(TAN): Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has revealed a lineup of its popular Meet the Winemaker series, the program featuring renowned winemakers and culinary experts bringing their knowledge and expertise to an intimate group of guests on board the cruise company’s newest ships.
The Meet the Winemaker series provides wine enthusiasts and foodies of all skill levels with an exclusive opportunity to engage with winemakers and other connoisseurs through various enriching seminars and activities, NCL said in a news release. The immersive programming offers guests intimate wine tastings, wine-paired dinners, interactive culinary demonstrations and meet-and-greets on board. Guests can also purchase wines on board that are otherwise only available by visiting the wineries directly.
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“Our Meet the Winemaker series is back…. Every year we aim to elevate this exclusive experience and I believe we’ve done just that as we enter the programme’s seventh year with an impressive guest lineup. These unique sailings offer a rare opportunity to get one-on-one exposure to esteemed winemakers and their collection of wines, all while visiting multiple destinations and enjoying an unforgettable vacation aboard our innovative fleet,” said Harry Sommer, president and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line.
The complete 2023 Meet the Winemaker series lineup includes:
April 2: Norwegian Bliss, Mexican Riviera: Featuring award-winning celebrity chef and TV personality Aaron Sanchez
April 9: Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean: Featuring fourth-generation winemaker Miguel Torres
April 22: Norwegian Bliss, Alaska: Featuring world-class winemaker Salvatore Ferragamo of The Il Borro estate in Tuscany, Italy, producing world-class wines
June 10: Norwegian Bliss, Alaska: Featuring Domaines Barons de Rothschild Lafite Wine Dinner Hosted by Special Guest: Diane Flamand
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July 9: Norwegian Encore, Alaska: Featuring Antonio Hidalgo of the globally recognized family-owned Spanish Sherry house, Bodegas Hidalgo La Gitana, and Certified Angus Beef Executive Chef Ashley Breneman
Sept. 17: Norwegian Prima, Northern Europe: Meet the Master Blender, Emma Walker of Johnnie Walker
Oct. 22: Norwegian Escape, Bermuda: Featuring Michael Mondavi of the Michael Mondavi Family Estate
Oct. 28: Norwegian Joy, Western Caribbean: Featuring Gérard Bertrand, “The Drinks Business” Master Winemaker of the Year 2023 recipient
Oct. 29: Norwegian Escape, Bermuda: Featuring Randy Ullom from the Kendall-Jackson family
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