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.

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 Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

• Friday, May 8, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Josh Widaman| Winemaker, Pine Ridge Winery

• Friday, May 15, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Elizabeth Vienna & Laura Orozco| Winemakers, Chimney Rock Winery (A Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

• Friday, May 22, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

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

• Friday, May 29, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Lisa Stavropoulos| Wine Marketing Strategist, Greek Grape Tours, (A Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

June 2026

• Friday, June 5, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Glycine Jiang| Winemaker & Research & Development Specialist-Cooperages 1912. (A Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

• 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

Lise Asimont| Winemaker, Dot Winesr (A Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

July 2026

• Friday, July 9, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

"Society of Wine Educators Grand Tasting"- All are welcome | Napa Valley College Faculty and Staff (NVC Estate Wines club release)(A Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

• Ana Diago-Draper Proprietor + Winemaker | Ana Diago-Draper Wines
• Hillary Sjolund Director of Winemaking | Aperture
• Julie Lumgair Proprietor + Winemaker | Art Nouveau Wines
• Stephanie Krunkel, 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

August 2026

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

Kevin Andre| North America Sales Director, Diam Boughage

• Friday, August 14, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Hillary Sjolund| Director of Winemaking, Aperture Cellar (A Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

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

Priyanka Dhar French| Director of Winemaking, Napa Wine Company (A Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

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

Julie Lumgair | Winemaker, Art Nouveau (A Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

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 Cameron| Winemaker, Une Femme Wine (A Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

• Friday, September 25, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Caleb Mosley| Executive Director, Caleb Mosley, Napa Valley Grapegrowers (A Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

October 2026

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

Jessica Link| President, Davis Family Estates and Linked Vineyards (A Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

• Friday, October 9, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Galen Torneby| Proprietor/Winemaker, Tumult Wines

• Friday, October 16, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Kevin Holt & Ann Pope| Winemaker, Bartholomew Estate, Winery and Vineyards (A Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

• Friday, Octoberber 23, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM

Glenn Salva| Winemaker, Antinori Napa Valley, (Chianti Classico)

November 2026

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

Cameron Frey| President of Winemaking and Lyida Cummins| VP of Winemaking, Ramey Wine Cellars(A Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

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

Nova Cadamatre| Winemaker (MW), Nova Cadamatre Wines (A Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

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

Alicia Sylvester| Winemaker, Frank Family Vineyards (A Vines and Voices Series with Women For WineSense)

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, 4:30–7:30 PM

Women for WineSense/ NVC Grand Finale Featuring 10+ Women for WineSense Vintners + Napa Valley College Winery