Williamsburg Winery May 2nd and 3rd

Hello Everyone,

I just wanted to send an overview of the upcoming event happening at the Williamsburg Winery on Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3. Over the past few weeks, I have been working with the Winery and Bob Weber, formerly of Road & Track, and I can say without hesitation this is going to be a very unique event of national caliber! Winery owner Patrick Duffeler is dedicating quite a lot of effort, resources and staff to ensure all participants are well cared for and weekend comes off without a hitch. Patrick was formerly the Formula One team manager for the ISO-Marlboro Formula One team and involved with Philip Morris sponsorship and McLaren in the 70’s. So, he is definitely a “car guy” and true Ferrari fan. Former F1, Indy car, sports car driver, racing school owner and network commentator Derek Daly will be in attendance and is the guest speaker for the Saturday evening Gala Dinner. As many of you know, the winery has several eating establishments and a 28 room chateau on the grounds, for an all inclusive get-away great for couples and guests. The schedule is as follows:


Friday, May 1:

6:00 PM Early Arrival
7:30 PM Dinner for early arrivals

Saturday, May 2:

10:30 AM Depart for Yorktown lunch via the Colonial Parkway
12:30 PM Lunch at Nick’s on the waterfront
3:30 PM Tent parking for 25 top Ferraris
5:00 PM Champagne Reception
7:00 PM Gala Dinner with Derek Daly

Sunday, May 3

11:00 AM Ferrari Display and guest judge
12:30 PM Luncheon
1:45 PM Awards


The pricing is all inclusive and choices are as follows:

Saturday Gala Dinner - $125 per person
Full participation for all events, local resident, no overnight - $450 for 2 persons*
Full participation for all events, with 1 night overnight in Chateau - $695 for 2 persons*
Full participation for all events, with 2 nights overnight in Chateau - $995 for 2 persons*

“*” Please call 1-757-258-0899 for applicable discount if attending alone

ALL years and models are welcome to attend and there will be parking with 24 hour security for ALL Ferraris. However, participation as one of the “top 25” (fine examples of factory original models of any year) Ferraris, under the display tent, is by application to: Patrick Duffeler ([email protected]).

Frankly, this is a very, very fair value in a wonderful setting. Wedmore Place (the 28 room European chateau) is very unique with no two rooms alike, original antiques, original art, local art, and other furnishings imported from Europe and I have toured it personally. If you look closely, you will see original automotive artwork autographed by Jacky Ickx, framed posters from Grands Prix of the 1970’s, and other automotive art. This is a car enthusiasts’ hotel if you look closely.

For more information, contact myself: [email protected], or Bob Weber: [email protected]

To apply for selection, please contact Patrick Duffeler: [email protected]

To register, for payment, reservations or for any other questions contact Courtney Darden: [email protected], Phone: 1-757-258-0899 x120, Fax: 1-757-229-0911

Hope to see you there, for what looks like a fantastic 1st year event!

John

 

Hello All!

Just a reminder that this event is only 2 weeks away! I was at the planning meeting last night and this is shaping up to be a truly unique and first rate event, in a fantastic setting. It is worth every penny and the Winery have put quite a lot of expense, thought, and staff resources into making this event a success and you will be delighted! We have 25 Ferraris registered (and room for plenty more) and 70 people registered for the Saturday evening, May 2, dinner to hear and meet Derek Daly, see a photo exhibit of the Ferraris at the Chrysler Museum, and a display of Formula One paintings and memorabilia. Please contact Courtney Darden at the Williamsburg Winery to register. See you there!

Courtney Darden: Email: [email protected]
Director of Marketing
The Williamsburg Winery &
Wedmore Place

5800 Wessex Hundred
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Phone: 757-258-0899 Ext 120
Email: [email protected]
www.williamsburgwinery.com
www.wedmoreplace.com

 

Yes, absolutely you can do Saturday drive only. There is a "day only" activity fee of $65 per person for either Saturday, or Sunday. This includes everything, food, etc.

Also, ALL weekend, Ferraris will be parked under a 60'x90' tent, with 24-hour security starting mid-day Friday.

The detail and effort everyone is making is incredible. I can say, it is worth every penny. Volunteers on each end to direct cars, police escort, tent, wash station, security, program, souveniers, fine wines, etc... there is no expense spared and no detail overlooked. I have never once heard the owner of the winery ask "how much will this cost". It is just, "sounds like a good idea, let's do it". He is a former F1 team manager, so this is a dream for him... wanted to do this for 15 years.

You can contact Courtney Darden at the Winery. I think they are willing to back the dinner out of the package if one or all of you do not care to do it. I can tell you, it is all inclusive and well worth it. Also, please submit pictures of your car, as we are seeking factory original, unmodified cars as a Concours normally would: [email protected]

Courtney Darden
Director of Marketing
The Williamsburg Winery &
Wedmore Place
5800 Wessex Hundred
Williamsburg, VA 23185
(757) 258-0899 Ext 120
Email: [email protected]
www.williamsburgwinery.com
www.wedmoreplace.com