Saturday, September 20, 2025
“Last year’s first-ever Sip to Win a Trip to Napa Valley promotion was a success… we increased our sales, improved customer and consumer engagement and experienced positive brand visibility. Building on that momentum, relaunching the promotion presents an excellent opportunity to further drive growth of the Harbour Wines portfolio through experiences. Because, when last have you seen grapevines growing in Jamaica?” said Dr Debbian Spence-Minott, commercial manager, Harbour Wines & Spirits.
She had just introduced two of three winners of the Napa Valley promotion to just under 100 guests who had gathered at the residence of the Argentine ambassador, in Stony Hill on Sunday, September 14 for the campaign launch.
In April 2026, two lucky winners will be heading to Mendoza, Argentina, for an all-expense-paid five-day, four-night experience that not only includes wine-tastings, but also an appreciation of the Argentinian culture, landscape and amazing cuisine.
Page 2 wraps coverage of the event.
Photographer: Naphtali Junior
¡Arriba! Toasting to fruitful partnerships were (from left) Argentine Ambassador to Jamaica Marcelo Balbi Calvo; Harbour Wines & Spirits Commercial Manager Dr Debbian Spence-Minott; and Trio Grill Wine Bar co-principal Carlos Max Brown. Naphtali Junior
Checking In Carland Investments Limited principal Tariq Malik and his wife Samina were also on the guest list. Naphtali Junior
All Smiles Fitness professional Rose Tavares-Finson (left) and First Global Bank director Minna Israel shared lens time during the festivities. Naphtali Junior
Priceless View Argentine Ambassador to Jamaica Marcelo Balbi Calvo (left) shared his balcony view of Kingston’s dazzling night-time skyline with Hyundai Jamaica Managing Director Luz Tejada-Edwards and her husband, Nestlé Regional Manager Rory Edwards. Naphtali Junior
Perfect Melody Guests were treated to the soothing stylings of saxophonist Tafane Buchsaecab. Naphtali Junior
Mía Mendoza Harbour Wines Brand Ambassador Dejonae Manderson (right) uncorked a bottle of Zuccardi Q Malbec for JN Bank e-Business Manager Shantoya Gapour. Naphtali Junior
Double Take British High Commission Vice-Consul Yasmin Conroy (right) was snapped with consular officer Marion Waite. Naphtali Junior
