As a VINOvations partner and wannabee sommelier, there is no questioning my love for a quality glass of wine. I am always trying new varieties and sharing them with friends & family when a notable one comes along. Thanks to my friends at VINOvations I am able to try a new case every single month! But, if you are unfamiliar with the territory it can be hard to understand how to taste and what you are tasting!
One of the best ways I have learned about wine has been through in-person courses. VINO Is Life holds Wine Down Wednesday classes every week (because #WineWednesday) at their HQ in Sharon, Massachusetts in addition to their more specialty tastings and larger events throughout Greater Boston. These make for a fun date night between you and your SO, girlfriends or even on your own!
With Fall here, I wanted to share their updated events calendar so you can sign up for yourself.
- Boston Harbor Sunset Sip ‘n Sail – The Tupelo Honey is scheduled to set sail from 1 Marina Park Drive in Boston Harbor on October 2nd at 6:30 PM with hosts Missa Capozza and Captain Don. Get tickets HERE.
- Wine Down Wednesdays – Visit the Vinovations HQ in Sharon, MA to taste exclusive taps of red and white wine for FREE. This is a great way to try new varieties and mingle with other wine lovers. RSVP HERE.
- Kickass Wine & Chocolate Pairings – This event brings two of my favorite things together. You can learn all things chocolate and wine from Educator Keith Newins (yum) at Staples Pro Services in Danvers, MA on October 8th from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Sign up HERE.
- Clink in the Holidays – End of October means holidays are just around the bend. This event on October 24th from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at Staples Pro Services in Brighton, MA will have you ready for hosting, gifting and drinking. To learn from Educator Missa Capozzo sign up HERE.
If you are just looking to order and enjoy wines in the comfort of your own home, consider signing up for the Official VINO is Life Wine Club. Right now I receive 6 bottles of delectable reds to pair with my weekly dinners. It means I hardly ever have to go to the liquor store (or ‘packie’) for my goods.
Pro Tip: You can save one or two bottles around the holidays to bring as a hostess gift!
You can choose 2, 4, 6 or 12 bottles and have them delivered every month, 2 or 3 months or annually. PLUS you get to pick red, white or both! Save 20% OFF your membership by using the link HERE when you sign up.
All wines we tasted were fantastic, but we settled on the Cab and a short walk down a shady limestone path to a multi-level covered deck overlooking the San Marcos River to enjoy watching folks tubing the river and the pleasant breezes.