NVC Estate Winery Friday Tasting Series

Educational wine tastings, featuring selections from top wineries, led by expert vintners in a classroom setting: NVC Wine Education Center.

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 2026:

March 2026

• Friday, March 6, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Michaela Rodeno| Owner/Winemaker, Villa Ragazzi Winery

• Friday, March 13, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Stuart Spencer| Winemaker, Woodbridge Winegrape Commission, Lodi, Ca

• Friday, March 20, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Susan Idell| Owner/Winemaker, Idell Family Vineyards

• Friday, March 27, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

MaryAnn Worobiec | Senior Editor, Napa/Bureau Chief, Wine Spectator

April 2026

• Friday, April 10, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Lisa Bishop Forbes| Winemaker, Lisa Bishop Forbes Wines (A Behind-the-Scenes Series with Women for Wine Sense)

• Friday, April 17, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Sandi Belcher| Winemaker, Arns Winery (A Behind-the-Scenes Series with Women for Wine Sense)

• Friday, April 24, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Alaina Velasquez| Research Manager, Opus One Winery

May 2026

• Friday, May 1, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Carmel Greenberg| Winemaker, Clos du Val Winery (A Behind-the-Scenes Series with Women for Wine Sense)

• Friday, May 15, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Elizabeth Vienna & Laura Orozco| Winemakers, Chimney Rock Winery (A Behind-the-Scenes Series with Women for Wine Sense)

• Friday, May 22, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Paul Wagner| McPherson Distinguished Teacher, Napa Valley College, Early Mountain Vineyards, Wines of Virginia

June 2026

• Friday, June 12, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Lise Asimont| Winemaker, Dot Wines (A Behind-the-Scenes Series with Women for Wine Sense)

• Friday, June 19, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Aaron Ridgeway| Regional General Manager of Americas for Wine Australia

• Friday, June 26, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Hillary Sjolund| Director of Winemaking, Aperture Cellar (A Behind-the-Scenes Series with Women for Wine Sense)

August 2026

• Friday, August 7, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Kevin Andre| North America Sales Director, Diam Boughage

• Friday, August 21, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Priyanka Dhar French| Director of Winemaking, Napa Wine Company (A Behind-the-Scenes Series with Women for Wine Sense)

• Friday, August 28, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Julie Lumgair | Winemaker, Art Nouveau (A Behind-the-Scenes Series with Women for Wine Sense)

September 2026

• Friday, September 4, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Ellie Anest| CEO & Founder, Eleven Eleven Winery

• Friday, September 11, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Phillip Anderson| General Manager of Le Vigne Winery, Paso Robles

• Friday, September 18, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Evyn Cmeron| Winemaker, Une Femme Wine (A Behind-the-Scenes Series with Women for Wine Sense)

October 2026

• Friday, October 2, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Jessica Link| President, Davis Family Estates and Linked Vineyards (A Behind-the-Scenes Series with Women for Wine Sense)

November 2026

• Friday, November 13, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Nova Cadamatre| Winemaker (MW), Nova Cadamatre Wines (A Behind-the-Scenes Series with Women for Wine Sense)

• Friday, November 20, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Alicia Sylvester| Winemaker, Frank Family Vineyards (A Behind-the-Scenes Series with Women for Wine Sense)

December 2026

• Friday, December 4, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Toshio Ueno| Master of Sake Master Sake Sommelier , Shochu Meister

• Friday, December 11, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Women for WineSense/ NVC Grand Finale