Spring has sprung, and we're celebrating with the release of our newest wines! Join us for Spring Release Weekend at Woodward Canyon for an exclusive taste of our latest vintages, many available only at the winery.

Here's what you can expect:

• Be the first to sip: Sample our highly anticipated new releases and discover your new favorite wine.
• Meet the makers: Chat with our passionate team and learn about the inspiration and craft behind each bottle.
• Exclusive access: Enjoy wines you won't find anywhere else – these limited releases are exclusively available at the winery during Spring Release Weekend.

Special Events:

• Delicious eats: Grab a bite from the Where's There's Food Eat It food truck! They'll be onsite Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 3 pm.
• Local treasures: Find the perfect Mother's Day gift at Crockett Road Lavender Farm's pop-up shop, available both Friday and Saturday.

Tasting Details:

• No reservations are required.
• Tasting fee: $25 (waived with a $50+ purchase).
• Complimentary tasting for Crest Club members.

Featured Spring Release Lineup:

• Coming Soon!

Don't miss this chance to experience the best of spring at Woodward Canyon. We can't wait to raise a glass with you!

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Woodward Canyon's Rick and Darcey Small on a luxurious 8-day river cruise from Burgundy to Provence. Follow in the footsteps of Van Gogh, Cézanne, and Gauguin on this exquisite journey through southern France. Come aboard and enjoy Uniworld's boutique river cruise experience! 

Cruise the Rhône and Saône rivers, enjoying the region’s incomparable wine and cuisine and discovering its many treasures. Stroll the very streets of Arles made famous by Van Gogh. Visit Avignon’s majestic Palace of the Popes. Experience “Village Day” in enchanting Viviers. And for those who wish for a more active exploration of the area, you can hike the vineyards of the Rhône and pedal through Lyon, a city designed with bike riders in mind. Explore unforgettable “Burgundy & Provence” where tradition is as deeply rooted as the historic grapevines on the hills.

While on board the ship, Rick and Darcey look forward to sharing hand-picked wines from our extensive library during private wine events, including a welcome reception, tasting and hosted dinners.  

Don't miss this exclusive opportunity! Book your spot today by contacting Amy Olmsted of Ultimate Travels at 714-345-9293 or visit https://traveljoy.com/bookings/uGSBLE7WVEwurEEZZhDQQWbE. 

We hope to set sail with you in October 2025!

Wine Program Highlights

• 8-day luxury cruise hosted by Woodward Canyon's Founding Owners, Rick Small and Darcey Fugman-Small
• Onboard wine education program featuring incomparable Woodward Canyon wines
• Private shipboard events including, seminar & wine tasting and group dinners
• Optional pre-cruise or post-cruise extensions
• Uniworld’s complimentary shore excursions in every port
• Unlimited beverages including wine, beer and spirits
• $150 per person onboard credit 
• $100 savings per person for River Heritage Club (previous Uniworld Cruisers)

What's included in this trip:

• 7 Nights Cruising
• 6 Days of Included Excursions
• 4 UNESCO Heritage Sites 
• 19 Meals (including 1 Welcome Dinner and 1 Farewell Dinner)
• All gratuities onboard
• All scheduled airport transfers
• Choice of excursions curated exclusively for Uniworld guests
• Unlimited choice of premium spirits and wines
• Masterfully prepared fine dining
• Outstanding service and special in-room pampering
• Elegant and well-appointed riverview suites
• Multitude of wellness opportunities
• Shipwide internet and Wi-Fi access

2025 Itinerary aboard Uniworld’s S.S. Catherine

Day 1 | Lyon                                                Embark
Day 2 | Lyon                                                Take a Lyon panoramic tour with Traboules visit
Day 3 | Macon (Beaune)                             Burgundy landscapes, Beaune, and the Hospices
Day 4 | Tain - l’Hermitage                            Hike the terraced vineyards of Hermitage for a wine-tasting
Day 5 | Viviers                                             Ardeches Village Day
Day 6 | Avignon                                           Visit the impressive Palace of the Popes
Day 7 | Arles                                                Stroll by medieval houses and ancient ruins in Arles
Day 8 | Arles                                                Disembark (transfer to Marseille airport)

Unveiling the magic of southern France! Click here to step aboard the S.S. Catherine.