An array of fine wines and spirits showcased at the Sun Wine & Food Fest Vintage Cru event, held in Mohegan Sun Casino & Resort’s Earth Ballroom during the afternoon of Jan. 28, 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. Guests paired tastes with food provided by Mezzetta, Big Rock Oyster and Cabot and enjoyed an appearance by guest celebrity chefs Rocco DiSpirito and Christian Petroni.
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- The Vintage Cru tasting welcomed guests to a unique sampling experience.
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- Celebrity Chefs Rocco DiSpirito and Christian Petroni addressing the crowd.
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- Veronica Saurett, Account Development Manager, Brescome Barton showcasing Silverado Vineyards Solo Cabernet Sauvignon.
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- Eric Penneys, Eastern Region Manager, Far Niente.
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- Christina and Jan Lawrence, Carolina Wine Brands.
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- Ian Merriss, District Manager CT & RI and Danielle Biagiotti, New England Regional Sales Manager, Duckhorn Vineyards.
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- Chris Benziger, VP Trade Relations, Benziger Family Wines and Founder, Tribute Wines.
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- James Gillies, Sales, Highland Imports showcasing Trione River Road Ranch Pinot Noir 2018.
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- Ashley Kent, Northeast Region Manager, Huneeus Vintners.
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- Melissa McLarty, Kobrand Fine Wine & Spirits highlighting Taittinger Champagne.
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- Andrew Tow, Founder, The Withers Winery showcasing The Withers Pinot Noir.
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- Jen Aczualdez, Co-owner, Aldez Organic Tequila and Aczu Gin.
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- Tony Gagliardi, Northeast Wine Brokers showcasing LangeTwins Centennial Old Vine Zinfandel.
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- Ann Marie Sgroi, Winebow highlighting Nicolás Catena Zapata Winery.
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- Mike DePasqua, State Manager and Daniella Solano, Maker’s Mark Diplomat, Maker’s Mark Distillery, Beam Suntory.
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- Elizabeth Dougherty and Phil Long, Founder and Winemaker, Longevity Wines.
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- Tony Lombardozzi, Opici Family Distributing.
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- Suzy McDonald, Brand Development Manager, House of Smith showcasing House of Smith Royal City Syrah.
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- Jeanne DuBor, Château la Clemente showcasing Château Pape Clément 2018.
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- Stefan Wich, Account Consultant, Hartley & Parker Limited, Inc., highlighting Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco 2018 and Faith Ames, Hartley & Parker Limited, Inc., showcasing M by Michael Mondavi Family.
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- Joe Bello, Northeast Regional Sales Manager, Venge Vineyards.
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- Marco Conte, Account Development Manager, Slocum & Sons showcasing Bodegas Ondarre.
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- Martin Reyes, Winemaker, Peter Paul Wines highlighting Peter Paul Champagne.
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- Carissa Michaud and Nick Conti, Owner, Greens Farms Spirit Shop.
