Napa-Sonoma: Summer Grand Tasting – 11 Winery Celebration of Excellence
Thursday, July 9th | 5-7 PM | Wine Spectator Education Center at Napa Valley College
his isn’t just another wine tasting—it’s THE party of the summer!
Join us for an extraordinary evening where 11 of our celebrated winemakers come together for an exclusive tasting you won’t want to miss!
What makes this magical?
- Sip & Savor: Taste exceptional wines from powerhouse producers
- Meet the Makers: Get face time with the talented people who crafted these gorgeous bottles—hear their stories, their secrets, their passion
- Delicious Bites: Because great wine deserves equally delicious company
Why You’ll Love It:
Think of it as the ultimate party with your wine-loving tribe—intimate conversations, infectious laughter, and that special energy that only happens when passionate people gather to celebrate what they love.
- Ana Diago-Draper, Proprietor + Winemaker | Ana Diago-Draper Wines
- Hillary Sjolund, Director of Winemaking | Aperture
- Julie Lumgair, Proprietor + Winemaker | Art Nouveau Wines
- Stephanie Kunkel, Viticulturist + Rian Ervin, Assistant Winemaker | Chappellet
- Valentina Mendez Cortes, Assistant Viticulturist | Lambert Bridge
- Deb Becker, Proprietor + Winemaker | Lost Valley Wines
- Brown Uzoechi, Estate Sommelier | Merry Edwards
- Phillip Dube, Lead Winemaker | North Coast Wine Co. / Outerbound
- Brooke Shenk, Winemaker | St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery
- Rebekah Wineburg, Winemaker | Quintessa Winery
- Oscar Navarro, Winemaker | Napa Valley College Winery
The Details:
- $40 = WWS Napa/Sonoma members
- $60 = All other guests (everyone welcome—bring your crew!)
- SWE Conference attendees – this event is included in your 2 day registration.
Women For WineSense vintners are hosting this outstanding GRAND TASTING in conjunction with the 47th Annual Society of Wine Educators Conference and Napa Valley College. We’re bringing together acclaimed winemakers, SWE and WWS members, NVC students, alumni and our warmly welcome guests from the community.
ALL wine lovers and professionals will enjoy intimate tastings, seasonal bites and conversations that connect us through the stories behind each exceptional bottle.
RSVP HERE on WWS website
- Napa Valley College campus event parking included with your ticket
- Google Map: Search “Napa Valley College Estate Winery”
Happy to help check your membership status, join or renew:
- Call Nicole Economou: (831) 332-1727 and info@womenforwinesense.org
- Cheryl Lincoln, Director of Events, lincoln@thewinealchemist.com
- Katja Loeffleholz, Board Director of Membership: kl@dpf-law.com
- Other questions: Napa / Sonoma Chapter President, Julie Lumgair: president_napa@womenforwinesense.org
