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Dr. John Volpe – Terroir Scholar & Loire Valley Expert

Dr. John Volpe

Dr. John Volpe is an internationally recognized terroir scholar and passionate expert on the Loire Valley. As a professor at the University of Victoria, he brings together science, history, and a deep love of wine to create truly unique educational travel experiences.

With years of research and countless visits to the region, Dr. Volpe offers guests rare insight into the complex relationship between land, climate, culture, and wine — all delivered with his signature warmth and Canadian good humour.