Experience exciting and educational events at The Lodge at Woodloch, featuring inspirational and motivational guest speakers, available to elevate your consciousness and personal awareness. Diverse opportunities are offered to discover a greater understanding of life, love, self, spirituality, health, music, healing, the environment, and our world.
From Friday, November 22, 2024 to Saturday, November 23, 2024 November 22, 2024 November 23, 2024 The Lodge at Woodloch
Erika Jurden, Wine Educator
November 22nd - 23rd
Erika Jurden is a New Jersey native wielding a passion for the wine industry. Her interest stemmed from her parents’ love for food, wine, and storytelling. As the story goes; her zest for the wine industry began during childhood, with the bedtime stories her father created based on the book “Mr. Boston’s Guide to Bartending.” Upon graduating from St. Joseph’s University, Erika began her career in the restaurant industry and in promotional modeling. Utilizing the experience gained in these outlets, she joined the sales force at Capital Wine and Spirits. Furthering her education, Erika became a Certified Specialist of Wine from the Society of Wine Educators in 2009. Her passion for selling wine and telling stories, lead her to represent a plethora of wines from many iconic vineyards. She now enjoys sharing the stories about the Riboli Family Wines and their over 105 year-old winery. Her accomplishments gained her recognition, and in 2015 she was among the first Pennsylvanian area women in wine to be asked to join the prestigious Les Dames d’Escoffier – a group for the influential women leaders in food, fine beverage, and hospitality industries. When asked what her favorite bottle of wine is, she will tell you it is the one she gets to share.
Friday, November 22nd
Wines of Riboli: Ground to Grapes to Glass* ($)
8:30pm
You’ve heard of farm-to-table. It is a valid and meaningful way to experience a destination through food. Now experience ground-to-glass - a wine tasting, showcasing what small growers around the world are creating. Join Erika Jurden CWS from Riboli Family Wines in an intimate hour of wine tasting and storytelling. Guests must be at least 21 years of age to participate. Cost is $35 per person.
Saturday, November 23rd
The Bold and the Blind (Tasting, That Is)* ($)
8:30pmWe’ll delve into the art of blind tasting, with guest Presenter and Certified Wine Specialist Erika Jurden from Riboli Family wines, where the thrill of guessing grape varieties and regions, intertwines with esprit de corps and learning. Embark on this sensory journey and discover the joys of savoring wine in a whole new light. Guests must be at least 21 years of age to participate. Cost is $35 per person.
*Please sign-up for these activities with our Spa Concierge.
