It was a wonderful day for the Guglielmo (Gool-yell-mo, not googley-elmo) Winery Bridal Open House. I was invited to the winery by Event Manager Colleen Fawcett for this event so I’d be able to meet with the preferred vendors familiar with the site all at the same time. I had a great time meeting with the other pro’s but would love to start by writing about the winery itself.
One of the nice things about this winery is that it’s located just off Hwy 101 in Morgan Hill. The venue is a working winery and is situated just off the vineyards. There’s a lot of stonework, a beautiful fountain, stained glass, and huge lawn area that serves as the ceremony and reception area for larger groups. There is also a really nice courtyard which is great for the the cocktail hour or for smaller events. There’s also a great stage area for the entertainment and a large area for dancing. A bridal suite, perfect for getting ready and for making the grand entrance, as well as a grooms room, are included with the site and are well appointed. Although umbrellas are included, having the reception tented is another option available to the couple.
There is also the Heritage Room which is perfect for the more intimate gathering of up to 80 (rehearsal dinner’s definitely a possibility) or a smaller wedding of apx 45 with dancing. Creative lighting would definitely be cool in this room.
Now, on to the wedding pro’s I had the pleasure of meeting…
Debbie from I Do Wedding Cakes – just had the chance to hang out with her at the San Juan Oaks Bridal Show and she’s always smiling! www.morganhillbakery.com or www.idoweddingcakes.biz
Scott from Custom Creations Photography. The winery is basically his stomping ground but he travels all over. www.customcreationsphoto.com
Lori from Panetta’s Catering and home of the famous Chicken Madiera www.panettascatering.com
Nasreen fro Floral Creations by Nasreen – wonderful designs and a lot of experience with Indian celebrations www.floralcreationsbynasreen.com
Chris from Cali Entertainment DJ’s – www.calientertainment.com
Jose from Eclipse Productions – www.eclipse-productions.com
Steve at Gunther’s Catering – OMG, Prime Rib to die for! www.guntherscatering.com
Tom from Infinity Productions – They did my wedding video ions ago so I know they’re good! www.infinityproductions.com
Karen from Karen Tamaki Photography – www.karentamaki.com
Isaac from Good Times Entertainment – one cool thing they do is lighting including uplights and gobo lighting. www.goodtimesent.com
Michi’s Floral Design – she’s so awesome, does such creative floral design and such a sweetheart but I’ll need to add her info when I come back to this and locate it.
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- Ceremony area
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- Stage and dance floor
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- Stained glass
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- Love it!
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- Overlooking the vineyard
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- Colleen from Gulielmo Winery
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- Michi’s flowers
I’ve attached a few images but it really needs to be seen in person to be appreciated – plus it never hurts to try some of their fabulous Reisling, or Almond Champagne (yes, almond champagne and it was FABULOUS, considering I’ve never liked champagne). For a tour or if you have any questions at all, give Colleen a call at 408-779-2145 or drop her an e-mail at eventcenter@guglielmowinery.comor check out their website at guglielmowinery.com and tell ‘em Patty sent ya!