Starting something new is always daunting. Stepping out of your comfort zone, striving to do your best, and navigating through unfamiliar territory can be overwhelming, but it’s also exhilarating. I feel incredibly fortunate that Lucia and Darren from The Naughty Grape have given me such a fantastic opportunity to represent their brand as an ambassador.
Though I’m still new to the wine world and finding my feet, this experience is helping me grow into something beautiful. For the first time, I truly feel like I belong and like I’ve found my place in the wine industry.
My first outing as a brand ambassador took place at none other than the Slovakian Embassy in London. What a fitting and prestigious place to begin this adventure. The event featured 12 tables, each represented by wineries and importers. I was a mix of nerves and excitement, as I always put pressure on myself to succeed. But I reminded myself: this is a journey, and I’m here to learn.
Lucia and Darren welcomed me warmly, immediately putting me at ease. I had so many ideas I was eager to bring to life, so I got straight to work capturing media and content from the event.
Before this, I had already been creating content for some of the wineries present, including Terra Parna and Grand Bari. Meeting their teams in person and hearing how much they appreciated my work was deeply rewarding. It was a real confidence boost that told me I was on the right path.
I also connected with several of The Naughty Grape’s represented wineries, including Erik Dorusinec and Dom Baranek from Vino Matyšák. With their impressive backgrounds as sommeliers in prestigious venues and their deep knowledge of Slovak wines, we had inspiring conversations that captured the essence of their brand.
One of the most comforting parts of the day was having my good friend Haydy by my side. We make a strong team at these events, sharing similar ideas and passion for wine. Her support and wine wisdom always give me that extra confidence.
This event was a major learning experience. I was inspired watching everyone speak so passionately about their wines, and I feel privileged to have captured that passion in the media I created. It was also a very well-organised event, and I was made to feel relaxed and welcomed throughout.
Now I’m stocked with new wines to try, share, and talk about, I’m more excited than ever for what lies ahead. This is just the beginning, and I can’t wait to continue this journey in the wine world.
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