Wine School: Napa & Sonoma: a Tale of Two Valleys

Separated only by the Mayacamas Mountains, these two legendary neighbors offer worlds of difference in every glass. While Napa Valley is the celebrated home of powerful, opulent Cabernet Sauvignon and world-class luxury, Sonoma County offers a diverse tapestry of cool-climate Pinot Noir, rugged Zinfandels, and coastal Chardonnays. Join us as we compare the "Two Valleys," exploring how geography, climate, and winemaking philosophy have shaped these icons of American wine. It’s a side-by-side journey through the heart of California’s most famous wine country! Tickets are non-refundable, but they are transferable between friends! You can view our Cancellation Policy here! Instructor Bio: Victoria Tuzet Originally from Montréal, Canada, Victoria recently relocated to the Upper Valley after several years in Southern California. A passionate traveler with a deep curiosity for wine, she plans her adventures around the world’s most celebrated wine regions whenever possible. Her wine travels have taken her through Napa and Sonoma in California; Bordeaux, the Loire Valley, Champagne, Provence, and Alsace in France; Valpolicella and the tiny towns of Tuscany in Italy; Spain’s Rioja and Cava regions; Portugal’s Douro and Porto; and even the volcanic vineyards of the Canary Islands. Victoria spent four months living in Spain, immersing herself in the local wine culture, and later worked the 2022 harvest in France’s Rhône Valley, assisting with winemaking at an organic and biodynamic estate. She holds her WSET Level 3 Award in Wine and is currently completing the WSET Diploma, with expected graduation in 2026. When she’s not talking terroir or vintages, you’ll likely find her watching documentaries, attempting to bake, or crafting between tastings.