- May 21 - 25 -- Wine Lovers Boot Camp - Basic Training
Wine Education: Do you love wine and wish you knew more about it? Whether you are planning a dinner party and don’t know which wines to serve, long to be able to choose wine with confidence at a restaurant, or simply want to try something new but are not sure where to start, this Boot Camp is for you! Culinary Institute of America, St. Helena
Fee: $2,195 Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 888-206-8425
- May 22 -- Cooking Class and Farmers Market Tour
Food Education: Cooking with Julie. We meet at Napa's farmers market to purchase our provisions, then a private tasting and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Caldo Verde Soup, Grilled Steak with Nam Pla and Salad, and Cherry Galette with Cinnamon Ice Cream. 644 1st Street, Napa
Fee: $215 Time: 8am-4pm Phone Number: 707.227.5036
- May 22 -- Marc Yaffee @ Napa Valley Opera House
Performing Arts: Adopted at birth and confused ever since, Marc takes his audiences on a comedy joyride as he explores his multi-ethnic roots and the culture clashes that fill his world. 1030 Main St., Napa
Fee: $15 Time: 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-226-7372
- Daily, by appointment -- The Art of The Blend at Franciscan
Wine Education: Some of the world’s finest wines are blends. Learn the magic that our winemakers use to create Magnificat, our proprietary blend, that each year is the highest expression of our vineyards and the vintage. In this hands-on seminar you'll play winemaker, creating your own blend with five classic Bordeaux varietals produced from our Oakville Estate vineyards. 1178 Galleron Road at Hwy 29, St. Helena
Fee: $50 Time: 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.3993
- Daily -- Sterling Vineyards Gold VIP Experience
Wine Education: Includes aerial tram, self-guided tour, complimentary tasting of five wines, A three-wine flight of our "Best of the Best" Reserve wines and a souvenir wine glass. 1111 Dunaweal Lane, Calistoga
Fee: $40 Time: M-F 10:30 a.m-4;30p.m.; Sat-Sun 10 a.m.- 5p.m. Phone Number: (707) 942.3349
- Daily, by appointment -- Sensory Evaluation at Franciscan
Wine Education: Did you know that taste is almost entirely controlled by your sense of smell? In this in-depth sensory seminar, you’ll taste and smell a variety of Franciscan wines and naturally occurring aromas, such as herbs, fruits and spices. Your host will guide you through the experience of tasting wines like a professional and identifying each wine’s signature aromas. 1178 Galleron Road at Hwy 29, Rutherford CA
Fee: $50 Time: 11 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.3993
- March 10 - October 14, 2012 -- Ancient Myths & Vineyard Light @ Mumm Napa
Exhibition: A portfolio of Africa’s undiscovered myths photo-illustrations and world-class vineyards bathed in ethereal light by photographer/artist Janis Miglavs. 8445 Silverado Trail, Rutherford CA 94573
Fee: Free Time: 10am-5pm Phone Number: (707) 967. 7700
- April 14 - September 30, 2012 -- “Birds of the World” @ Turnbull Wine Cellars
Exhibition: This exhibit of over 60 original engravings and lithographs features works by 18 of the great nature artists of the 18th and 19th Century. Centering on John James Audubon, other featured artists include Mark Catesby, George Edwards, John Gould and Alexander Wilson. 8210 St. Helena Hwy, Oakville CA 94562
Fee: $10 Tasting Fee/Gallery Admission Free Time: 10am-5pm Phone Number: (800) 887.6285
- April 28 - July 31, 2012 -- Grace Munakata Art Exhibition @ St. Supery Winery
Exhibition: St. Supéry’s Art Gallery will feature an exhibition of paintings by the prominent Northern California artist and professor of painting, Grace Munakata titled “Grace Munakata: Habitation,” this is an exclusive first showing of Munakata’s work in Napa Valley. 8440 St. Helena Hwy, St. Helena CA 95473
Fee: Free Time: 10am-5pm Phone Number: (800)942.0809 x44
- May 2 - 30, 2012 -- "The Courage To Remember: The Holocaust 1933-1945" Exhibit
Exhibition: JHSNV is hosting “Courage To Remember” at NVC Library - 40 panels detailing WWII resulting in the Holocaust of millions of lives. Created by Museum of Tolerance of the Simon Wiesenthal Center, sponsored by SNCF French National Railway, presented by Foundation for California. Open to the public. Napa Valley College Library, 1700 Napa-Vallejo Hwy 221, Bldg 1700, Napa CA 94558
Fee: Free Time: Mon-Fri 7:30am-8:45pm Phone Number: (707 )251.9092
- Saturdays & Sundays, May 5 - October 28, 2012 -- Terrazzo Summer Pairing @ Signorello Estate
Food & Wine Education: Enjoy the sweeping views of Napa Valley with our Terrazzo Summer Pairing. Guests will experience a tasting of Signorello Estate wines before choosing their preferred bottle to enjoy with a freshly made wood oven pizza with techniques taught to our chef from world champion pizzaiolo, Tony Gemignani! Appointment necessary. 4500 Silverado Trail, Napa CA 94558
Fee: $90 per couple/$75 per couple Wine Club Members Time: 12pm-4pm Phone Number: (707) 255.5990
- Weekends -- Robert Mondavi Discovery Tour
Wine Education: This 30-minute walking tour includes a viewing and discussion of the historic To Kalon Vineyard, state-of-the-art To Kalon Cellar, and barrel aging room. The tour also includes a taste of two of our signature wines. Limited to 20 guests; children welcome. No advanced reservations; available on a walk-in basis only. 7801 St. Helena Highway, 1 mile north of Oakville, CA
Fee: $15 Time: Time varies, call for more information Phone Number: (888) 766.6328 ext. 2
- Daily -- Robert Mondavi: Wine Tasting Basics
Wine Education: Start your day at the winery with a 45-minute tasting led by one of our renowned Wine Educators. Learn how to read wine labels, why we swirl wine in the glass, and how to smell, taste and describe wine. Limited to 15 guests. 7801 St. Helena Highway, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
Fee: $15 Time: 10 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328 ext. 2
- Daily, by appointment -- Reserve Wine Tasting at Black Stallion Winery
Wine Education: Reserve Wine Tastings include four wines: Our current release Cabernet Sauvignon along with our top three reserve wines, including two vintages of our Bucephalus Red Blend! 4089 Silverado Trail, Napa
Fee: $10-$30 Time: By appointment Phone Number: (707).227.3255
- Daily -- Taste of Beringer Tour
Historic, Wine Education: Learn about Beringer wines and vines. You’ll first explore our demonstration vineyard and then visit the Old Stone Winery and wine-aging tunnels while sipping wine. During the tour you will taste wines paired with delicious bites as we teach you about the Napa Valley and show you how to taste wine like a professional. Must be 21 or older to attend. Reservations recommended. 2000 Main Street, St. Helena CA 94574
Fee: $40 + sales tax per person Time: 10:30am, 1pm & 3:30pm Phone Number: 707-967-4412
- Daily -- Introduction to Beringer Tour
Historic, Wine Education: We welcome guests of all ages on this tour. This historic tour guides you through the Old Stone Winery and wine-aging tunnels, highlighting Beringer’s long history and commitment to quality. Reservations recommended. 2000 Main Street, St. Helena CA 94574
Fee: $25/Under 21 free when accompanied by an adult Time: 11am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2pm, 3pm 3:30pm & 4pm Phone Number: 707-963-8989
- Daily -- Taste Wines 'Off The Grid' @ Back Room Wines
Wine Education: Enjoy a flight of five local wines from wineries without tasting rooms. Back Room selects from their inventory of hard-to-get local wines for the "Off The Grid" flight. Whites and reds, all delicious and unique. Off the Grid Wines on sale for 10% discount. Tasting fee waived with $100 purchase. 1000 Main Street, Downtown Napa CA 94559
Fee: $10 Time: Mon-Sat 10am-7pm/Sun 12pm-7pm Phone Number: 707-226-1378
- Every Night -- Live Music & Dancing @ Calistoga Inn
Live Music: The Calistoga Inn Restaurant & Brewery has Open Mic Night every Wednesday night from 8:30pm to midnight. Jazz on the Patio every night during the high season with live jazz guitar. Dancing every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night with live DJ's from 9pm-1am. 1250 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga CA 94515
Fee: Free or small cover Time: Varies Phone Number: 707-942-4101
- Daily -- Wine & Cheese Pairing @ CIA at Greystone
Food & Wine Education: The newest offering guides through three wines and three cheeses partnered with suitable condiments one might find on a cheese tray. Enjoy this video presentation as Chef Bill Briwa & Sommelier Traci Dutton guide you through this tasty experience. Must be 21 years or older to enjoy this experience. 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA 94574
Fee: $15 Time: Held at the bottom of each hour 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 888-424-2433
- Daily -- Oleoteca® Villa Campestri @ CIA at Greystone
Food Education: Learn about Super-premium olive oil and taste how they can enhance almost any dish. Three oils will be tasted alone and with different food components in this tasting. All oils are available for purchase now, bottled to order in a 250ml size. 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA 95474
Fee: $15 Time: 11am, 3pm & 5pm Phone Number: 888-424-2433
- Daily -- The Chocolate Experience @ CIA at Greystone
Food Education: You know you like chocolate, but do you know how it is grown? What makes some chocolate taste better than others? What "couverture" means? Learn this and more on this 15 minute video-guided presentation with Chef Instructor Stephen Durfee. 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA 94574
Fee: $10 Time: 1pm & 4pm Phone Number: 888-424-2433
- Daily -- Calibrate Your Palate @ CIA at Greystone
Food Education: Ever wonder how chefs get flavors balanced just right? How to find the perfect balance of sweet, salty, sour & bitter? Spend 15 minutes tasting and learning during our video-guided presentation with Chef Instructor Toni Sakaguchi. 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA 94574
Fee: $10 Time: 12pm & 2pm Phone Number: 888-424-2433
- Daily, by appointment -- The Wine & Cheese Experience at Merryvale
Wine & Food Education: Join us for this journey into the joys of cheese and wine featuring five hand selected cheeses, charcuterie, and five Merryvale wines. Discover the differences with each pairing and understand why these cheeses are paired with specific varietals. 1000 Main Street, St. Helena
Fee: $45 Time: Call for information Phone Number: 707-968-3431
- Daily, by appointment -- Robert Mondavi Exclusive Cellar Tasting
Food & Wine Education: Spend a quiet hour with a Wine Educator tasting a variety of limited production, reserve and older vintage wines in an exclusive private setting. This luxurious experience begins with a brief tour of the inner workings of the winery and concludes with a decadent tasting that also includes a hand selected artisanal cheese and charcuterie selection. Advance reservations required, limited to 10 guests. 7801 St Helena Hwy, Oakville CA 94562
Fee: $55 per person Time: 11am & 2pm Phone Number: 888-766-6328 x2
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