Santé - 10th Annual Toronto International Wine Festival
May 5-10, 2008

Santé is the ultimate wine and culinary festival experience designed to appeal to all wine lovers - Oenophiles to enthusiasts. Get set to experience one of the world’s truly outstanding wine festivals that features amazing vintages, world-famous winemakers, celebrity chefs and spectacular cuisine in a wide range of entertaining events at spectacular Toronto venues.


May 5-10, 2008
  May 5, 2008: 7:00pm
May 7, 2008: 7:00pm
May 8, 2008: 7:00pm
May 9, 2008: 7:00pm
May 10, 2008: 8:00pm
Landmark Australia
May 5, 2008: 7:00pm-9:30pm
Venue: Park Hyatt
The Landmark Australia tasting is Toronto’s premier opportunity to experience a tutored tasting led by Michael Hill-Smith MW, Australia’s first distinguished Master of Wine. Experience world-class, collectable wines in this unique comparative line-up of top Aussie drops.
Hosted at the exclusive Park Hyatt, the Landmark Australia tasting is one in a series of three to be held in New York & London and now touching down in Toronto for a first Canadian appearance. Mr. Hill-Smith MW will present cellar treasures and as evenings go, this is destined to be a memorable wine tasting experience. If you appreciate fine wine, don't miss this chance!

International Wine Tasting
May 7, 2008: 7:00pm-10:00pm
Venue: The Carlu
It’s back and it’s better than ever. New and tempting discoveries await everyone at the International Wine Tasting.
More than 40 international wineries will be making their premiere appearance at Santé introducing wine lovers to exciting new vintages and the craftsman who created them.
Hosted inside the magnificent club-style ambiance of The Carlu, the International Wine Tasting is Toronto’s passport to the largest and most diverse collection of wines and wineries under one roof, including an unprecedented number of Australian and Californian treasures guaranteed to tantalize the taste buds and seduce the senses.

California Cruisin'
May 8, 2008: 7:00pm-10:00pm
Venue: ROM
Hang ten along the sun-drenched coast of one of the world’s most breath-taking visitor destinations. Inspired by the finest vintages of the Napa and Sonoma Valleys, California Cruisin’ opens your world to the sights, culture and unique flavours of America’s Golden State. Imagine yourself surrounded by ancient redwoods, riding the wave at Big Sir, exploring quaint Pacific towns or taking a long romantic stroll along the rich vineyards of California’s picturesque wine lands. This is a special night designed to deliver an unparalleled taste of California. Three of Toronto’s young celebrity chefs who revel in the flavours of California will be on hand. Chef Ben Heaton, Globe Bistro; Chef Gordon Mackie, Far Niente; and, Chef Michael Steh, Reds Bistro will create sun drenched appetizers that will complement the California grape perfectly. Several of the wines featured this evening will not be available at any other Santé: Toronto International Wine Festival event. Indeed, some of the reserves being poured this night by experienced California craftsmen may only be experienced at California wineries by special appointment. But you can make your appointment now and spend an evening California Cruisin’ without leaving Toronto!

Santé Down Under
May 9, 2008: 7:00pm-10:00pm
Venue: Hart House
Think you know all you need to know about Australian wines? Think again. Australia stands still for nobody, and her vibrant wine scene is bursting with exciting new flavours and pairing opportunities.
Santé has traveled down under to import the best of traditional and cosmopolitan Australia to Toronto for one spectacular evening of music and great food complemented with extraordinary wines. Australian cuisine is breaking free from its Mediterranean and Asian influences to create a gourmet menu infused with the spice-like qualities of local plant life. Santé Down Under brings these new dishes alive with 18 wineries selected specially for the evening.
Whether you are planning a trip to Australia or just fancy relaxing with something bold, tasteful and different, Santé Down Under is your one chance to explore today’s Australia and experience a fresh look on some old favourites.

Celebrating The 10th ON THE 10th
May 10, 2008: 8:00pm-11:00pm
Venue: Hazelton Lanes
It’s been ten great years and one wonderful week. And it’s not over yet. Bon Appétit, America’s favourite food and entertaining magazine is arriving in Canada to toast Santé’s tenth anniversary in style. Held at Toronto’s luxurious Hazelton Lane’s, Cat Cora, Bon Appétit’s executive chef and only female American Iron Chef is promising a menu to melt the heart of even the most discriminating epicurean. Joining Chef Cora for this grand finale will be Toronto Celebrity Chefs: Corbin Tomaszeski of Holt’s Café and Food Network Canada’s Restaurant Makeover; and, Greg Coulliard of the Spice Room and Manyata. Featuring wines selected exclusively for the occasion, Celebrating the 10th on the 10th will be the ideal capper to say thanks and adieu to ten magnificent years and pass the torch to the 11th annual Santé: Toronto International Wine Festival.



Groups of ten or more save up to 10%

Event Name
Group Ticket Price
Landmark Australia
 $81.00 (plus tax and service charge)
International Tasting $58.50 (plus tax and service charge)
California Cruisin' $67.50 (plus tax and service charge)
Santé Down Under $45.00 (plus tax and service charge)
Celebrating The 10th ON THE 10th $76.50 (plus tax and service charge)

Minimum Order: 10 tickets
The Sony Centre for the Performing Arts
The Sony Centre for the Performing Arts
1 Front Street East
Toronto, On. M5E 1B2


Directions:

From QEW/Lakeshore/Gardiner:
Exit Yonge Street then North to Front Street.
 

From 401 West: Take 427 South to QEW, Exit Yonge Street then North to Front Street.

From 401 East: Exit DVP South to Richmond Street, Richmond Street to Yonge Street, then South to Front Street.

Parking:
A number of indoor and outdoor public parking lots located in the area.

Public Transportation:
TTC Subway to Union Station, walk East to Yonge Street.
OR
Subway to King Station, walk South to Front.

1. What is the attire?
Most guests wear business casual or semi-formal attire.

2. Are meals served?
No. Light refreshments are served so we recommend having dinner prior to the event.

3. Should we arrive on time?
Most guests do arrive at the start time.
Groups of ten or more save up to 10% off regular ticket prices.

• Payment: Full payment is due at time of booking.

Note: All sales are final. There are no exchanges or refunds.