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September 2021
Distinguished Reds from Around the Globe with Andrew McNamara, M.S. **SOLD OUT**
Andy is a partner and President of ACE Wine and Spirits, LLC., a full-service beverage alcohol importer and distributor. He utilizes his 18+ years of experience in multiple facets of the beverage alcohol industry to provide exceptional hospitality and service to producers, suppliers and customers. Prior to helping found ACE, Andy spent eleven years as the Vice President of Wine Development and Master Sommelier for Breakthru Beverage Group. He ran the Fine Wine Team and Augustan Wine Imports in Florida.…
Find out more »Italian Wine and Cheese Pairing with Giancarlo Russo **SOLD OUT**
Giancarlo Russo has a broad professional career in strategic marketing and sales, education, and, of course, food and wine. He has been a Master Cheese Taster since 2000 ( ONAF-National Organization of Cheese Tasters), and an instructor for master taster courses, as well as a judge for international cheese championships. Giancarlo has been a professor of both undergrad and graduate students at the Insituto Lorenzo de'Medici in Firenze, and Università Gastronomica di Pollenzo UNISG (Slow Food), in Pollenzo, Italy, teaching…
Find out more »October 2021
A Taste of Laurel Glen Vineyard, with Managing Partner, Bettina Sichel
In 2011, Bettina Sichel became the steward of Laurel Glen Vineyard after purchasing the iconic estate from founder Patrick Campbell in partnership with a small group of wine lovers. Once considered one of the great Cabernets of California, the next chapter of Bettina’s career has been dedicated to rebuilding the quality and reputation of Laurel Glen Vineyard. Bettina has over 25 years experience in sales and marketing in the wine business. She has launched, re-launched and built many brands. She…
Find out more »An Evening with Regina Sanz, Senior Estate Director for Kosta Browne
Regina Sanz has an inquisitive nature and obsession with quality winemaking. She brings a dynamic approach to all aspects of her work, through innovative marketing programs, engaging customer experiences, modern hospitality, and thoughtful trade partnerships in the wine industry. Thanks to her California upbringing, appetite for world travel, and Spanish heritage, Sanz has a rich cultural background in wine and food. She began her wine career working as a Sommelier in the fine dining restaurant industry in San Diego, California,…
Find out more »A Global Wine Tour with Lisa Giufre, Senior Vice President, Director of Marketing for Broadbent Selections
Lisa found her way into wine in 2001 in Washington DC. Post college, but not quite into a career, she started working in a DC wine shop because she found the best part of funding college as a bartender and a server was talking about wine. Fast forward to 2011, Lisa joined Broadbent Selections, Inc. as the mid-Atlantic Regional Manager. BSI is a Richmond, VA based importer. Their philosophy is simple: To represent wines that gratify not just the palate,…
Find out more »Clink Different – Wines from Bordeaux and Germany
You might think these two regions are different but look more closely and you’ll discover fascinating parallels. They share history, amazing landscapes, culture, culinary passions and a modern outlook on the wine traditions of old. There is more to these renowned regions than meets the eye. Delicious white wines from Bordeaux. Stunning sparkling and red wines from Germany. Explore surprising styles, discover unparalleled wine-sipping destinations and dive into our culinary culture. Challenge your perceptions (and your palettes). Join our own…
Find out more »Clink Different – Wines from Bordeaux and Germany
You might think these two regions are different but look more closely and you’ll discover fascinating parallels. They share history, amazing landscapes, culture, culinary passions and a modern outlook on the wine traditions of old. There is more to these renowned regions than meets the eye. Delicious white wines from Bordeaux. Stunning sparkling and red wines from Germany. Explore surprising styles, discover unparalleled wine-sipping destinations and dive into our culinary culture. Challenge your perceptions (and your palettes). Join our own…
Find out more »November 2021
An Evening with Stephanie Honig, Director of Sales and Communications for Honig Vineyard and Winery
Stephanie Honig was born in Havertown, Pennsylvania. When she was six years old, she moved with her family to Buenos Aires, Argentina. Stephanie moved to Florida in 1994, where she attended Florida International University, graduating in 1997 with a Bachelor’s degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management. While attending FIU she also spent time in Europe, studying at the Oxford Brookes University in England. She then moved to Philadelphia and worked as a Sales Manager for Marriott Corporation. In 2000, she…
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