GIVE THE GIFT OF A WINE SAIL!

Present your group of friends, family, or customers with the gift of an incredible Wine Sail this holiday season and make their holidays unforgettable! A Wine Sail is the ultimate shared experience gift they’ll cherish forever. This gift card will allow them to choose the date and time that works best for them.

Recipients are in for an unforgettable wine experience as they sail through the pristine waters on the coast of Portland, Maine, on the immaculate 74’ tall ship Frances with views of picturesque lighthouses, islands, and waterways ... all while indulging in a high-quality wine with a sommelier as their guide. With comfortable seating for everyone, they can relax and fully immerse themselves in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

At each unique wine sail:

• Taste and learn about wine from regions around the world.

• Discover what makes each wine region unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Walk away knowing a lot about wine and how regional influences impact wine styles and quality.

• Gain confidence in evaluating, selecting, and pairing wines and describing what you smell and taste.

• Discuss the major and trending styles worthy of your attention.

• Learn what to expect from specific terms on a wine label when selecting your next bottle of wine.

• Learn the basics of tasting or take your wine knowledge to the next level.

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, and crackers.

Your Sommelier
Archer is a true oenophile, having obtained high levels of certification in her field. In 2010, she was awarded the Wine Spirit and Education Trust Level Three Advanced Certification in Wines and Spirits (with merit), became a Sommelier in the American Court of Master Sommeliers, and received her Certified Wine Professional award from the Culinary Institute of America in St. Helena, California. Erica is the principal of Wine Wise, a wine education and events service. She is skilled at creating truly creative and memorable wine experiences that take guests beyond a typical tasting with her intimate understanding of what makes each wine unique. And she’ll do it with her trademark down-to-earth style.