1. General Tasting Seminar
Everyone wants to know what's relevant about wine and how to develop their palate. Let's do this together the casual way. I bring the wines to you and as we go through each, we cover the basics and how to make this information useful in social situations.
Great for:
Company happy hour/team building event
Client Appreciation or Incentive
Executive Offsite meeting or retreat
Private in-home celebrations
Bachelorette/bachelor party
Includes:
Bringing the wine. I usually recommend 3-6 wines.
Wine 101: terminology, etiquette, tasting methodology
Food Pairing Principles
Ordering Wine at a Restaurant
Traditional Wine Styles and the Winemaking Involved
Any of topic of interest you or your group have in the world of wine!
General Tasting Seminar using 6 wines for a group of couples in Minneapolis
Tasting Station at a large Holiday party
2. Tasting Station at Existing Event
For larger parties, it might be tough to hold everyone's attention. Happy to run my own tasting station, entertaining small groups as they mingle or visit other stations throughout the venue. I recommend showcasing 3-6 wines and can bring my own materials for my table.
Great for:
Larger celebrations
Trade shows
Fundraiser
Auction
Includes:
Bringing the wine. I usually recommend 3-6 wines.
Table prep, setup, and cleanup
Chilling vessels (and ice if needed)
Printed wine information (if needed)
3. Sommelier-guided Food and Wine Pairing
Deep dive into food and wine pairings! I work with you, your chef or your caterer on pairing 1-2 wines for each snack or course at a group dinner, casual gathering or banquet. We'll talk about wine as you relax and eat!
Great for:
Small in-home dinners
Catered events (I can partner with the food provider)
Educational Seminar
Casual Company Happy Hour with snacks
Includes:
Bringing the wine. I usually recommend 3-6 wines.
Food Pairing Principles
Guided pairing
Educational pairing Seminar
How to order wine at a restaurant
Syrah and snacks for a food and wine pairing event
Keynote Speech on Italian wines for a company wine dinner
4. Corporate Wine Events
Ok, the Casual Somm can be a little formal sometimes if necessity calls. If you're looking to woo some clients, show staff appreciation, or sponsor a staff team building, a slightly more structured wine event might be for you.
Great for:
Educational Seminar
Client appreciation or incentives
Executive off-site meetings
Keynote Speech
Company Banquet or Gala
Includes:
Bringing the wine. I usually recommend 3-6 wines.
Wine 101: terminology, etiquette, tasting methodology
Food Pairing Principles
Ordering Wine at a Restaurant
Traditional Wine Styles and the Winemaking Involved
Any of topic of interest you or your group have in the world of wine!
5. Themed Wine Workshops
You know your stuff, and you're ready to delve a little deeper. Based on your preference for regional-focus, exploration of a certain style, palate development, wine games, etc. I will organize the right type of event for you and your group. Typically best for smaller groups that know a bit about wine already and are open to getting a little nerdy!
Ideas:
Old World vs. New World
Regional Focus eg. exploring the wines of South Africa or the wines of Barolo, Italy
Grape/style Focus eg. compare-and-contrast tasting of Pinot Noirs from all over the world
Blind Tasting
Food and Wine Pairing
Includes:
Bringing the wine. I usually recommend 3-6 wines.
Flexibility on your preference!
Wines selected for an Italian-focused tasting
Rundown of the wines for a wedding with the bride
6. Consulting Services
Situations when you don't necessarily need me there. I can help with selection, transportation and general wine consultation to make things easier on you.
Great for:
Selecting & transporting wines for a wedding, bridal shower, engagement party, etc
Selecting & transporting wines for a company or fundraising event
Selecting & transporting wines for a casual gathering
Includes:
Selecting and transporting wine. I usually recommend 3-6 wines.
Other:
Cellar Reorganization
Inventory Management
Wine Sourcing