery\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Two Mountain Winery<\/strong><\/a>. It even includes the brand new 2021 Brothers Collection and a pour of their Vinho Vermelho port-style wine. For a special treat, try a perfectly paired Syrah flight at <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/events\/50681-Red-Wine-&amp;-Chocolate-at-Coyote-Canyon-Winery\/\" target=\"_blank\">Coyote Canyon Winery<\/a><\/strong>. Reserve your spot for a magical evening at the Evening for Love Winter Concert at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/events\/50588-Winter-Concert-Series:-An-Evening-For-Love-at-the-Sugar-Pine-Barn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Tucannon Cellars<\/a><\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s not just wineries that get in the spirit of the weekend! Gather friends for the <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/events\/50784-Galentine's-Day-Rom-Com-Trivia-Night-at-Bale-Breaker-Brewing-Company\/\" target=\"_blank\">Galentine\u2019s Rom-Com Trivia Night at Bale Breaker Brewing Company<\/a><\/strong>. How about date night at <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/events\/50499-Valentine's-Day-Adult-Prom-at-Rooted-Yakima-Valley\/\" target=\"_blank\">Rooted Yakima Valley\u2019s Valentine\u2019s Day Adult Prom<\/a><\/strong>? <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/events\/50713-Red-Wine-&amp;-Chocolate-Dessert-Pairing-at-Canyon-River-Grill\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Canyon River Grill<\/a><\/strong> is serving a special Valentine\u2019s Day menu complete with oysters and a luscious chocolate pairing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s much, much more on the calendar for this magical and delicious weekend! Some of the weekend\u2019s special events do require reservations. Check out the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/wine-event-red-wine-and-chocolate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">complete weekend lineup<\/a><\/strong> and book your spot for guided pairing experiences, winemakers dinners, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Special Lodging Offers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/legendscasino.com\/promos\/valentines-hotel-package\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Legends Casino Hotel<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0has a special package for your weekend getaway. Find special gifts waiting in your room and enjoy their dinner buffet for two with the\u00a0<strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/legendscasino.com\/promotions\/\" target=\"_blank\">Valentine\u2019s Package for Two<\/a><\/em><\/strong>. Make your romantic stay at\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/listing\/cozy-rose-inn\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Cozy Rose Inn<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0even cozier. Add a little something to your stay during booking and enjoy on arrival. Choose from the Wine, Roses and Chocolate package or the Dark Chocolate-Covered Strawberries and Champagne. For a savory treat, The Tasty Arrival package includes cheese, crackers, fruit and Champagne or local wine. Make your selections after you add your room to the reservation. The Valentine\u2019s Package at <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/p\/1AKZXx76cT\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel Y<\/a><\/strong> comes complete with rose petals on the bed! For a getaway with friends check out <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/yakima-valley-vacation-rentals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">unique vacation rentals or on-site stays at Valley wineries<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visityakima.com\/wine-event-red-wine-and-chocolate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Check out all the Yakima Valley Red Wine &amp; Chocolate winery offerings<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Find Perfect Pairings for Fun with Friends or a Little Romance! It\u2019s a winter wine country weekend just made for red wine and chocolate lovers! Red Wine and Chocolate is a delicious tradition each Presidents Day weekend. This year, it kicks off with Valentine\u2019s Day! 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