An array of fine wines and spirits showcased at the Sun Wine & Food Fest Vintage Cru event, held in Mohegan Sun’s Earth Ballroom during the afternoon of Jan. 30, offered guests a more intimate tasting experience as part of the weekend’s festivities. Supplier and wholesaler sales representatives, as well as winemakers and distillers, poured selections, shared brand stories and provided education to guests, who paired tastes with food provided by Mazzetta, Big Rock Oyster and Cabot. The event included the opportunity to purchase favorite bottles from the tasting for shipment directly to the homes of any buying guests, as well as iGourmet gift cards presented at the conclusion of the event.
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The Vintage Cru event is billed as a “best-of-the-best” tasting and a chance to enjoy one-on-ones with winemakers.
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Veronica Sauret, Account Development Manager, Brescome Barton pouring Château Ste. Michelle Ethos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.
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Michele Elliott and Tracy Barrette, Sales Representative, Hartley & Parker Limited, Inc., highlighting Robert Mondavi The Estates Cabernet Sauvignon.
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Jim Boyrer, Greens Farms Spirit Shop and Ian Merriss, District Manager CT & RI, The Duckhorn Portfolio.
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Terry O’Connor, Connecticut Distributors, Inc., with wines from The Spire Collection, including Arcanum Il Fauno di Arcanum.
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Brie Anna Williams, Lange Twins Winery & Vineyard discussing a selection with a guest.
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Stacy Gorman, The Withers Winery.
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Paul Burne, Slocum & Sons showcasing Chanin Los Alamos Vineyard Chardonnay.
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Aaron Taylor, Slocum & Sons highlighting Faust The Pact Cabernet Sauvignon.
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Ann Marie Sgroi, Catena Winery showcasing Catina Zapata Argentino Malbec.
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Mary Bellando, Elizabeth Chambers Cellars highlighting Elizabeth Chambers Lazy River Pinot Noir.
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Jordon Ross, Kobrand showcasing Bodega Norton Malbec Cabernet Franc Lote Negro.
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Jean-Paul Destruge, Worldwide Wines, highlighting Merry Edwards Russian River Valley Pinot Noir.
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Joe Bello, Northeast Regional Sales Manager, Venge Winery pouring Venge Oakville Reserve Cabernet for a guest.
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Tony Lombardozzi, Winebow showcasing Bodegas Alto Moncayo Garnacha.
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Mark Raymond, Carolina Wine Imports highlighting Le Ragose Amarone Valpolicella.
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Nick Conti, Owner, Greens Farms Spirit Shop showcasing Taconic Rye, Taconic Bourbon, Sagamore Rye, Kaiyo Japanese Whisky and Rebel Cask Strength Bourbon.
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Nicole Lartigau, Groth Wine Estate.
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Shaheen Marcello, Regal Wine Imports.
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All from Beam Suntory, Inc., except where indicated: Kristy Dean, Beacon Brands Solutions; Mike DePasqua, Connecticut State Manager; Harrison Love, Connecticut Territory Manager; Tim Heuisler, American Whiskey Ambassador; Chelsea Melvin, Maker’s Mark & Single Malt Scotch Associate Brand Manager; and Gardner Dunn, House of Suntory Senior Brand Ambassador.
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Abby Van Slyck pouring Napa Valley’s Keenan Winery selections.
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Chef Aaron Sanchez; Martin R. Reyes, Master of Wine, Peter Paul Wines; and Chef Rocco DiSpirito.
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David Stirling, Arbikie Farm & Distillery.
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Brand Ambassador Kristy Dean, showcasing El Tesoro Paradiso Extra Añejo Tequila.