With this exciting Wine Road event creeping up in a few days I thought it would only be kind to shed light on some things that are not allowed & some things that we can all do to make this event fun for everyone. It’s not always about you…or me (I may have made a few mistakes early on).
Ladies & gents, this is not the day to adorn yourself with the extra strong perfumes & colognes. Wine tasting is largely based in the perfect moment the aroma hits your nose before you sip. With that being said, a whiff of what may be lovely to one person just may not be so enjoyable to another. It would be a disservice for a fragrant individual to judge a wine based on what they spritzed upon themselves in the morning or what their neighbor dabbed on earlier. Think light, natural, or no added scents so that you can indulge in the aromas of the day. The food & wine scents should be in abundance in order to keep your nose happy.
This event has many wineries involved so if you’re in a large group please be mindful of the wineries that indicate no groups of 8 or more (or limos). The wineries may not have the staff to cover so many people at once. Ideally the staff should be able to educate those with a thirst for knowledge & also provide great service while executing sales needs. If they are spread too thin be patient & polite. Ultimately there will be crowds, but following the rules should help things run smoother for all involved. Full buses of 24 passengers or more are simply not allowed & could be turned away. Save that large party for a planned intimate outing with a few wineries. That would be a much more pleasurable time for your group anyway…that VIP vibe party.
Bar crowding…hmmm. This is a great time to remember to be courteous to yourself & others. If you are involved in a great conversation & learning, feel free to just slightly move over. However, if you just want to get a splash in your glass to discuss with friends, this would be a great time to step aside to find an area to visit. Be mindful of the tasting order so when you return for another taste you can assist with what you are on.
Those wrist bands you get at check in…don’t lose them as you’ll need to where it both days. If you are the lucky designated driver enjoy the amazing food available & hopefully wineries will have other libations for you to enjoy. If your party likes a wine it may be perfect to purchase & bring home for you to enjoy later. Please be a safe driver for your party & others on the road by not drinking if you are the designated driver! Thank you for all you do!!!
This is not a pet friendly or a kid friendly event. Think of it as an adult play day. What a great time to learn more about wineries without the worry of policing your children or pets! Maybe set up a great play date for the kiddos for a few hours or let the teens hang with their friends for a few hours. Absence makes the heart grow fonder, so with that said the pets will also be excited to see you after a day away.
The event starts at 11, but should promptly end at 4pm. Needless to say, post 4 pm wine pours are probably not going to happen. After a full day of tasting this is a great time to make any last minute purchases to add to your collection. What a great time for some holiday shopping too! Enjoy a great weekend of food & wine paired for your enjoyment.
Cheers!