Laura Van Havermaat

That thing I do (Occupation)

Strive to provide the best possible service and representation in the wine industry (Hospitality Sales, Downtown Toronto, Richmond Hill, Unionville).

Fondest wine memory

Vin-Expo June 17, 1997. Drinking Jadot Chevalier Montrachet “Les Demoiselles” 1983 at Chateau Cos d’Estournel’s Gala Dinner.

Favourite wine region

Tuscany, New Zealand is a close second.

Favourite Lifford wine

I love seafood so I am very partial to my white wines. Staete Landt Chardonnay, Jadot Meursault, Craggy Range Riesling. Really, anything from Craggy Range is delicious!

First job

Newspaper Route – the Detroit News. Age 12

Indulgence

Cashmere and Cosabella from Italy.

Inspiration

Traveling the world!

What or where do I retreat to?

Hitting the running trail with my dog Jibe and my iPod.