I was really looking forward to attending this event as it is not common to be sipping barrel samples. However, instead of simply sampling, I was pouring Lailey wines for Savvy Company. It was an event that changed the course of my life: Debbie and I began speaking about the position that she needed filled; a week later, I became Savvy Company's Marketing Co-ordinator and joined Debbie Trenholm's team of Savvy Sommeliers. yee-haw! but I digress ...
Here are the details I received about the Lailey Vineyards Futures tasting:
Hello wine lovers!
We are looking forward to having you drop in to tomorrow night’s Taste & Buy event featuring Lailey Vineyards of Niagara-on-the-Lake. There are many outstanding wines awaiting you to enjoy.
We’ve had an overwhelming response to this first of its kind event & have extended the hours to 5:30 to 9pm. This is an open house like format, so drop in anytime to sip, sample & order your favorite Lailey wines.
We are looking forward to having you drop in to tomorrow night’s Taste & Buy event featuring Lailey Vineyards of Niagara-on-the-Lake. There are many outstanding wines awaiting you to enjoy.
We’ve had an overwhelming response to this first of its kind event & have extended the hours to 5:30 to 9pm. This is an open house like format, so drop in anytime to sip, sample & order your favorite Lailey wines.
For handy reference the event details are:
DATE: Tuesday February 7
TIME: 5:30pm to 9pm
LOCATION: Exposure Gallery – 2nd floor at Thyme & Again Creative Catering, 1255 Wellington St W
PARKING: Ample street parking
TIME: 5:30pm to 9pm
LOCATION: Exposure Gallery – 2nd floor at Thyme & Again Creative Catering, 1255 Wellington St W
PARKING: Ample street parking
Before an event, we are always asked:
- Is there arranged seating?
ANSWER: No, this is a Try & Buy reception style event where you can sample Lailey wines while chatting with winemaker & owner Derek Barnett.
- What is the dress?
ANSWER: As you like…this is your evening. Note, that with the number of people on the guest list, it might get a little warm in the gallery!
- Will food be served?
ANSWER: We recommend to have dinner beforehand or better yet . . .come early to dine at Thyme & Again or a nearby restaurant. Artisan cheeses & homemade pates will be available.
- Are the wines available to order?
ANSWER: Definitely! Lailey will be serving their future wines (barrel samples) and offering special discounts. As well bottles of their regular portfolio wines will be opened to try. 16 wines in all.
All of us in the Savvy Team look forward to having you join us. If your plans have changed & you are not able to come please let me know. You can always order your favorite Lailey wines anytime by calling me directly on 613-SAVVYCO (728-8926).
Cheers & see you tomorrow!
-Debbie
Debbie Trenholm
Accredited Sommelier & President
Savvy Company
www.savvycompany.ca
Creative Social Experience
613.SAVVYCO (728.8926)
Cell: 613.851.1785
@savvydebbie
Skype: dtrenholm
ANSWER: No, this is a Try & Buy reception style event where you can sample Lailey wines while chatting with winemaker & owner Derek Barnett.
- What is the dress?
ANSWER: As you like…this is your evening. Note, that with the number of people on the guest list, it might get a little warm in the gallery!
- Will food be served?
ANSWER: We recommend to have dinner beforehand or better yet . . .come early to dine at Thyme & Again or a nearby restaurant. Artisan cheeses & homemade pates will be available.
- Are the wines available to order?
ANSWER: Definitely! Lailey will be serving their future wines (barrel samples) and offering special discounts. As well bottles of their regular portfolio wines will be opened to try. 16 wines in all.
All of us in the Savvy Team look forward to having you join us. If your plans have changed & you are not able to come please let me know. You can always order your favorite Lailey wines anytime by calling me directly on 613-SAVVYCO (728-8926).
Cheers & see you tomorrow!
-Debbie
Debbie Trenholm
Accredited Sommelier & President
Savvy Company
www.savvycompany.ca
Creative Social Experience
613.SAVVYCO (728.8926)
Cell: 613.851.1785
@savvydebbie
Skype: dtrenholm
and here are my pics from the event ...
2010 Vidal
2011 Sauvignon Blanc
2009 Chardonnay
2010 Chardonnay, Brickyard from tiny 3.2 acre site
2010 Pinot Noir
2009 Pinot Noir, Brickyard (small parcel of land)
2008 Meritage
2008 inUnison
Of course I could not leave without placing an order. Since I had to limit myself, I chose: 2010 Pinot Noir Old Vines, two of 2010 Syrah and 2010 Cabernet Franc. I don't know if I can wait for a "special occasion" to bust into these bottles.
Stay tuned for more futures tastings!
sit. sip. savour.
Éva Nagy - accredited sommelier & yummy food enthusiast
