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ROC: Tasting Wine with a Master Sommelier, Welcoming Emily Pickral
About this event
Join us for a captivating wine tasting experience led by the illustrious Emily Pickral, a trailblazer and Master Sommelier. With over two decades of extensive expertise in the wine industry, Emily has shaped her journey through roles at iconic establishments like Gramercy Tavern and significant positions in sales and marketing for leading wine importers, distributors, and producers, including her current role as Vice President at Jackson Family Wines.
This evening will showcase Emily’s favorite fine wines from all over the world. Her passion for wine education and her remarkable achievements, including being the 19th woman in the world to earn the prestigious Master Sommelier title, ensure an educational experience for all attendees under the guidance of one of the wine world’s most respected women.
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Begin your meal with our crisp House Salad accompanied by freshly baked rolls and rich, creamy butter. For the main course, savor a succulent 8-ounce Pork Tenderloin, perfectly paired with a vibrant Pineapple Salsa, and a chef-selected seasonal vegetable and potato. Finish the meal off with a selection of freshly baked cookies
Meet Master Sommelier, Emily Pickral
Emily’s career in wine began just out of college, when a burgeoning interest in wine led her to working at Gramercy Tavern in New York City. For the past 20 years, she has held various sales & marketing roles in the wine industry, working for importers, distributors, and California wineries.
Emily has worked for Jackson Family Wines since 2014. She is currently Vice President and leads Jackson Family’s field marketing team, developing and implementing marketing and sales campaigns across the country.
Her passion for learning about wine encouraged her to embark upon the Master Sommelier diploma-- in 2009, she enrolled in the Court of Master Sommelier Introductory course. In 2010, she passed the Advanced Exam on her first attempt and was awarded the Rudd Scholarship for the highest score at that exam. She passed the Master Sommelier diploma in 2013 and was the 19 th woman in the world to earn the title. In addition, Emily has a Diploma from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust and a BA in Literature from the University of Virginia.
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Registration Info
Registration is required before Monday, September 9, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Payment In Full In Advance Only
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