Drinks Inc. Hosts Third Annual Wine Portfolio Event at Grand Opera House

On Tuesday, 8 October, the iconic Grand Opera House in Belfast was abuzz with excitement as Drinks Inc. hosted its third annual Wine Portfolio event. This year’s event was a spectacular showcase of the full Drinks Inc. wine portfolio and Christmas gifting offer, drawing over 150 members of Northern Ireland’s licensed trade to experience more than 175 handpicked wines, including over 50 new additions to the range.

 

The event featured producers from over 60 wineries around the world, including renowned names like Mionetto, Trivento, Beronia, and Wakefield. For the first time, representatives from Edward Dillon were also in attendance, presenting their impressive portfolio of wines and champagnes to the Northern Ireland market. Guests had the unique opportunity to learn from Julie Dupouy-Young, Edward Dillon Brand Ambassador, who has been recognized as the Best Sommelier in Ireland in 2009 and 2018, and placed third at the ASI World Sommelier Championship representing Ireland and the Irish Guild of Sommeliers.

Drinks Inc. Wine Specialist Jonny Callan said: “We were delighted to welcome representatives from the licensed trade, including our valued customers, to our wine portfolio tasting event. Guests discovered what’s new in our portfolio, sampled exclusive and award-winning wines, and met the people behind our wine brands from around the globe.

“It was great to work with the Grand Opera House team for a second year, and our thanks to them for providing a guided tour of the historic theatrical landmark, and to our sister brand Musgrave MarketPlace, for providing charcuterie bites, the perfect wine pairing.  It was a fantastic event which took our guests on a delightful wine tasting journey.”

The event also highlighted local producers, including Armagh-based cider maker MacIvors and Donegal distillers Muff Liquor, which recently announced a new partnership with Drinks Inc. as it expands into Northern Ireland.

For more information on Drinks Inc. and support from a dedicated wine specialist, please contact Jonny Callan - jonny.callan@musgrave.ie | (+44) 07379 066786, or discover our full wine range here.