6:15 - 8:15 PM (6:00 Boarding) | Sea Rocket | Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Must be 21 years of age or older.

FINE WINE & MAINE OYSTER CRUISE IN FORT LAUDERDALE!

Each summer, thousands of guests from around the country travel to the coast of Portland, Maine for one of the city's most beloved experiences: Wine Wise Wine Sails. This winter, Wine Wise expands to Fort Lauderdale with Wine Cruises from December through April.

FORT LAUDERDALE POP-UP SERIES

Before our inaugural season begins, we're inviting you to join us for an exclusive series of preview events and be among the first to experience Wine Wise in South Florida.

🦪 July 6 & 7
🥂 August 10 & 11
🛥️ September 21 & 22
🍷 October 22 & 23
🌴 November 27 & 28

Advance reservations are strongly encouraged, as seating is limited.

You're in for an unforgettable fine wine and fresh oyster experience as you cruise along the beautiful Fort Lauderdale Intracoastal Waterways at sunset, often called the "Venice of America," with views of magnificent waterfront estates of millionaire’s row, bustling marinas, tropical landscapes ... all while indulging in a curated selection of fine wines and pristine Maine oysters with a Maine-based sommelier as your guide.

Whether you're looking for a one-of-a-kind way to experience Fort Lauderdale, planning a memorable date night, gathering with friends, entertaining out-of-town guests, this intimate evening on the water is one you'll be talking about long after the last glass is poured.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, in beautiful Fort Lauderdale, Florida, aboard Sea Rocket for a gorgeous evening of fine wine, Maine oysters, and spectacular scenery in the glorious Fort Lauderdale sunset. You'll explore five delicious wines from quality-focused producers around the world—wines you'll be thrilled to have in your repertoire, each paired with a different Maine oyster farm. It truly doesn't get much better than this!

• Taste and learn about five delicious wines that pair great with fresh Maine oysters.

• Enjoy fresh, shucked oysters from five Maine oyster farms—from the pristine cold waters of Maine where the most flavorful and healthy oysters flourish year round.

• Find out what styles of wine are an excellent match for fresh oysters.

• Gain valuable insights into wine—understanding how regional influences shape styles and quality, gaining confidence in selecting and pairing wines, and describing your tasting notes like a pro.

• Discuss the major grape varieties and styles worthy of your attention.

• Learn what to expect from specific terms on a wine label when selecting your next bottle of wine.

• Learn the basics of tasting or take your wine knowledge to the next level.

• We are serving five wines and plenty of oysters. Due to the nature of our events, we cannot accommodate food allergies, ommissions, or substitutions during these sails. You may bring your own snack if you have food allergies or hesitations of any kind.

Your Sommelier
Archer is a true oenophile, having obtained high levels of certification in her field. In 2010, she was awarded the Wine & Spirit Education Trust Level Three Advanced Certification in Wines and Spirits (with merit), became a Sommelier through the Court of Master Sommeliers, and received her Certified Wine Professional award from the Culinary Institute of America in St. Helena, California. Erica is the principal of Wine Wise, a wine education and events service known for creating truly memorable wine experiences. She takes guests beyond a typical tasting through her intimate understanding of what makes each wine unique—and she does it all with her trademark down-to-earth style.

Where do we meet?

We are cruising aboard Sea Rocket in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Exact boarding instructions, location details, and parking information will be included in your confirmation email and pre-event communications.

Cancellations, rescheduling requests, no-shows, and weather policies:

Please see our policies on the Get Ready for Your Wine Cruise or FAQ page.

What else?

Add your Wine Cruise to your calendar and plan to arrive 20 minutes before departure so you don't miss the boarding call. Please allow extra time for South Florida traffic and parking. It is no fun missing the boat because of late arrivals.

Review our Get Ready for Your Wine Cruise page and forward it to everyone attending with you so that everyone is adequately prepared and on time—or early! We cannot hold the boat for late arrivals.

We receive many of the same questions. We have taken the time to write thorough answers to frequently asked questions on our FAQ page. Please look there for immediate answers to many common questions.