James Ingram and Tony Cornelius Bring the Don Cornelius Family of Wines to Soul Train Cruise Guests
James Ingram and Tony Cornelius can’t wait to introduce Soul Train Cruise guests to the Don Cornelius Family of Wines Wine Club at an elegant tasting event on the upcoming cruise. Guests will savor the curated wine selections exquisitely paired with gourmet soul-food hors d’oeuvres at this ultimate epicurean experience, giving them an exclusive preview of the wine club and all it has to offer.
At the special event, a full-bodied cabernet will come alive when served with a refined take on mini ribs. A jambalaya tartlet coaxes every flavor detail from a sparkling red wine, while a crisp chardonnay lifts collard greens and ham hock empanadas into a gourmet dream. Pinot noir alongside salmon croquettes and a Riesling with a delicate shrimp canapé will make for world-class memories.
The Don Cornelius Family of Wines Wine Club is a program that showcases premier wineries from around the globe and supports the Don Cornelius Foundation for suicide prevention and mental health. It brings the wine club experience into your home by sharing wines vetted by master sommeliers and recommends the soul-food dishes that enhance their flavors. Proceeds from the sale of the wines will directly benefit the Don Cornelius Foundation, whose mission is to establish programs for awareness, prevention and support for those contemplating suicide, or for those who have lost loved ones to suicide.
The Don Cornelius Family of Wines Wine Club platform also encompasses wine education, cultural indoctrination and food pairings, with an emphasis on matching traditional soul-food meals with great-tasting varietals. “Our vision is to engage the expertise of the country’s premier sommeliers and top celebrity chefs who will offer their style and other creative options that are more suited to ethnic consumer palates and foods,” explains Tony Cornelius.
“Don Cornelius was one of the most encouraging and giving persons,” adds James Ingram. “This wine club is a perfect example of what he stood for — helping to create something special for our community while helping others at the same time.”
Love wine? Join the Don Cornelius Family of Wines Wine Club and enjoy:
Three different options to meet your lifestyle: Global Getaway Club (3 bottles delivered to you every 2 months), Global Discovery Club (6 bottles delivered to you every 3 months) and the Global Access Club (6 bottles delivered annually, perfect for collecting and entertaining). - Impeccable sourcing: Hand-crafted, boutique wines from around the world curated by a team of experts.
- Education: Tasting notes from expert sommeliers and winemakers with each shipment and an exclusive member e-newsletter.
- Convenience: Door-to-door delivery to your home or office, guaranteed satisfaction and no membership fees.
- Exclusive access: Invitations to wine club tastings, VIP packages, celebrity wine tours and tastings, special events, and more.
- Wine and Soul Food Pairing Guide, which allows you to easily pair great-tasting wine varietals with great soulful dishes to inspire your palate.