We can’t wait! Prince Edward County is returning to Ottawa to for our 3rd annual County in the City Taste & Buy event. This evening will shine the spotlight on 16 wineries, The County’s only craft brewery - Barley Days – and hard apple ciders made at The County Cider Company. All good wines, craft beers & ciders deserve to be enjoyed with good food, this year you will enjoy cheeses from Black River Cheese and Fifth Town Artisan Cheese Co and gourmet pasta from the region’s newest pasta maker Pasta Tavola. Who knew that there was so much to discover in The County??
“Prince Edward County is growing so quickly, it is impossible to cover the map in a weekend getaway”, states our Debbie Trenholm. “County in the City will give everyone a taste of what is in store when you make the roadtrip and also gives you the opportunity to meet all of the cool people involved in growing The County. ”
County in the City is one of Savvy Company’s Taste & Buy events showcasing wines, ciders and craft beers that are not available at the LCBO. Join us & you have the unique opportunity to order any combination of their County favorites to be delivered by courier to a work or home address in Ontario. Exclusive to this event, there will be free shipping on orders of 12 bottles or more.
Tickets are available in advance only and are $55 per person when purchased before April 4th, 2014 ($65 per person afterwards). Ticket prices include HST. Visit www.savvycompany.ca/events to purchase tickets or for additional event information.
“County in the City is a terrific event for us to reach Ottawa consumers. Every year, countless numbers of people from Ottawa come down to explore The County,“ says Glenn Symons, owner and winemaker at Lighthall Vineyards. “I am delighted to see that this year’s County in the City has grown to be the largest yet – there are so many great wines, craft beers, ciders and foods made here. I am proud to have my winery in the heart of it all.”
Look who is coming to this year’s County in the City Taste & Buy in Ottawa:
Brewery: Barley Days Brewery
Cidery: The County Cider Company
Cheesemakers: Black River Cheese Company & Fifth Town Artisan Cheese Co.
Wineries:
Hubbs Creek Vineyard - newest winery in The County
What is a Taste & Buy event?
A Taste & buy event is an opportunity for you to sample any number of the featured wines (there will be over 50 wines!) and order directly from the winery. Exclusive at this event, orders can be ANY combination of wines from ANY of the wineries and the wines will be delivered by courier to an Ontario address. And Savvy Company’s Sommeliers will be on hand to share wine recommendations and guide event goers to ‘must try wines’ based on their personal preferences.
Advance Tickets Only
Savvy Special: $55 before Friday April 4 (regular $65)
Bring a group of 4 friends:$200 total (save an additional $5 each)
Ticket prices include everything! Wine, beer & cider tastings, samples of the featured foods, tasting booklet, Savvy wine tasting glass & HST.
Can’t make it but want to order?
No problem! Simply call our Savvy Team on 613-SAVVYCO (613-728-8926) and we will make the arrangements for you. Place your order before April 20th and you can take advantage of the free shipping offer.
Media Contact:
Debbie Trenholm
President & Sommelier
Savvy Company
613.SAVVYCO (613.728.8926)
cell: 613-851-17