Sparkling Wine production started in the 17th century in France, when a monk named Dom Pierre Pérignon 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, Moët & 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 méthode 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.
6 people Lincoln Navigator
Pickup included
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.
Drive through the hills and valleys of Marin and Sonoma to the first winery.
Visit First Winery. Taste California Sparkling Wines, eat some appetizers and enjoy the scenery.
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
We will call you in advance to discuss the pickup details. We will tell you exactly where our car will be and we will provide you the phone number of the driver.
Just say your name to the driver