– Start your weekend with a bespoke in-home dining experience for 10 guests featuring premier chefs and your choice of vintner. Includes all food, beverages and wines, with full setup and cleanup on Thursday, March 26th
– Exclusive front-row table for ten at Yachty by Nature, with caviar service and dedicated, private waitstaff
– Two vintners of your choice to personally join your table and share their wines
– Customized place cards and luxury gift bags for you and your table guests
– VIP early access to the Grand Tasting
– Special acknowledgment during the event program and announcements
– Company logo and/or family name on the Southern Smoke Foundation website and printed event program
– Exclusive invitation to Friday night talent Welcome Party
Welcome aboard S.S. Decanted: Yachty by Nature—a high-seas–inspired vintner tasting reception and auction where indulgence meets impact. Chaired by Chuck and Vanessa Ames, this signature evening returns in a beautiful new location, bringing together an extraordinary lineup of world-class vintners and all of Houston’s recently awarded Michelin-starred chefs.
Set sail on a night of exceptional wines, elevated bites, and effortless luxury, all underscored by the smooth sounds of Yacht Rock and classic Hip Hop. Sip your way through an expertly curated tasting reception presented by Lexus, then take your seat for a high-energy live auction—paddle up for a cause that fuels the heart of the food and beverage community, benefiting Southern Smoke Foundation.
Rally your crew, don your captain’s hat, and join us March 28 for an unforgettable evening celebrating community, generosity, and the power of giving back.
