‘MEET THE WINEMAKER’ WITH NORWEGIAN
Norwegian Cruise Line has introduced an array of upcoming cruise offerings for new and experienced cruisers alike, including a “Meet the Winemaker” series, three- and four-day cruises to the Bahamas and special Spring Break sailings. The Meet the Winemaker series calls on all wine enthusiasts and foodies. Pairing destinations with world-class vintages and gourmet cuisine, the series offers guests an exclusive opportunity to engage with trailblazing winemakers, sommeliers and other industry experts through open-forum discussions, meet-and-greets, intimate wine tastings and wine-paired dinners in The Cellars, a Michael Mondavi Family Wine Bar available on Norwegian Joy, Bliss, Dawn and the soon-to-debut Encore.
The 2019 season includes the first female Master Sommelier and three-time James Beard Award winner, Andrea Robinson, along with accomplished experts including Gerard Bertrand of Languedoc Roussillon; Bob Bertheau of Chateau Ste. Michelle; Juan Munoz of Columbia Crest; and more.
Meet the Winemaker schedule:
Nov. 24, 2019 – Norwegian Joy (Los Angeles – Mexican Riviera): Juan Munoz Oca, head winemaker at Columbia Crest.
Dec. 1, 2019 – Norwegian Encore (Miami – Eastern Caribbean): Rob Mondavi Jr., son of Isabel and Michael Mondavi and a fourth-generation Napa Valley winemaker.
Jan. 4, 2020 – Norwegian Escape (Miami – Western Caribbean): Master Sommelier Andrea Robinson.
Jan. 26, 2020 – Norwegian Encore (Miami – Eastern Caribbean): Jacques Lardiere, French winemaker recognized for Maison Louis Jadot Wines.
Feb. 16, 2020 – Norwegian Encore (Miami – Eastern Caribbean): Gerard Bertrand, renowned vintner of Languedoc-Roussillon.
Feb. 20, 2020 – Norwegian Dawn (Tampa – Western Caribbean): Master Sommelier Andrea Robinson and celebrity Chef J.J. Johnson.
