About us

Meet John Blust, owner and guide.

Cuvée Wine Tours is a veteran-owned business John launched in 2017 to share the wine country he calls home, with the experience and connections to build a day just for you.

A cluster of dark wine grapes held above harvest bins filled with picked grapes from John Blust's backyard vineyard
Harvest from John’s backyard vineyard
A ripe cluster of dark wine grapes hanging among green leaves on the vine
Wine grapes on the vine

His story

From Wisconsin to West County.

Originally born in Wisconsin, John has called Sonoma County home for more than three decades. For him, the wine industry isn’t just a business; it’s his passion. He grows Syrah grapes and a variety of fruit trees on his West County property, and he enjoys making wine at home.

With a love for wine country, John greatly enjoys showing off the region he lives in. He’ll work with you to plan your day and answer any questions you have about wine, lodging or cuisine.

Asked for a favorite winery

“All of the wines in the region are good or great, so it’s about the people and the property that make a winery an experience you’ll remember forever.”

Cuvée Wine Tours

Why book with Cuvée

Built on experience and connections.

A stress-free process

You’ve got enough on your plate. Tell us what you want, and we’ll take care of the rest, from the itinerary to the reservations.

Drivers you’ll love

Our drivers are local wine country natives who know the industry and the region well. If you’ve got a question, ask away. They love a good conversation.

Best-in-class transportation

Lincoln SUVs and Mercedes Sprinter vans. Select the vehicle that suits your group and enjoy the day in comfort and style.

Insider access

John’s connections at sought-after wineries make room for special requests, from barrel tastings to private tastings that are otherwise impossible to get.

In guests’ words

What it’s like to tour with John.

“…from the moment I spoke to John he knew what I was looking for.”

LoveCorona

“He is very friendly and thoroughly knowledgeable of the wide variety of Sonoma wines and wineries, taking us to some great places throughout the area.”

scowalt

“He has great relationships with local wineries to provide his clients with the best experience in the valley.”

Tatyana Sturm, on Google Reviews

Talk wine with John.

Tell him what you like to drink and where you’re staying. He’ll take it from there.

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