The Hyatt Regency Ballroom staged a wine university in honor of Kris Shirley Endean, director of sales for Banks Channel. Chris, a repeat visitor to the island introduced her students to new offerings on her portfolio, Rodney Strong, Sauvignon Blanc, Chateau St Jean Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon, and the exquisite Etude, Pinot Noir.
The wine university was offered by Romar Trading and wine artist Clive Faustin in collaboration with the resort and Banks Channel a progressive, energetic and fun company involved in the business of beverage alcohol brand representation.
True to the spirit of her company Kris showed great passion for both the art and the craft that go into producing many of the brands she represent, from the agricultural expertise required to grow world-class grapes to the meticulous nature of wine-making.
The student also discovered the old world charm of Graham’s fine Ruby Port, a aperitif or an after dinner sipping delight that is growing in popularity due to its rich, fruity, flavor and full-bodied freshness.