TESS ANKENY
CS, CSW, CWE
Meet the Owner
Owner Tess Ankeny has more than a decade of wine industry experience. She is a Certified Sommelier (CS) through the Court of Master Sommeliers, as well as a Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) and Certified Wine Educator (CWE) through the Society of Wine Educators.
She has a deep knowledge of the industry, with expertise in event
coordination and wine club management. In addition, she has experience in tasting room and wine bar service and working in large-scale wine and liquor distribution.
Originally from Texas, Tess honed her experience working in southern
California and the Washington, D.C. metro, and now happily calls Colorado home. Tess loves hiking in the mountains with her family, traveling, baking, and the sound of popping Champagne bottles.
Testimonials
Our wine tasting with Flights was one of my favorite parts of wedding planning. The evening Tess hosted for us was engaging, thoughtful, and a lot of fun! Her expertise made the process of choosing the perfect wines effortless, especially for someone like me who appreciates good wine but isn’t always confident knowing what to try. Tess’s approach was warm, down to earth, and tailored to our tastes and budget, making the experience both memorable and easy. The wines we selected were a huge hit with our guests and added a really special touch to our celebration. If you’re in need of wine consultation for your wedding or event, I wholeheartedly recommend Flights!
– A.Y., Former Client
I am beyond grateful for the exceptional wine recommendations that Tess Ankeny of Flights Wine Events + Consulting provided for my daughter and son-in-law’s wedding celebration at River Bend in Lyons, CO! From the very beginning, Tess listened closely to our vision and thoughtfully curated a wine selection that felt both personal and celebratory.
Beyond her excellent recommendations, Tess handled every logistical detail of our wine order with professionalism and care. She coordinated directly with the wine shop, managed the tasting selections, helped us calculate quantities, and submitted the final order. Having her manage this process took a huge weight off our shoulders during a very busy planning period!
From start to finish, our experience with Tess was exceptional. Her expertise, attentiveness, and genuine enthusiasm added something truly special to the celebration. We couldn’t have asked for a better partner in creating an unforgettable wedding day!
– S.M., Former Client