The Boston Wine Expo is an event I look forward to very much – I’m hooked. The media / blogger wine and food tasting preview event is fun in a different way. The evening is much more intimate than the actual expo. Plus, I get to leave work early and meet up with my sister for dinner before the tasting!
Tickets are now on sale at the early bird prices. The discount period ends Nov 30 ! Here’s a link for tickets. http://j.mp/bwe15tix
One of the first people we got to chat with was Marianna Accomando, VP of Sales and Assistant GM of the Seaport Hotel. She was a refreshing ball of energy, telling us all about the seminars and special happenings at the Expo. She was very passionate about living and working in Boston while we snacked on some of the yummy passed hors d’oeuvres. We are still trying to figure out which will be best to attend !
This year I was looking forward to seeing blogger, Boston Brittany again. I met Brittany last year at this event and have stalked her via social media ever since. We were introduced to her friend, Anastasia; two top-notch ladies. We should be able to meet up again at the expo this year but also made a wine induced pact to meet up at some point in 2015 that does not involve wine… well maybe not “no wine” but you know, something outside of the expo. Can’t wait to see them again!
I had the opportunity to meet another blogger in person, @HeyRatty and Amy, aka, Mrs. Hey Ratty! I’ve also stalked them online for over a year. I had a “Hey, I follow him on Instagram!” sighting at the expo last year but was a bit too unsure of the creepy stalker encounter moment and did not introduce myself… This year I came with much more confidence and was literally face to face with Amy!! I just blurted out “Hey, I know you! You’re InstaFamous!” …or something to that effect. OMG… The rest is history – hugs and another successful InstaConnection. I loved meeting them in real life.
Ok, since you are really just here for wine and not social chatter… I should probably mention the favorites of mine/ours. There are only a handful of top vendors in attendance which makes tasting much more fun.
Every table had a human or two and at least one wine we enjoyed very much! I am not very good at being descriptive… these are the wines that made me say “Oooh, I like that one!” and marked a star on my tasting list, in no particular order….
Rutherford Wine
Predator “Old Vine Zinfindel” First Sip — Ladybug bottle; very smooth taste – with a strong aftertaste.
http://www.rutherfordwine.com/trade/predator
Codorniu Anna de Codorniu Cava Brut Rose; definitely the most sophisticated Rose I’ve ever tasted. Smooth, refreshing and made me want more.
http://www.codorniu.com/en/cavas/anna-de-codorniu/7
90+ Cellars – We missed Brett this year, but truly 90+ Cellars as a brand and it’s representatives kick ass ! See you in February
Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, CA 2012; being big fans of 90+ we knew this would be good. Bold taste, but light Pinot Noir flavor. Always a winner!
http://www.ninetypluscellars.com
Dos Familias Wine Imports
Tangled Tree Wine – Screw cap and plastic bottle; Very impressed by the sustainable factor of this wine! Crisp and refreshing!
www.tangledtree.com
Cafe Europa – Marisco Winery – The Ned Pinot Noir; we’re big fans of Pinot Noir! This one was delicious – dark and very smooth, with a nice clean aftertaste
http://c-europa.com
LGL Imports – It’s always great chatting with Louis, he remembered me from last year ! Nothing better than that 🙂
DFJ Vega Red – Douro Region
Quinta do Penedo Red – Dao Region
http://www.lglimports.com
Merriam Vineyards – Peter from Merriam was a Boston local, also extremely knowledgeable and friendly !
2010 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon ….delicious! Definitely #1 Sauvignon Blanc!
http://www.merriamvineyards.com
List of Goodie bag vendors… For more details and yummy photos follow me on Instagram or Twitter.
| Event Goodie Bag Swag | ||
| Company | Item | Website |
| Blossom Water | Blossom Water | www.drinkblossomwater.com |
| Boston Salads and Prepared Food | Wine Bottle Opener | www.bostonsalads.com |
| Brownie Brittle | Brownie Brittle | www.browniebrittle.com |
| Chelsea Fire Hot Sauce | Chelsea Fire Hot Sauce | www.chelseafirehotsauce.com |
| Daniele Inc. | Del Duca Prosciutto | www.danielefoods.com |
| Essentially Coconut | Coconut Butter | www.essentiallycoconut.com |
| Pairwell Foods | Tasting Sticks | www.pairwellfoods.com |
| Pasta Chips | Pasta Chips | www.pastachips.com |
| Sparrow Foods | Valrhona Chocolate | www.sparrowfoods.com |
Tickets are now on sale at the early bird prices. The discount period ends Nov 30 ! Here’s a link for tickets. http://j.mp/bwe15tix
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