A Virtual Wine Tasting With A Female Sommelier

Host a memorable virtual wine tasting with a female sommelier, designed to bring colleagues, clients or friends together for a lively and educational experience.

During this online wine tasting, your expert host will guide participants through a carefully selected range of wines while sharing insights into tasting techniques, grape varieties and winemaking traditions. Guests will learn how to identify aromas, understand structure and recognise the distinctive characteristics of different wines.

The session is designed to be welcoming and accessible for everyone — whether your group contains wine beginners or seasoned enthusiasts. Your sommelier will encourage conversation throughout the tasting, inviting guests to compare impressions, share tasting notes and ask questions.

Participants can choose from four curated tasting menus featuring wines selected for balance, variety and quality. For organisations looking for something more bespoke, we can also design a custom wine tasting menu tailored to your event.

Optional cheese or chocolate pairings can be included to complement the wines and add another layer of enjoyment to the experience.

This format works particularly well for virtual team socials, corporate celebrations, networking events and client appreciation experiences, offering a sophisticated yet relaxed activity for groups of all sizes.

Wine tasting kits can be delivered across the UK and internationally, and the experience can be adapted to suit your event goals.

OUR STANDARD EVENT FORMAT:

–> Welcome & Introduction – Your female sommelier host greets guests and introduces the experience, with the option for an opening message from your team.
–> Wine Tasting Fundamentals – Learn how professionals evaluate wine using sight, aroma and taste.
–> Guided Tasting Session – Taste each wine together while your sommelier explains the background, grape varieties and flavour profile of each selection.
–> Optional Pairings – Add a cheese pairing to complement the wines and enhance the tasting experience.
–> Final Q&A – Guests can ask questions and dive deeper into the world of wine with their sommelier host.
–> Optional Social Time – Continue the conversation after the tasting finishes while enjoying the rest of your wines together.

SET ONLINE WINE TASTING MENU OPTIONS:

Please note, exact wines may change according to availability.

Menu 1: “The Intro Tasting” (3 x 187ml bottles): £38pp +VAT (inc. UK delivery)

• Le Champ des Etoiles Pinot Noir
• Fortissimo Vinho de Mesa Tinto 
• Citrus & Vine Chenin Blanc

Menu 2: “The Explorer Tasting” (5 x 187ml bottles): £49pp +VAT (inc. UK delivery)

• Le Champ des Etoiles Pinot Noir
• Fortissimo Vinho de Mesa Tinto 
• Citrus & Vine Chenin Blanc
• Willem the Silent Blanc
• L’Art Provençal Provence Rosé

Menu 3. “The Classic Tasting” (3 x 37.5 cl bottles): £60pp + VAT (inc UK delivery)

• Tiefenbrunner Pinot Grigio
• Badia a Coltibuono Cultus Boni RS Chianti Classico
• Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc

Menu 4. “The Discovery Tasting” (4 x 37.5 cl bottles): £75pp + VAT (inc. UK delivery)

• Tiefenbrunner Pinot Grigio
• Badia a Coltibuono Cultus Boni RS Chianti Classico
• Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc
• Santa Ema ‘Select Terroir’ Merlot Reserva, Maipo

OPTIONAL EXTRAS:

Cheese Accompaniment (Optional): +£39pp + VAT (UK & Ire delivery only)

The cheese will be paired with the wine choices and will therefore be dependent on which option is selected. Cheese is delivered separately from wine.

Normally, you’ll receive

–> A soft cheese like Brie or Reblochon
–> A hard cheese like Cheddar or Comté
–> A blue cheese like Roquefort or Gorgonzola
–> A goat’s cheese

(Vegan cheese available – please let us know in advance)

Chocolate Accompaniment (Optional): +£25pp + VAT (inc. UK delivery)

The chocolate pairing will vary seasonally, but will usually include:

–> Craft Dark Chocolate
–> Craft Milk Chocolate
–> Craft White Chocolate

Bar Snacks (Optional): +£9pp + VAT 

The exact snacks will vary seasonally, but will usually include:

–> Brown Bag Lightly Salted Crisps (150g)
–> Cambrook Cocktail Hour Mixed Nuts (140g)
–> Mr Filberts Pitted Calamata Olives (65g)

Company Branded Insert (Optional): +£5pp + VAT 

Add a company-branded insert with a personalised note to your packs. (Minimum charge £100 + VAT)

• Q: What platform is this virtual wine tasting experience run on? A: We typically run our virtual wine tasting on Zoom to ensure an easy and interactive experience. However, we can also accommodate MS Teams, Google Meets or Webex depending on your organisation’s preferred setup.
• Q: Can we run this virtual wine tasting experience on our own meeting link? A: Absolutely. While we usually provide a secure event link, we can also run the virtual wine tasting on your company’s meeting link. Just let us know your preference and we’ll ensure everything runs smoothly.
• Q: Is this virtual event hosted? A: Yes, the online wine tasting is led by a professional female sommelier who will guide guests through each wine. An Avva Event Technician will also manage the technical side of the event.
• Q: Is this event suitable for virtual client/prospecting events? A: Of course. Virtual wine tasting provides a fantastic way to connect with clients in a relaxed, social environment while enjoying a guided tasting experience.
• Q: Can we adapt the format of this virtual experience? A: Yes, the format can be fully customised. Whether you would like to adjust the tasting menu, modify the event length or integrate the tasting into a larger virtual event, we can tailor it to your needs.
• Q: Can attendees choose to receive zero-alcohol drinks? A: Yes, zero-alcohol alternatives can be provided for any non-drinkers.
• Q: Can you deliver internationally? A: Yes, international delivery is available to many countries, although restrictions may apply depending on local alcohol regulations.
• Q: How do we send you attendee addresses? A: We provide a simple Excel template for collecting and submitting your guests’ addresses.
• Q: When do you require attendee addresses to be submitted? A: We request addresses at least two weeks prior to the event to allow time for packing and shipping.

• Payment is required upon confirmation of your booking. The full balance can be paid or a deposit if you are unsure on attendee numbers.
• A full refund can be made on cancellations more than 30 days prior to a scheduled event.
• You can change the date or time of your experience up to 14 days prior to a scheduled event based on availability.
• If you’d like to set us up as an official supplier, please send over any vendor supplier forms for review.
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