Renault Winery

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Our Wedding

Years ago, in the year 2017 - Michael would DJ at Play Sports Bar. Diana was 23 years old and became friends with Michael just from frequently seeing him there! She would always request random songs and even though Michael rarely  took requests, he would play them for her. Their interest in each other was always peaked but they never did anything about it early on! Remaining friends throughout the years. Michael always remembers Diana doing the “elevator” in front of his DJ Booth dancing to the songs he played & being that “nerdy” girl. Diana always viewed Mike as the guy with the hardy, happy go lucky laugh & she was drawn to him. Michael would invite her on hikes knowing she loved nature, but something would always come up! Fast forward to 2021-  Diana finally had the courage to say yes to going on their first date on July 20th, 2021. She knew going on that first date he would be “the one” and she would end up spending the rest of her life with him. It was a gut instinct. Great things take time! And now, here we are- wedding planned and marrying the person she knew she would spend the rest of her life with.

How we met! 

Throughout the years, Michael & I were friends. When he would be Djjing at the bars, I would say “Mike why don’t you do weddings? You’re amazing. “ He responded “I DO , do weddings!!” I said: “OH in that case give me a bunch of cards & I will send everyone your way!” Fast forward to 2 years later. 2019, one of my closest friends booked him for her wedding. I remember I was SO excited he was going to be there & knew it would be a blast! Michael also was SUPER excited I would be there as well. He mentioned to all of his co-workers how I would be there etc / etc! As the wedding was going on, throughout the night - Michael and I hung out, took shots together, a couple of drinks, took funny photobooth pictures together & just enjoyed the night! Every video he took of that night for social media, I was in every single one. Again, fast forward to 2021. Michael mentioned to me “remember those Photo Booth pictures we took at the wedding?” I said “yes!” He said “well I still have it saved in my desk drawer because I knew you would come back around & this would be something. “ Till this day, we still have those photos on our fridge! I guess you can call it a gut feeling and trusting your intuition! Cheers to us & cheers to creating unforgettable memories, even back then as “friends”.

The Friendship & Intuition 

April 12th, 2023. Michael proposed! Rewind a little bit - to a last minute trip that was planned for us to go to Portugal. Michael is always the one to plan things out perfectly on our trips, knowing exactly what to do and see. So, as the co-pilot I go with the flow & ask him the weather in the certain areas we visit so I know what to pack! Michael told me that after visiting Lisbon, we were going to another part of Portugal and that we would need to take a plane to the next destination. Again, I didn’t ask questions. I went with the flow. Because of our busy work schedule beforehand, I never really asked him exactly where we would be going in Portugal for that second location. Mike was wondering how can she NOT ask about it, but I just trusted the process! Fast forward to us leaving the beautiful Benagil Caves in Portugal- on that car ride back to our hotel, I asked “So what’s the name of the next place we are going to?” Michael said : “You can only travel by boat “ I said: “In Portugal???? That sounds like Venice “ Michael : “that’s where we are going! We are going to Venice” I was OVER THE MOON happy! I was in tears! 1: because I ADORE Italy. 2: because I was craving pasta and just good food!!!! 3. I’ve always wanted to see the beautiful Venezia! The next day, was the most thought out and perfect day! We woke up SUPER early. Caught our flight & we were off! It was the greatest day ever! From adventuring around Venice, to eating amazing food, seeing landmarks, going on gondola boat rides, to every boat ride, to just walking the town. It was amazing. That night- after we had such a productive, fun filled day, we went back to our hotel room. We opened up all the windows and doors to overlook the canals and cracked open a bottle of wine. As we sat on our balcony, I threw on Michael’s hoodie & we just talked about life. We talked and talked for hours. And well, that’s when it happened. When you least expect it. Michael popped the question. I was so happy & felt like I was on top of the world.

The Proposal- April 12th, 2023 

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Hotel room block Chateau Renault Hotel 72 Bremen Ave, Egg Harbor City, NJ 08215 Phone number: 609-365-9838 https://reservations.travelclick.com/112843?groupID=3996491 Seaview Hotel, a Dolce by Wyndham 401 S New York Rd, Galloway, NJ 08205 Phone number: 609-652-1800 Online booking link for discounted wedding rate: https://book.passkey.com/e/50896406

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Travel

Renault Winery during Christmas time is very special! Think of it like a hallmark Christmas movie! From their beautiful grounds, to their Christmas village, ice skating, dining, being able to cozy up by the fire pits, while exploring the cute little shops on site! It’s a spectacular place to be around the holidays!

Renault Winery Est. 1864

Cafe’ La Fleur has the most delicious sweets and treats! Feel free to grab a bite to eat! From morning coffee runs, to nibbling on a croissant! Start your morning right at Cafe’ La Fleur! 

Cafe' La Fleur 

Enjoy a bite to eat & quench your thirst at the wonderful historical bar “Taste 1864”. Grab a seat indoors or out! Gather around one of the fire pits & cozy up next to your loved ones while enjoying the crisp December air! 

Taste 1864

New Jerseys Most Unique Golf Course! Greens Meandering Through Vineyards! Vineyard National is a public golf course with tee times from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Vineyard National Golf Course

Historic Tour and Taste of Renault takes place every Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday! This guided tour of Renaults historic winery offers seven curated pairings of their wines and Champagnes with exclusive culinary delights. The evening concludes with a dessert & wine paired flight at the beautiful Winemakers Hall.

The Historic Tour & Taste of Renault

Enjoy the crisp outdoor air while Ice Skating  right on Renaults premises! Walk through the Vintner Wonderland Village on site & you will see this amazing rink! Grab some hot cocoa & treats while taking a break from the rink!

Vintner Wonderland Ice Skating Rink

Stroll through the beautiful grounds at Renault & admire the wonderful Vintners Village! Think of it like a hallmark Christmas movie! Regional and local craft vendors & artists will be selling their goods at Renault Winery! Bring your Christmas spirit & find the perfect gifts for your loved ones this holiday season while sipping on some hot cocoa! 

Diana & Michael

Diana & Michael

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