Enjoy a leisurely start, as we head just north of Sonoma to explore the quaint and scenic towns of Glen Ellen and Kenwood, along the Valley of the Moon Highway. Loxton Cellars is our first stop where we explore the Syrah varietal in great depth. A picnic lunch is provided, before a guided walking visit to scenic Quarryhill Botanical Gardens, 21 acres of diverse Asian flora. If you’ve ever wanted to become your own winemaker, today is your chance. Chateau St. Jean is our host for a private blending seminar. You’ll spend 2 hours sipping and swirling 5 of their flagship Bordeaux wines and mixing these to create the perfect blend – perfect to you at least! See how your blend compares to those of fellow travellers. Tonight we have a hands-on experience at the Ramekins Cooking School for a private wine-pairing cooking class. Professional cooking instructors and wine educators will show you how to create innovative food dishes, paired with unique wines from the local region. A 3-course dinner concludes our evening. (BB, L, HD)