Our Sommeliers Deliver The REALLY Canadian Good Stuff
There has never been a better time to discover Canadian wine, craft cider, artisan cheese and small-batch coffee beans. But where to start?
For nearly two decades, all of us in the Savvy Team have been seeking out the best to deliver the REALLY good stuff to you.
Our Sommeliers are eager to introduce you to dynamic Canadians involved in these businesses that we’ve discovered. We showcase their talent with the parcels that we curate and deliver to our subscribers every month, our special ‘surprise’ packs as well our personalized gifts and ever popular events.
Count on us to be your go-to source! Whether you order from our online Savvy Store, attend a Savvy Event in person or virtually, or have us curate a special gift, we will always deliver… with a smile!

It’s the Ultimate Way to Support Local!
We Have A REALLY Great Team

Debbie Trenholm – Founder & Sommelier
Debbie established Savvy Company (originally The Savvy Grapes) to promote Canadian wines to Canadians. For over twenty years, Debbie along with her team of Sommeliers have connected Canadian winemakers to consumer by hosting creative events, 100% Canadian subscription based clubs and Sommelier curated parcels delivered to your home or office.
We are proud that in 2021, Debbie was recognized by the Canadian wine industry with the honour of Wine Industry Champion. This award is presented by Wine Growers Canada recognized her unparalleled leadership, commitment and unrelentless support to Canadian wines. In 2025, Wines in Niagara named Debbie as ‘A Maverick’ in the industry.

Shirley Roy – Community Manager, Sommelier & Media Relations
Before pursuing her keen interest in the wine industry, Shirley was heard on the radio airwaves. Shirley joined the Savvy Team after completing her Sommelier accreditation.
And now she leverages her extensive media background and connections to amplify the backstories about the dynamic people in the industries we work with. She is the Editor-in-Chief of our Savvy Inside Scoop Newspaper. When you call us, she is the first voice you’ll hear and the one with the big smile that will greet you at our events.

Meet More of the Savvy Team
There are many incredible people who are involved in the Savvy Team. Here are some of the others who make the magic happen:
| Becca: | Social Media Manager |
|---|---|
| Shirley: | Editor of Savvy Inside Scoop Newspaper |
| Sharon: | Accountant |
| Lori: | Savvy Sommelier |
| Melanie: | Savvy Sommelier |
| Karen: | Savvy Sommelier |
| Sue: | Event Manager and Custom Gifts |
| David: | Savvy Sommelier |
| Doug: | Savvy Sommelier |
| Justyna & Bernie: | Photographers who makes us look good! |
| Michelle: | Web Strategist |
| Nabil: | Web Guru |
…and there are always more working in the background