Spotlight on Wine

By Stacey Zable

Spotlight on Wine

By Stacey Zable

Set sail on a Regent Seven Seas Cruises themed voyage.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has curated a set of immersive voyages designed just for wine enthusiasts. These four themed 2027 departures invite experts on board to share their personal stories as wine production leaders through seminars, guided wine tastings, and special dinners with wine pairings. Optional excursions encourage further discovery including wine tastings and winery visits.

Spotlight on Wine with Foley Family Wines & Spirits

The Itinerary: 10 nights on Seven Seas Voyager from Rome to Barcelona: March 24, 2027

The Hosts: Get a glimpse into the world of Napa’s Foley Family Wines & Spirits when Vice President of Winemaking Mari Wells Coyle and Managing Director, International Jay Gifford share their knowledge and stories. Coyle boasts more than 20 years of California wine country experience. Gifford leads the company’s global sales and international market expansion for its premium wine and spirits.

The Experiences: Attend winemaking lectures, Q&A sessions, and intimate conversations with Coyle and Gifford that explore winemaking as both an art and business. Discover more about the Foley Family portfolio, which not only includes wineries, but also spirits, hotels, restaurants, and sports franchises. Enjoy guided tastings featuring a selection from the company’s portfolio, including Silverado, Chalk Hill, Ferrari-Carano, and Merus.

Spotlight on Wine with Mercante Wine Merchants

The Itinerary: 8 nights on Seven Seas Grandeur from Rome to Venice: July 11, 2027

The Hosts: James Mercante recounts his fascinating journey from retired U.S. Navy Captain and maritime attorney to founder of Mercante Wine Merchants, inspired by generations of family winemaking traditions. Learn how James and his wife Annie returned to his ancestral home in Puglia, Italy, to find truly special vineyards.

The Experiences: Mercante offers Italian wine education seminars that delve into the traditions of Italy’s wine-making regions including Puglia and Tuscany. He discusses his own seafaring path, Italian heritage, and his knowledge about and the culture of wine. Mercante takes guests through tastings of premium Italian wines from his company’s own portfolio, sharing backstories about the families and regions that connect them. Onboard dining events pair Mercante wines with regional Italian cuisine, while you can find out more about Italian food and wine traditions.

Spotlight on Wine with Palmaz Vineyards

The Itinerary: 14 nights on Seven Seas Splendor from Copenhagen to London (Southampton): July 11, 2027

The Hosts: Discover more about Napa Valley’s Palmaz Vineyards from Jessica Palmaz, Chief Marketing Officer, and Florencia Palmaz, CEO and co-founder. Jessica, who lives on the Palmaz estate with her family, oversees the winery’s day-to-day operations, and plays an instrumental part in the hospitality and guest experience. Florencia, who is also President of the GoodHeart Brand Specialty Foods, is the creative force behind the Palmaz brand, including directing the culinary program.

The Experiences: Seminars for guests focus on estate winemaking including discussing Palmaz Vineyard’s sustainable vineyard practices and use of technology in the production process. Also join Jessica and Florencia for intimate conversations about their family’s story. Guided tastings feature selections from Palmaz Vineyards’ portfolio with Jessica and Florencia offering details on the vintages. Onboard dining events with Palmaz wines reflect Florencia’s culinary philosophy.

Spotlight on Wine with Honig Vineyard & Winery

The Itinerary: 11 nights on Seven Seas Voyager from Rome to Barcelona: Oct. 11, 2027

The Hosts: Join Napa Valley’s Honig Vineyard & Winery Director of Sales Steven Honig as he tells his stories about the family-owned company that started as a small “garage” winery.

The Experiences: Honig’s onboard wine seminars explore sustainable winemaking practices and the history of Napa Valley wines. Wine tasting with Honig features his vineyard’s top vintages, including its flagship Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon.

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