CORPORATE
jason tesauro
Mid-size companies that do regional and national events don’t always have an in-house pro to organize training, sales and team-building exercises. MG steps in to help shoulder the work load when you've got to add a social element to your business gathering. Cocktail hours, networking events and valuable edutainment is all within our wheelhouse.
COUNTERFEIT CLASSICO: Sniffing Out an Imposter
After a brief presentation on the intriguing rise of counterfeit and fraudulent wines, we serve a blind flight. One is “classico,” Bordeaux, Champagne, etc. and the other is “counterfeit,” a wine Bordeaux blend or sparkler from Virginia or Texas, for example, inspired by that classic. Two recent examples include Counterfeit Classico at the Salamander Resort and Spies & Wine at the International Spy Museum. Great wines can come from odd places, so attendees come away having learned something . . . not just drank something.
LUCK & TUX: CASINO GAMING AND DASHING DRESS
Baccarat, roulette, blackjack, craps, and poker: learn to gamble 007-style with panache and precision. The lowdown on dice, cards, bets, and etiquette are covered in a realistic casino environment featuring full-size gaming tables. And with one of our favorite bespoke tailors on-hand, guests explore the secrets of custom suits from collars to cufflinks.
BREWS & BRIQUETTES: CRAFT BEERS AND DEFT GRILLING
India pale ales, hops, and barley...deepen your appreciation of microbrews and hard ciders as we grill and chill with a full menu over hot coals. Learn dry rubs, marinades, and proper doneness while we cook, eat, and pair our dishes with top-flight suds.
FIZZ & FLASK: TOP-SHELF BOOZE AND MIXOLOGY
Master your flask and ace the bar exam with jiggers, muddlers, and shakers. Highlighting vintage cocktails and modern mixology, we demystify distillation and spotlight artisanal spirits. Let MG polish your bar skills as guests learn to expertly mix and garnish classic drinks.
THE ART OF BLENDING: Go beyond wine tasting . . . discover winemaking!
We bring our laboratory to you. Attendees blend, bottle and imbibe their own personal cuvée.