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The Wine Hobbyist is pleased to offer customized wine party packages for every level of wine enthusiast. Our wine parties can be tailored to suite your individual interests and requirements. Each package will include a selection of six different wines, food pairings, and a gift basket for the host.
Our parties can be as active or passive as you like. Your wine party will include a knowledgeable consultant to actively guide the tasting and answer any questions you may have about the particular wines, or regarding wine in general. Alternatively, our parties and consultants make a great addition to any gathering as a passive attraction for guests to enjoy as they please.
Our consultants will guide you through each wine with a short introduction, history of that particular wine and wine region, and finally a guided tasting. Questions and audience participation are always welcome. Each guest will receive a printed list of the six wines served at the party for future reference and personal notes. The typical presentation for six wines lasts approximately 2 hours and is designed to accommodate 8-10 people.
We look forward to meeting you and expanding your knowledge and love of wine.
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Current Packages Include:
1. Before and After
A selection of aperitif and dessert wines from Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, Australia,
and the United States. Price = $500
Six wines with food pairings (choose six)
- NV Champagne
- Vintage Champagne
- NV Prosseco
- Italian Vino Frizzente
- 10 Year Tawny Port
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- Vintage Port
- Pedro Ximenez
- Amontillado
- Sauternes
- German Eiswein
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2. Red Wines of North America
A selection of major red grape varietals from the United States and Canada. Wines will include current vintages of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, Meritage Blend (Bordeaux Style), and Syrah. Price = $400
Six wines with food pairings (choose six)
- California Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa)
- California Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma)
- Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon
- California Zinfandel
- California Pinto Noir
- California Syrah (Napa)
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- California Syrah (Russian River Valley)
- California Bordeaux Style Meritage Blend
- Washington State Pinot Noir
- Canadian Pinot Noir
- California Merlot |
3. French Selection
A selection of major red and white varietals from France. Wines will include current vintages of Classified Red Bordeaux, Red Burgundy, Grand Cru White Burgundy, White wine from Alsace, NV Blanc de noir Champagne, and a Rhone Valley Red. Price = $500
Six wines with food pairings (choose six)
- Red Bordeaux (Pauliac)
- Red Bordeaux (St. Emilion)
- Red Bordeaux (St. Julian)
- Red Bordeaux (St. Estephe)
- Red Burgundy
- White Burgundy
- Northern Red Rhone Wine (Hermitage)
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- Southern Red Rhone Wine
(Chateuneuf de Pape)
- Southern Red Rhone Wine (Gigondas)
- Southern White Rhone Wines
- White wine from Alsace
- White wine from the Loire
- Non Vintage Champagne
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4. White Wines of the World
A selection of famous white grape varietals from North America, New Zealand, South America, Australia, and Europe. Wines will include regional examples of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Vernacia, and Riesling. Price = $500
Six wines with food pairings (choose six)
- California Chardonnay (Napa)
- California Chardonnay
(Russian River Valley)
- California Sauvignon Blanc
- California Viognier
- New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc
- Australian Chardonnay
- Argentinean Chardonnay
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- French Chardonnay
- Italian Vernacia
- German Riesling
- Washington State Riesling
- French Viognier
- Sparkling Chardonnay Based Wine
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Food Offerings:
 - Selection of North American and European Cheeses
- Assortment of pate
- Assortment of artisanal breads and crackers
- Assortment of dried fruit and nuts
- Selection of cured meats, gherkins, and fine mustards
- Fruit plate (please specify your favorites)
- Assortment of fine pastries and chocolates
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