Sparkling Wine production started in the 17th century in France, when a monk named Dom Pierre Perignon planted vines. Ruinart, the oldest established Champagne house, was founded in 1729 and began shipping bubbly in 1764. The style gained in popularity among French and English nobility. In 1745, Moet & Chandon became the first purveyor to a European royal court, at the court of King Louis XV. Veuve Clicquot was then founded in 1772. Among other things, Madame Clicquot invented the riddling process to remove yeast after secondary fermentation, creating the traditional method of methode champenoise. Sparkling wines have been produced in the California since the 1860s During this tour we will visit 2 different Sparkling wine wineries. You choose from Gloria Ferrer, Taittinger, Mumm, and Chandon. Visit the two best sparkling wineries in Sonoma and Napa. Have lunch in one of the restaurants in Sonoma or Napa. Visit local souvenir shops and art galleries. Enjoy scenery and architecture.
- Learn about New Orleans as you explore with a local guide
- Round-trip transfers from and to your hotel are included
- Private tour ensures flexibility and personal attention from your guide
- Price is per group of up to four people
What To Expect
Golden Gate Bridge
Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and make a stop on its northern side near the Lone Sailor Monument. Take pictures of the Bay, Bridge, and downtown San Francisco.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Sonoma
Drive through the hills and valleys of Marin and Sonoma to the first winery.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards
Visit First Winery.
Taste California Sparkling Wines, eat some appetizers and enjoy the scenery.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Napa Valley
Drive from the first winery to the second winery through the hills of Sonoma and Napa
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Domaine Carneros
Visit Domaine Carneros by Taittinger.
Taste Sparkling wines, and enjoy the beautiful chateau and surrounding views.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Sonoma Plaza
Have lunch in one of about 30 different restaurants on Historic Sonoma Square, once the Northernmost point of Mexico.
Learn the History, and visit numerous souvenir shops and art galleries.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
San Francisco
Return back to your hotel
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Include
Private transportation
2 tastings at 2 different sparkling wineries are included
Exclude
Gratuities are optional but always welcome
Lunch
Max group – 14
