Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the location of the wine tasting events?
A: Your home! I bring the tasting room to you. Each tasting package is about enjoying the art of wine, while creating a fun, educational experience you can savor from the comfort of your home. Gather your friends, colleagues, or family to explore wine like never before! I offer a relaxed, judgment-free way to explore and experience wine tasting.
Q: How should I prepare my home to host a tasting event?
A: You will need a table and chairs for all guests. Table decor is optional and should be kept to a minimum. It is completely up to you on how you want to set it up. However, seating at a table is required for all guests as well as for the wine education specialist during the event. If you want suggestions, please let me know and I would be happy to assist with any recommendations for table decor and setup. Just make sure there is enough room for the wine glasses, learning materials, and possibly some snacks.
Q: Do you provide water for the guests?
A: Water is not included as part of the package, however unlimited access to water for all guests during the event is required and necessary.
Q: Is food included in the package?
A: I do not provide food for any of the packages, including the Sip & Savor. However, there is an option to add-on a grazing platter or individual grazing boxes for each guest for an additional fee.
On occasion, I will host a special event where wine and small bites are included in the event package as a pairing. These experiences can also be booked as a Custom Special Event at your home as well.
I highly recommend having small food options for guests to snack on while tasting any wine during any of the wine tasting packages.
Q: Do you provide decor for the event?
A: I do not provide decor. However, I do provide all the wine glasses, tasting sheets and The Complex Traveler learning materials.
Q: Do you sell any of the wine you curate for the tasting experience?
A: Unfortunately, I do not sell wine. The Complex Traveler Tasting Event is a guided learning experience. My goal is to introduce guests to new wine varieties and regions, creating a unique experience they won’t find anywhere else. I aim to spark curiosity and offer guidance that inspires guests to keep learning and discovering wines and producers on their own. Some wines I curate might be harder to procure on your own, while others may be available at well-known retailers. A key part of each guided learning experience is to showcase and introduce lesser-known regions and producers that guests may not have encountered prior to this experience.
Q: Do I have to provide the wine glasses?
A: No. I provide all of the wine glasses required for each event. I may include several wine glasses for the selected wines in each package, so it is important to have enough space on the table for guests to enjoy comfortably.
Q: Can I request a custom event?
A: Yes. Are you celebrating a birthday? Or do you have another special occasion you want to be a memorable experience? Just email me and we can create a custom event just for you. Custom events can range in experiences, from themes to wine and small food pairings. A minimum of 8 guests is required for custom events.
Q: What is the cost of each event?
A: Each event has separate costs based on the level and type of experience. If you are interested in booking an event, please request an inquiry on the booking page and I will provide you with the different packages and prices via email.
Q: Do I have to live in the Sacramento area to host an event at my home?
A: Yes. Currently, I can only travel within a 20-mile radius from Rancho Cordova. However, there may be opportunities in the future where I hold online tasting events. If you are not in the Sacramento area and are interested in an online tasting experience, please email me.
Q: Do you handle events with more than eight people?
If you have a vision for an event that entails more than 8 guests, let’s chat! Send me an email with your vision and I’ll see if I can accommodate your request.