NVC Estate Winery Friday Tasting Series at Napa Valley College Wine Education Center – Napa, CA

We invite you to participate in an ongoing wine-tasting series, hosted on campus. Initiated by Professor Paul Wagner and organized by Enoch Shully, the Manager of Winery, Hospitality, and Culinary Operations. Following the successful inaugural launch of the series in the summer of 2024, we are pleased to continue offering these tastings. Every Friday, a guest vintner will showcase their wines, expound upon their winemaking philosophy, and engage in discussions regarding the current challenges and triumphs of the wine industry, all within a classroom setting. This presents a remarkable opportunity to savor exceptional wines while gleaning insights from industry experts.

Participant Requirements:

Kindly bring your own glassware (preferably 4-6 glasses); spit cups will be provided. Given the limited seating capacity, purchasing tickets early is strongly encouraged. This event offers an invaluable opportunity to network with peers and alumni while enjoying some of Napa’s finest wines and promotes Napa Valley College’s strong commitment to supporting diverse communities and fostering inclusive programming throughout the region. We eagerly anticipate your attendance and the chance to share this enriching experience with you.

All attendees must be 21 or older to participate in this event. By purchasing tickets, you confirm that you are 21 or older and acknowledge responsibility for complying with all laws and regulations regarding the consumption of alcoholic beverages. A valid ID will be required to participate.

Friday’s Tasting Series Schedule for 2025:

August 2025

• Friday, August 1, 2025, 5:30–6:30 PM

Jeff Plant | Estate Winemaker, Round Pond Estate

• Friday, August 8, 2025, 5:30–6:30 PM

Cathy Corison | Proprietor & Winemaker, Corison Winery

• Friday, August 15, 2025, 5:30–6:30 PM

Brooke Shenk | Winemaker, St. Supery Estate Vineyards & Winery

• Friday, August 22, 2025, 5:30–6:30 PM

Diana Hawkins | Vintner Pope Valley Winery/Eakle Family Vineyard

• Friday, August 29, 2025, 5:30–6:30 PM

Cindy Cosco | Proprietor & Winemaker, Passaggio Wines

September 2025 (Starting September: Wine Tastings Held in NVC’s Brand-New Wine Spectator Wine Education Center)

• Friday, September 5, 2025, 5:30–6:30 PM

Jen Berman & Philliip Dube | Owner/Winemakers, North Coast Wine Co.

• Friday, September 12, 2025, 5:30–6:30 PM

Winemaker Kristen Barnhisel | J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines

• Friday, September19, 2025, 5:30-630 PM

Winemaker Marisa Taylor & General Manager, Tricia Bump Davis | Darms Lane Winery

• Friday, September 26, 2025, 5:30–6:30 PM
• Deb Becker, Owner & Winemaker | Lost Valley Ranch Wine & Owner/Winemaker Elise Nerlove, VP of Operations | Save the Family Farms

October 2025

• Friday, October 3, 2025, 5:30–6:30 PM

Julie Johnson | Proprietor & Winemaker, Tres Sabores Winery

• Friday, October 10, 2025, 5:30–6:30 PM

Director of Winemaking Pauline Lhote & Riley Sanchez, Associate Winemaker | Chandon

• Friday, October 17, 2025, 5:30–6:30 PM

Carol Shelton, President & Winemaker | Carol Shelton Wines

• Friday, October 24, 2025, 5:30–6:30 PM

Ana Diogo-Draper, Winemaker | Ana Wines

November 2025

• Friday, November 7, 2025, 5:30–6:30 PM

Marla Carroll, Winemaker | Antinori-Anica Winery

• Friday, November17, 2025, 5:30–6:30 PM

Kristin Belair, Director of Winemaking & Ashley Egelhoff, Winemaker | Honig Vineyard & Winery

• Friday, November 21, 2025, 5:30–6:30 PM

Heidi von der Mehden, Winemaker | Merry Edwards Winery

December 2025

• Friday, Dec 5, 2025, 5:30–7:30 PM

Grand Finale Celebration! More details to follow!!