2026 Chef Series Wine & Food Sails
This is the kind of experience to build your summer vacation around.
If this isn’t the most exclusive and luxurious dining reservation of your summer, we don’t know what is!
Sommelier Erica Archer has invited some of Portland’s most talented chefs to join her on a select few wine sails to craft five delicious courses, each paired with a fantastic wine. Each dish is thoughtfully designed to highlight the season’s best ingredients, while every wine is expertly selected to enhance the flavors and elevate the experience—making every sip and bite a moment to savor.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Casco Bay, you’ll enjoy this extraordinary culinary journey from your seat aboard the immaculate Tall Ship Frances, gliding past Maine’s iconic lighthouses, historic forts, and the picturesque Calendar Islands.
A One-of-a-Kind Experience
🍷 Sommelier-Selected Wine Pairings – Perfectly matched to complement each course with engaging insights from Erica Archer.
🥘 Five-Course Tasting Menu – Created by one of Portland’s top chefs, showcasing the best of Maine’s seasonal ingredients.
⛵️ Scenic Sailing Through Casco Bay – Take in the fresh ocean breeze and panoramic views as you dine.
🌟 An Intimate & Exclusive Setting – These sails offer an exclusive experience unlike any other.
Whether you're looking for an exceptional day out, a unique gift, or a special way to entertain friends and family, Chef Series Wine & Food Sails offer a luxurious yet laid-back way to savor great food and wine—all while taking in the beauty of the Maine coast.
📅 They sell out fast! Secure your spot now for an experience that will be the highlight of your summer.
SCHEDULE:
JUNE
Sun, Jun 28, 12:00-2:00 PM: Spain in Maine Wine & Food Sail with Chef Damian Sansonetti of Chaval
JULY
Sun, Jul 5, 12:00-2:00 PM: Wine & Food Sail with Chef Damian Sansonetti of Chaval
Sun, Jul 19, 12:00-2:00 PM: Wine & Food Sail with Chef Damian Sansonetti of Chaval
August
Sun, Aug 2, 12:00-2:00 PM: Wine & Food Sail with Chef Damian Sansonetti of Chaval
Sun, Aug 16, 12:00-2:00 PM: Wine & Food Sail with Chef Damian Sansonetti of Chaval
Sun, Aug 30, 12:00-2:00 PM: Wine & Food Sail with Chef Damian Sansonetti of Chaval
SEPTEMBER
Fri, Sep 11, 1:30-3:30 PM: Wine & Food Sail with Chef Damian Sansonetti of Chaval
Sun, Sep 20, 1:30-3:30 PM: Wine & Food Sail with Chef Damian Sansonetti of Chaval
Fri, Sep 25, 1:30-3:30 PM: 🦞 Maine Lobster Week: 5 Course Wine & Maine Lobster Sail
Sun, Sep 27, 1:30-3:30 PM: 🍁 Fall Foliage Wine & Food Sail with Shef Mimi Weissenborn of Bites & Such
October Fall Foliage
Sun, Oct 4, 12:00-2:00 PM: 🍁 Fall Foliage Wine & Food Sail with Chef Damian Sansonetti of Chaval
Fri, Oct 9, 12:00-2:00 PM: 🍁 Fall Foliage Wine & Food Sail with Chef Damian Sansonetti of Chaval
Sat, Oct 17, 12:00-2:00 PM: 🍁 Fall Foliage Wine & Food Sail with Shef Mimi Weissenborn of Bites & Such