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Hosted by David Akiyoshi, Director of Winemaking for LangeTwins Winery

David Akiyoshi followed his father’s path to become a second-generation winemaker. His father worked as a Lab Researcher in the UC Davis Enology Department for 25 years and then he worked for Gallo Winery until he retired. David attended UC Davis originally as an engineering student, but after taking a winemaking course, he changed to major in Enology and studied the academic theory of winemaking. After graduating in 1981, he was hired by Robert Mondavi Woodbridge to eventually become the Director of Winemaking. Working with the Mondavi family and their talented winemakers, he was able to experience the world’s winemaking regions where he developed his own artistic mastery of winemaking. In the simplest of terms, his winemaking respects the variety, the vineyard and the vintage. He currently works and lives in Lodi, CA as the Director of Winemaking for LangeTwins Winery and makes eponymous wines for Naked Wines.

Expertly Curated WINE EXPERIENCES

Immerse yourself in the many flavors of Europe on one of AmaWaterways unique Wine Cruises, which let you add a unique, epicurean dimension to one of our European itineraries. Like our standard river cruises, guests have the opportunity to join tours that highlight the famous sights in each port of call. These special itineraries, however, offer guests a perfect blend of wine-related experiences and excursions in grand capitals and charming towns. You’ll taste local cuisine, discover how wine is made and, of course, partake in tastings — all at no additional cost. Whether you have a seasoned appreciation for fine wine, or simply indulge in a sip here and there, this is a wonderful way to uncork the traditions of the local culture and learn about the region you’re visiting.

About the Wine Region – The Seine River

The curvy nature of the Seine River can be disorienting when you’re in Paris. Not to worry, just remember to face downstream, so you can tell the Left Bank from the Right. Our Paris & Normandy cruise itinerary is about as romantic as it gets, beginning with views of the art-inspiring “City of Light” that morphs into lush countryside and the historic Normandy Beaches. France’s second largest waterway allows us to sample some of the country’s most renowned champagne, ciders and Calvados.

The wine variety that instantly characterizes northern France comes from the Champagne region, about 90 miles east of Paris. These sparkling varieties produce a sweet effervescence and unparalleled quality that merit exclusive classification as the one-and-only wine known as Champagne. Another specialty drink found closer to the English Channel is Calvados, which comes from Normandy’s fruit-filled orchards. Made from over 170 apple (and pear) varieties, this rustic spirit is distilled twice and barrel-aged for at least two years before bottling. The result is a liqueur bursting with mainly complex flavors.

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