Since first laying eyes on each other across a crowded room on New Year’s Eve in 2008, Andrea and Rob Medford knew they had something special. That feeling was confirmed when Rob surprised Andrea with an engagement ring during a weekend trip where he was teaching her how to fly-fish. When she opened a box of flies, she found a gorgeous diamond ring nestled among them, with Rob suddenly on his knee as he proposed.

The couple selected Dahlonega’s Montaluce Winery and Estates for their wedding and reception. They were inspired by the Tuscan feel of the winery itself, as well as the mountains and vineyards that surround it. They carried that feel throughout their wedding by enhancing the location’s natural charms with sunflowers and wine-inspired details, like using wine corks for table numbers and place settings.  Lovely floral centerpieces from Gardenia Floral Designs complimented the rustic theme by incorporating sunflowers in the centerpieces. A sunflower motif was also used on all wedding stationery, which was designed by Alvin Diec.

The bride and groom wanted an intimate ceremony and reception, and were very pleased when they ended up sharing their day, July 31, 2010, with 85 of their closest friends and family. A special moment occurred when the pastor asked all the guests in attendance to confirm their commitment to Andrea and Rob’s union. The wedding also incorporated several other personal touches. A DJ worked closely from a list the couple provided of their favorite songs, and the scrumptious wedding cake was crafted by a friend of the family.