Passport to the World of Wine
Passport to the World of Wine *
Unstructured learning in a social setting
pass' port n. Something that gives one the right or privilege of passage, entry, or acceptance
A reception can be more than cocktails
or the standard house Chardonnay or Merlot
Expand your wine knowledge as you visit wine stations comparing similar grape types from different regions of the world and/or different grapes from the same climate; Explore the aromas of oak vs non-oaked wines. And yes, a passport IS required. You will receive your passport upon entering the venue and will have it stamped as you tour through the wine stations. In it you will read about the wines you have tasted and the regions you have explored. Each program is unique and the theme is yours to choose if you wish. Your Passport uses your Company's logo throughout. Wine stations are manned by one of our wine professionals prepared to answer all your questions. This is a great way to learn about wines and meet more people as you move around the room. Your Passport is yours to keep as a reference and memento of the evening.
Can-Do Fondue!
can-do adj. Informal Marked by a willingness to tackle a job and get it done
fon'due also fon'du n. A hot dish consisting of a melted sauce in which pieces of food, such as bread, meat, or fruit, are dipped or cooked: chocolate fondue.
Unwind, learn and have fun with this
fun interactive wine & dessert fondue party with a twist!
Program length: 2 hours
1. Learn the 5 'S's of wine tasting
2. Explore basic wine and dessert pairing principles
3. Circulate past each fondue pot to sample a different dessert recipe.
4. Skewer fruit, cake and other assorted goodies to dip into each of the fondue pots.
5. Enjoy your treats with sparkling, red and dessert wines.
Compare and contrast flavors
Learn how different chocolates (white, milk and dark) pair differently with wines.
Put your newly developed wine tasting skills and food pairing principles to work.
Bring your sweet tooth! Leave the clean-up to us.
How to Wine and Dine Your Way to Success
The Ultimate Corporate Wine & Dine Etiquette Program
Etiquette: (n) rules governing socially acceptable behavior
Many deals are struck over the dinner table. Corporate etiquette may actually make or break the deal. Want to know your way around the wine list? Learn how to get the sommelier on your side? From what to do with the cork when placed on the table, to how to pass the salt...these skills will serve you well in both the corporate and social world.
WINE
Do you shrink from the wine list when it*s presented to the table?
Do you know what to do with the cork when it*s placed beside you?
How much wine should you order for your table?
Can you switch from white to red during a meal?
When (and why) is it OK to send a glass of wine or bottle back?
Should screw caps be avoided?
DINE
Which bread and butter plate is mine?
Is that my water glass...or yours?
What do I do with my napkin when I leave the table?
How do I signal that I have finished eating?
Learn the answers to these questions and more, as well as how to taste
and analyze wine in a friendly non-judgmental atmosphere where no
questions are off limits!
TOPICS
1. The 6 factors influencing every wine*s style
2. Identifying wine faults
3. The 5 *S*s* of wine tasting
4. Basic wine and food pairing principles
5. Selecting wine for dinner
6. How to read a wine label
7. Navigating a restaurant wine list
8. Dining Etiquette
Program length: 2 hours
Wine Dinners
Wine dinners are built on the principle that wines selected for a particular dish's flavors and spices will greatly enhance both the wine and food experience when matched correctly. Each course is paired with one or two wines to compliment the meal. A description of each wine and why it has been selected is offered between each course. It is a social evening and can serve as the culmination of your program.
