There are lots of tasting events that are open to the public. If you live in a big city or close to a wine region, there's a good chance that they do a couple of big annual wine events. I'm a West Coast Canadian girl, so every year I attend the Vancouver International Wine Festival. It is an incredible wine show and is widely credited as the best wine event in North America. There are over 800 wines being poured from about 15 different countries, and each year has a theme region or country. It's a great opportunity to meet winemakers and owners and ask them questions about the wines you're tasting. Even if you're a wine newbie, there are so many people at these things that no one would even know! It's an opportunity to blend, learn, and taste.
Source: vanwinefest.ca
These events usually offer multiple seminars as well. There will usually be a cost, but if you want to understand the small ins and outs of certain wines or regions, the cost is totally worth it. Trust me ;)
Do you want to know the difference between a Australian Shiraz and a French Syrah? A Oregon Pinot Noir vs. a New Zealand Pinot Noir? Napa Chardonnay vs. a Hawkes Bay Chardonnay? These seminars are where you can learn (and taste!) the difference. Are you starting to wonder why you haven't been going to these all along?!
Make time in your schedule to attend at least one and see how you like it. The worst case scenario would be that you went to a wine tasting on a Wednesday afternoon. At least you can mention it over brunch with friends and sound sophisticated yet humble ;)
Thanks for reading <3
Jen
Blech! I can’t stand it when people hold a wine glass like they’re handing out a business card. When did that ever take place? Nothing says douchebag more.
Meh. There's always gonna be haters :)
There aren't events like this near where I live. Looks like it might be interesting.
I love a good cabernet sauvignon from time to time.
Great post my friend.
nice post. cheers
I've been thinking to go to this one last year, but I guess I forgot about it. Thanks for sharing .. I guess I can go this year then :)
cheers! :)))
How nice if there is this kind of event in a nearby place. But sadly, wine is not somewhat part of our culture. Maybe Rum hahaha.. Since you are Canadian and history tells us that French have been in your lands in the past then I presume that you people love wine as French do. Cheers :)
Red wine is the most amazing drink, and also good for our heart. I went to Italy to learn how to drink it properly :))
"Good wine praises itself." - Dutch Proverb. There is nothing like wine for conjuring up feelings of contentment and goodwill. Salute!
Great event , wish I was there.
I lived in Brazil, a place not very popular with wines. But whenever I had a chance I would also go to wine events, that was the best way to learn, and of course, enjoy the moment!
I enjoy wine also, not a big connoisseur but every now and then I like enjoying a glass of Pinot Noir or tempranillo wine .
I should go more often to wine tasting events😁
I have never been to a wine party before tho. Hopefully, i would use the money i earn from here and my side hustle to try and attend one. Thanks
nice one. enjoy life.
We live in Central Pennsylvania and have a lot of wineries in our area...big and small. We have attended two and they are a lot of fun and I have learned so much about wine and choosing the correct one for my pallate. Enjoyed your post.
Wine is incredibly good haha buuut don't stick to it! There should be more events like that, that includes rum, beer, even vodka! Is awesome how much you can taste in those drinks.
Me encanta la humildad y el vino también que rico.
I love these and have been doing these for a long time, making many friends along the way. 2 year ago I spent 4 weeks in napa valley and tasted over 700 different wines, just short of my 1000 challenge.
I tasted an ice wine from Ontario from your country, this was outstanding
Wine events sounds fun except I personally would love and prefer a cheese eating event.
NICE! I do not really know anything about wine but I want to know more. Good reminder that I need to find a few events in my area and learn more.
nice!!! It's always been my dream to join this kind of event. one day, some day. I would wear wine as my perfume .
Do you drink the wine or just taste it? Because i would probably be drunk after a couple of hours
I just love the New Zealand Sav. Blanc wines. Too easy to drink though.
Definitely Sweetheart! Love wine events and the fact that one can freely chat with the wine makers is a thrill on itself! Smiles;-
Thanks sweetheart for concluding this beautiful content like this;-
Keep steeming Dearie! I love you a lot.
Bonjour!! C'était fantastique.
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I totally agree. Wine is such an acquired taste. Just when I say I don't like a particular wine I find a brand and vintage of that wine that is just divine. An event like this would be perfect for me. ☺