Guide to Wine Podcast: Episode 60

The Ultimate Guide to Hosting a Wine Tasting Party at Home

​​Air Date: Wednesday, July 10th 2024

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So, you want to host a wine tasting party at home but you have a lot of questions? And the biggest question is where do you even begin!? Plus:

How many people should you invite?

What kind of wine should you have and what order should you sample it in?

I’m answering all of these questions and more on today’s episode! We’ll dive into how to choose a theme, how to set the scene for your party, how to select which wines you will have, how to approach the tasting process with enthusiasm and moderation, and so much more!

So, if you are ready to avoid the common mistakes that I often see during a wine tasting party and you are ready to throw a fun and educational event for you and your friends, press play and listen in!

Are you ready to host a wine tasting party in your home but don’t want to do it on your own? Book a Cork & Fizz tasting!

1. In-Person Tastings (Greater Seattle Area)
2. Virtual Wine Tastings (Worldwide)
3. Blind Wine Tastings (Virtual or In-Person)

Resources:

• Free Wine Tasting Guide - www.corkandfizz.com/free-wine-tasting-guide.html​
• DIY Wine Tasting Club Kit (digital download) - https://www.corkandfizz.com/store/p35/diy-wine-tasting-club-downloadable-kit.html
• Custom Wine Tasting Placemat (digital download) - https://www.corkandfizz.com/store/p34/custom-wine-tasting-placemat.html
• Guide to Wine: Episode 1 - My 4-Step Wine Tasting Method to Build your Wine Confidence

Episode Highlights:

• My first experience with hosting a wine tasting party
• What is the optimal group size for a wine tasting party
• Who should you invite to your wine tasting party
• When is the best time to host your wine tasting party
• Should you have a theme for your wine tasting party
• What supplies you need for your party
• Food and palate cleansers
• Setting the scene
• What order to taste the wine in

Don't Forget to Download my Free Wine Tasting Guide!  - https://www.corkandfizz.com/free-wine-tasting-guide

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