Crispin Woodhead, our CEO, captures the spirit of this partnership:

“At the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment we care deeply about the details: every phrase we play is shaped by curiosity and a drive for excellence. Ambriel shares that same spirit in their winemaking. It’s a meeting of minds and of craft.”

This partnership is also a celebration of family. Ambriel is proudly family-owned, and at the OAE, our players are at the heart of everything we do. We are sustained by the enthusiasm and generosity of our family of supporters—and we’re thrilled to extend that family to include Ambriel.

Ambriel’s co-founder Wendy Outhwaite echoes that enthusiasm:

“Ambriel is delighted to partner with the fabulous Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment. The OAE is by far our favourite orchestra. We admire their skill, independence, quirkiness and ebullient joy. Surely no orchestra has done more to educate and bring music to everyone? It is going to be a great season, and we honestly just can’t wait.”

Ambriel’s sparkling wines will be available at our interval and post-concert receptions, as well as at the special events planned to celebrate our 40th anniversary year. We’re proud to share this landmark season with a partner who brings such joy and craftsmanship to everything they do.