Agenda
The wine industry is currently grappling with a range of significant issues, including climate change,
regulatory concerns, evolving consumer demographics, and labor force dynamics.
These topics are being actively discussed across various regions
as industry stakeholders seek to understand and address the challenges at hand.
The agenda may be changed without prior notice.
Wednesday, May 21
Prior to 5 pm
Winery Excursions
5 pm - 7 pm
Farrell Hall, Wake Forest University
Grand Foyer
Welcome Sparkling Reception
Ticketed Event
Join us for a special evening as we toast the beginning of the International Wine Symposium. Attendees will sample an array of Sparkling wines grown and produced in North Carolina. Enjoy heavy hors d'oeuvres meticulously paired to showcase the nuances of each featured wine.
Thursday, May 22
9 am - 10 am
Farrell Hall, Broyhill Auditorium
Final Speaker Schedule to be determined at a later date
Description to be posted by November 30.
10 am - 10:30 am
BREAK
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Farrell Hall, Broyhill Auditorium
Final Speaker Schedule to be determined at a later date
Topic Description
11:30 am - 1 pm
Sutton Center
Lunch
Mountain and Coastal North Carolina Wines Served
1 pm - 2 pm
Farrell Hall, Broyhill Auditorium
Final Speaker Schedule to be determined at a later date
Topic Description
BREAK
2 pm - 2:30 pm
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Farrell Hall, Broyhill Auditorium
Final Speaker Schedule to be determined at a later date
Topic Description
6 pm
Various Wineries
Experience the offerings of one of three premier North Carolina wineries. Indulge in a 5-course meal paired with wine at each venue, featuring the hosting of its respective proprietor or winemaker.
Dinner
Ticketed EvenT
Friday, May 23
9 am - 10 am
Farrell Hall, Broyhill Auditorium
Final Speaker Schedule to be determined at a later date
Topic Description
10 am - 10:30 am
BREAK
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Farrell Hall, Broyhill Auditorium
Final Speaker Schedule to be determined at a later date
Topic Description
11:30 am - 1 pm
Sutton Center
Lunch
Central North Carolina Wines Served
1 pm - 2 pm
Farrell Hall, Broyhill Auditorium
Final Speaker Schedule to be determined at a later date
Topic Description
BREAK
2 pm - 2:30 pm
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Farrell Hall, Broyhill Auditorium
SPEAKER
Topic Description
6 pm - 8 pm
Farrell Hall, Grand Foyer
Taste of North Carolina
Ticketed EvenT
Taste and savor a sampling of NC wines alongside light bites.
Saturday, May 24
9 am - 10 am
Farrell Hall, Broyhill Auditorium
Final Speaker Schedule to be determined at a later date
Topic Description
10 am - 10:30 am
BREAK
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Farrell Hall, Broyhill Auditorium
Final Speaker Schedule to be determined at a later date
Topic Description