Robert Mondavi wines originated from Napa Valley, Oakville, California in 1966. The brand has established a reputation for being one of the finest producers of Cabernet Sauvignon selections in the world. Their wines are product of fine innovation, complexity and elegance with the use California vineyard grapes.
Recently, Future Trades International, Inc. celebrated Robert Mondavi in the Philippines with a 3-day activation event at the Greenbelt 5 Gallery. A winery-inspired booth in the venue was set up to let the people experience signature and quality wines of Robert Mondavi through free sampling. While enjoying the wines, guests were entertained by videos of the winemaking process from vineyard to bottle. There were also training session headed by Samuel Jeveons, the Robert Mondavi brand ambassador.
During the evening of opening day, VIP guests were invited to enjoy cocktail food and wines. Sampled at the party were Robert Mondavi Woodbridge: Sauvignon Blanc, White Zinfandel, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon; Robert Mondavi Private Selection: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. The Capo band was there to serenade the guests with their jazz music.
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- Ailene Co and Gionna Cabrera
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- Future Trade International CEO James Du Vivier, US Embassy’s Deputy Chief of Mission Brian Goldbeck, Robert Mondavi Brand Ambassador Samuel Oliver Jeveons, USDA’s Agricultural Counselor Phlip Shull. Brian Goldbeck (Deputy Chief of Mission US Embassy), Samuel Oliver Jeveons (Robert Mondavi Brand Ambassador), Philip Shull (Agricultural Counselor, USDA).
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- Pepper Teehankee, Carmina Jacob, Mike Jacob, Miguel Alomajan and Samuel Oliver Jeveons.
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- Robert Mondavi Free Wine training and mall activation at Greenbelt gallery.
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- Future Trade International on-premise manager Jay Coson and Nuvo’s GM Chef Xavier Btesh.
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- Alex Pierson and Panjee Summer Lim of Dillingers-Prohibition.
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- Jason Cruz, Belle Velasco and Kevin Conopio.
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- CEO Future Trade International James Du Vivier
James Du Vivire of CEO of FTI Wines, Eric Khan, Marketing Director for FTI Wines, Samantha Befus of Constellation Brands (distributors of Robert Mondavi) and Samuel Oliver Jeveons, were present to thank the guest who supported the event.
Guests at the event raved about how good are the wines were. Many of them were overwhelmed and happy with the launch. It proved to be a success as many guests looked forward to more Robert Mondavi events in Manila.
Cover: Nikita McElroy
