A historical exploration of Vlad Dracula the Impaler versus Bram Stoker’s Dracula mystique, accompanied by numismatics and the flavors of Stoker Wines.
Join a captivating experience of history and legend as we uncover the truth behind one of the most misunderstood and enigmatic figures of the 15th century—Vlad III of Wallachia, known to history as Vlad the Impaler and to legend as the inspiration for Dracula. We do this through historical facts, pictures, maps, readings, and rare visuals, bringing the brutal world of the 15th-century Wallachia vividly to life. Guests will be entertained about the truth behind Vlad the Impaler’s life, will learn how Bram Stoker was inspired by this medieval ruler and other Transylvanian stories, to place part of the action from his famous novel Dracula, in Romanian lands. Also, the guests will captivate their senses with a selection of Wallachian wines from Stoker Winery, thoughtfully paired to evoke the Dracula spirit – complex red blends and a deep rose that speak of ancient cellars and moonlit nights.
Event schedule (tentative)
Welcome tasting of the Stoker Wines Rose – The Bride; how Bram Stoker discovered “Dracula” (research conducted by Dacre Stoker).
Presentation of Stoker Winery: event facilities, history, grapes, current production process.
Tasting of a Stoker Wines Red Blend – The Castle; introduction to the concept of “Responsible Vampire Tourism.”
Vlad the Impaler’s life: childhood, first reign, meaningful experiences (1431 – 1456); main and most meaningful reign (1456 – 1462); imprisonment, third reign and death (1462 – 1476).
Tasting of a Stoker Wines Red Blend – The Invite / Is He Dead?
Dracula ties to Romania: Bram Stoker notes, Emily Gerard (research conducted by Dacre Stoker).
Numismatics: exploration of medieval coins from Vlad the Impaler’s time and coins from Bram Stoker time.
Tasting of a Stoker Wines Red Blend – Dracula Village
This experience is ideally offered to groups of ten to 20 people and can be purchased as an add-on to Dracula-related tours and experiences. For collaborations, contact Radu at email roprea2000@yahoo.com or phone +40723342410.