Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, islands, and waterways ... all while indulging in a high-quality wine with a sommelier as your guide. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail aboard the immaculate 74’ Tall Ship Frances, expertly built by her captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. You’ll explore five delicious wines from Tuscany’s renowned regions and quality-focused producers—wines you’ll be thrilled to have in your repertoire. It will be a highlight of your summer. It truly doesn’t get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines from Tuscany’s wine regions such as Bolgheri, Carmignano, Chianti Classico, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Maremma, and San Gimignano.

• Find out what makes Tuscany’s regions and sub-regions unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Discuss Tuscany’s major grape varieties and trending styles worthy of your attention.

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

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

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

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

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

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.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, islands, and waterways ... all while indulging in a high-quality wine with a sommelier as your guide. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail aboard the immaculate 74’ Tall Ship Frances, expertly built by her captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. You’ll explore five delicious wines from Italy’s renowned regions and quality-focused producers—wines you’ll be thrilled to have in your repertoire. It will be a highlight of your summer. It truly doesn’t get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines from Tuscany’s wine regions, such as Alto Adige, Friuli, Liguria, Marché, Piedmont, Sicily, Sardinia, Tuscany, Umbria, Veneto, etc.

• Discover what makes Italy’s regions and sub-regions unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Discuss Italy’s major grape varieties and trending styles worthy of your attention.

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

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

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

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

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

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.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, islands, and waterways ... all while indulging in a high-quality wine with a sommelier as your guide. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail aboard the immaculate 74’ Tall Ship Frances, expertly built by her captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. You’ll explore five delicious wines from Sicily’s diverse wine regions and quality-focused producers—wines you’ll be thrilled to have in your repertoire. It will be a highlight of your summer. It truly doesn’t get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines from Sicily’s wine regions, including Mount Etna, Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Noto, Faro, and the Islands. As well as some excellent wines made outside these defined appellations.

• Find out what makes Sicily’s regions unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Discuss Sicily’s major grape varieties and trending styles worthy of your attention.

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

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

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

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

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

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.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, islands, and waterways ... all while indulging in a high-quality wine with a sommelier as your guide. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail aboard the immaculate 74’ Tall Ship Frances, expertly built by her captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. You’ll explore five delicious wines from Tuscany’s renowned regions and quality-focused producers—wines you’ll be thrilled to have in your repertoire. It will be a highlight of your summer. It truly doesn’t get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines from Tuscany’s wine regions such as Bolgheri, Carmignano, Chianti Classico, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Maremma, and San Gimignano.

• Find out what makes Tuscany’s regions and sub-regions unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Discuss Tuscany’s major grape varieties and trending styles worthy of your attention.

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

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

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

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

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

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.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, islands, and waterways ... all while indulging in a high-quality wine with a sommelier as your guide. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail aboard the immaculate 74’ Tall Ship Frances, expertly built by her captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. You’ll explore five delicious wines from Italy’s renowned regions and quality-focused producers—wines you’ll be thrilled to have in your repertoire. It will be a highlight of your summer. It truly doesn’t get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines from Tuscany’s wine regions, such as Alto Adige, Friuli, Liguria, Marché, Piedmont, Sicily, Sardinia, Tuscany, Umbria, Veneto, etc.

• Discover what makes Italy’s regions and sub-regions unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Discuss Italy’s major grape varieties and trending styles worthy of your attention.

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

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

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

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

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

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.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, islands, and waterways ... all while indulging in a high-quality wine with a sommelier as your guide. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail aboard the immaculate 74’ Tall Ship Frances, expertly built by her captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. You’ll explore five delicious wines from Sicily’s diverse wine regions and quality-focused producers—wines you’ll be thrilled to have in your repertoire. It will be a highlight of your summer. It truly doesn’t get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines from Sicily’s wine regions, including Mount Etna, Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Noto, Faro, and the Islands. As well as some excellent wines made outside these defined appellations.

• Find out what makes Sicily’s regions unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Discuss Sicily’s major grape varieties and trending styles worthy of your attention.

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

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

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

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

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

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.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, islands, and waterways ... all while indulging in a high-quality wine with a sommelier as your guide. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail aboard the immaculate 74’ Tall Ship Frances, expertly built by her captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. You’ll explore five delicious wines from Italy’s renowned regions and quality-focused producers—wines you’ll be thrilled to have in your repertoire. It will be a highlight of your summer. It truly doesn’t get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines from Tuscany’s wine regions, such as Alto Adige, Friuli, Liguria, Marché, Piedmont, Sicily, Sardinia, Tuscany, Umbria, Veneto, etc.

• Discover what makes Italy’s regions and sub-regions unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Discuss Italy’s major grape varieties and trending styles worthy of your attention.

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

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

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

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

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

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.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, islands, and waterways ... all while indulging in a high-quality wine with a sommelier as your guide. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail aboard the immaculate 74’ Tall Ship Frances, expertly built by her captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. You’ll explore five delicious wines from Tuscany’s renowned regions and quality-focused producers—wines you’ll be thrilled to have in your repertoire. It will be a highlight of your summer. It truly doesn’t get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines from Tuscany’s wine regions such as Bolgheri, Carmignano, Chianti Classico, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Maremma, and San Gimignano.

• Find out what makes Tuscany’s regions and sub-regions unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Discuss Tuscany’s major grape varieties and trending styles worthy of your attention.

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

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

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

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

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

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.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, islands, and waterways ... all while indulging in a high-quality wine with a sommelier as your guide. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail aboard the immaculate 74’ Tall Ship Frances, expertly built by her captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. You’ll explore five delicious wines from Italy’s renowned regions and quality-focused producers—wines you’ll be thrilled to have in your repertoire. It will be a highlight of your summer. It truly doesn’t get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines from Tuscany’s wine regions, such as Alto Adige, Friuli, Liguria, Marché, Piedmont, Sicily, Sardinia, Tuscany, Umbria, Veneto, etc.

• Discover what makes Italy’s regions and sub-regions unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Discuss Italy’s major grape varieties and trending styles worthy of your attention.

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

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

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

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

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

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.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, islands, and waterways ... all while indulging in a high-quality wine with a sommelier as your guide. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail aboard the immaculate 74’ Tall Ship Frances, expertly built by her captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. You’ll explore five delicious wines from Sicily’s diverse wine regions and quality-focused producers—wines you’ll be thrilled to have in your repertoire. It will be a highlight of your summer. It truly doesn’t get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines from Sicily’s wine regions, including Mount Etna, Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Noto, Faro, and the Islands. As well as some excellent wines made outside these defined appellations.

• Find out what makes Sicily’s regions unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Discuss Sicily’s major grape varieties and trending styles worthy of your attention.

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

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

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

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

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

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.

Part of our Italian Wine Sail Week! Each of our six wine sails, taking place September 10-14, will focus on a different Italian region or style of wines. We hope to see you there!

Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, islands, and waterways ... all while indulging in a high-quality wine with a sommelier as your guide. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail aboard the immaculate 74’ Tall Ship Frances, expertly built by her captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. You’ll explore five delicious wines from Italy’s renowned regions and quality-focused producers—wines you’ll be thrilled to have in your repertoire. It will be a highlight of your summer. It truly doesn’t get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines from Tuscany’s wine regions, such as Alto Adige, Friuli, Liguria, Marché, Piedmont, Sicily, Sardinia, Tuscany, Umbria, Veneto, etc.

• Discover what makes Italy’s regions and sub-regions unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Discuss Italy’s major grape varieties and trending styles worthy of your attention.

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

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

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

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

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

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.

Part of our Italian Wine Sail Week! Each of our six wine sails, taking place September 10-14, will focus on a different Italian region or style of wines. We hope to see you there!

Must be 21 years of age or older.

You're in for an incredible wine education experience as you sail through Maine’s beautiful Casco Bay with scenic views of Maine lighthouses, islands, and waterways … all while indulging in a wine class. You'll walk away with knowing a lot about wine, how regional influences impact wine styles and quality, and gain confidence knowing how to evaluate, select, pair wines, and describe what you smell and taste.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail on board the 74-foot sailboat, Frances, built by her Captains and crew on Portland's waterfront, with new seats added for everyone to be seated comfortably. You'll explore a selection of five delicious quality reds from Italy.

• Taste and learn about a series of five delicious red wines from Italy—including some incredible gems from the stellar vintages and emerging and classic varieties and regions that you’ll love to have in your repertoire.

• Learn a few things to expect from wines made in these Italian regions and grape varieties.

• Discuss the major grape varieties and styles worthy of your attention.

• Learn what to expect from certain terms on a wine label when selecting 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, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations.

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, and 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 sense of humor.

Where do we meet?
We depart from the Maine State Pier, located at 56 Commercial Street (where Commercial Street meets Franklin Street). You’ll receive a more detailed email a few days before your event.

What else?
Please refer to our FAQ page for answers to questions that you may be wondering about.

Part of our Italian Wine Sail Week! Each of our six wine sails, taking place September 10-14, will focus on a different Italian region or style of wines. We hope to see you there!

Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, islands, and waterways ... all while indulging in a high-quality wine with a sommelier as your guide. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail aboard the immaculate 74’ Tall Ship Frances, expertly built by her captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. You’ll explore five delicious wines from Sicily’s diverse wine regions and quality-focused producers—wines you’ll be thrilled to have in your repertoire. It will be a highlight of your summer. It truly doesn’t get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines from Sicily’s wine regions, including Mount Etna, Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Noto, Faro, and the Islands. As well as some excellent wines made outside these defined appellations.

• Find out what makes Sicily’s regions unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Discuss Sicily’s major grape varieties and trending styles worthy of your attention.

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

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

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

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

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

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.

Part of our Italian Wine Sail Week! Each of our six wine sails, taking place September 10-14, will focus on a different Italian region or style of wines. We hope to see you there!

Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, islands, and waterways ... all while indulging in a high-quality wine with a sommelier as your guide. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail aboard the immaculate 74’ Tall Ship Frances, expertly built by her captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. You’ll explore five delicious wines from Tuscany’s renowned regions and quality-focused producers—wines you’ll be thrilled to have in your repertoire. It will be a highlight of your summer. It truly doesn’t get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines from Tuscany’s wine regions such as Bolgheri, Carmignano, Chianti Classico, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Maremma, and San Gimignano.

• Find out what makes Tuscany’s regions and sub-regions unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Discuss Tuscany’s major grape varieties and trending styles worthy of your attention.

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

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

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

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

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

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.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

Autumn in Maine is truly magical. You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, and waterways, with vibrant hues of fall foliage as the backdrop on the picturesque shorelines of Casco Bay’s Calendar Islands … all while enjoying beautiful sommelier-curated wines for the Fall season. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail on board the 74-foot sailboat, Frances, built by her Captains and crew on Portland's waterfront, with new seats added for everyone to be seated comfortably. You'll explore a selection of five delicious quality Cabernet Sauvignon wines from renowned regions of the world that you'll love to have in your repertoire.

• Taste and learn about five beautiful Cabernet Sauvignon from around the world.

• Find out what makes each Cabernet Sauvignon-producing wine region unique in the styles of wine they produce

• Discuss the major and trending styles worthy of your attention

• Learn what to expect from certain 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, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations.

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, and 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 sense of humor.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

Autumn in Maine is truly magical. You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, and waterways, with vibrant hues of fall foliage as the backdrop on the picturesque shorelines of Casco Bay’s Calendar Islands … all while enjoying beautiful sommelier-curated wines for the Fall season. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail on board the 74-foot sailboat, Frances, built by her Captains and crew on Portland's waterfront, with new seats added for everyone to be seated comfortably. You'll explore a selection of five delicious quality reds from Italy.

• Taste and learn about a series of five delicious red wines from Italy—including some incredible gems from the stellar vintages and emerging and classic varieties and regions that you’ll love to have in your repertoire.

• Learn a few things to expect from wines made in these Italian regions and grape varieties.

• Discuss the major grape varieties and styles worthy of your attention.

• Learn what to expect from certain terms on a wine label when selecting 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, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations.

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, and 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 sense of humor.

Where do we meet?
We depart from the Maine State Pier, located at 56 Commercial Street (where Commercial Street meets Franklin Street). You’ll receive a more detailed email a few days before your event.

What else?
Please refer to our FAQ page for answers to questions that you may be wondering about.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

Autumn in Maine is truly magical. You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, and waterways, with vibrant hues of fall foliage as the backdrop on the picturesque shorelines of Casco Bay’s Calendar Islands … all while enjoying beautiful sommelier-curated wines for the Fall season. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail aboard the immaculate 74’ Tall Ship Frances, expertly built by her captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. You’ll explore five delicious wines from Italy’s renowned regions and quality-focused producers—wines you’ll be thrilled to have in your repertoire. It will be a highlight of your summer. It truly doesn’t get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines from Tuscany’s wine regions, such as Alto Adige, Friuli, Liguria, Marché, Piedmont, Sicily, Sardinia, Tuscany, Umbria, Veneto, etc.

• Discover what makes Italy’s regions and sub-regions unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Discuss Italy’s major grape varieties and trending styles worthy of your attention.

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

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

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

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

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

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.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

Autumn in Maine is truly magical. You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, and waterways, with vibrant hues of fall foliage as the backdrop on the picturesque shorelines of Casco Bay’s Calendar Islands … all while enjoying beautiful sommelier-curated wines for the Fall season. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail on board the 74-foot sailboat, Frances, built by her Captains and crew on Portland's waterfront, with new seats added for everyone to be seated comfortably. You'll explore a selection of five delicious quality reds from Italy.

• Taste and learn about a series of five delicious red wines from Italy—including some incredible gems from the stellar vintages and emerging and classic varieties and regions that you’ll love to have in your repertoire.

• Learn a few things to expect from wines made in these Italian regions and grape varieties.

• Discuss the major grape varieties and styles worthy of your attention.

• Learn what to expect from certain terms on a wine label when selecting 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, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations.

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, and 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 sense of humor.

Where do we meet?
We depart from the Maine State Pier, located at 56 Commercial Street (where Commercial Street meets Franklin Street). You’ll receive a more detailed email a few days before your event.

What else?
Please refer to our FAQ page for answers to questions that you may be wondering about.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

LET’S GO ON A WINE SAIL!

Autumn in Maine is truly magical. You’re in for an unforgettable wine experience as you sail through the pristine waters of Casco Bay, with views of picturesque lighthouses, historic forts, and waterways, with vibrant hues of fall foliage as the backdrop on the picturesque shorelines of Casco Bay’s Calendar Islands … all while enjoying beautiful sommelier-curated wines for the Fall season. With comfortable seating for everyone, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this highly-rated wine and sailing experience.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Portland, Maine, for a gorgeous scenic wine sail aboard the immaculate 74’ Tall Ship Frances, expertly built by her captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. You’ll explore five delicious wines from Sicily’s diverse wine regions and quality-focused producers—wines you’ll be thrilled to have in your repertoire. It will be a highlight of your summer. It truly doesn’t get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines from Sicily’s wine regions, including Mount Etna, Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Noto, Faro, and the Islands. As well as some excellent wines made outside these defined appellations.

• Find out what makes Sicily’s regions unique in the styles of wine they produce.

• Discuss Sicily’s major grape varieties and trending styles worthy of your attention.

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

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

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

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

• Enjoy your delicious box of cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, crackers, etc. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, commissions, accommodations, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

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.