Attending a wine tasting party can be a very pleasurable and tasty experience. It is an excellent way to bring together family and friends or celebrate a special occasion. However, when it comes to organizing one, it can be quite challenging. Fortunately, with extensive planning, some imagination, and these helpful tips below, you can throw a fabulous wine party that people will never forget.
Pick the Right Location
Venue is one of the most important keys in throwing wine parties. For one, you need to find a smoke-free venue so that guests would be able to enjoy wine drinking. This is because wine aroma is volatile and can be affected by cigarette smoke.
Moreover, ambience, lighting, and interior also contribute to the success of the party. Do not forget that music and wine go well together and you should be able to choose the right kind of music that will enhance the experience of wine drinking. Soothing lounge music is the ideal choice for music. Lighting should set a relaxing mood, go with dimmed lights over harsh bright lights.
Invite the Right People
Keep your wine parties small. The ideal number is around six to twelve people. Not only is a small party more manageable, it is also less expensive. As you know, wine can be quite expensive and inviting so many people can surely burn a huge hole in your pocket.
Aside from that, it would also be a good idea to limit the invitees to family and friends who are wine enthusiasts as they are the ones who will be able to appreciate the party more. Choose attendees who can either stay for the night or have a sober ride going home. You would not want to worry about guests driving after drinking.
Choose a Wonderful Theme
Once you decide on a theme, it will make organizing your party easier. It is not any different with wine parties. One idea is to focus on wines from a particular region and serve these wines to your guests. You can also choose wackier themes like wines in movies for example and ask your guests to come to your party dressed as their favorite movie character (James Bond, The Godfather, and so on). Also, incorporating some wine art will add some uniqueness to your party. For fun artwork that mixes wine and animals, look for Will Bullas artwork.
Select Exquisite Wine
Since the wine is the focus of the party, you should choose exquisite wines that will interest your guests. Choose wines that are similar in variety and price. Aside from that, it would be helpful if you knew some information about the wine so that when guests ask you, you have info to share with them.
Serve Good Food
While wine is the main attraction of the wine party, this does not mean that you can neglect the food that will be served during the event. Some foods will complement your wine better than others, so be choosy when it comes to your food and wine pairings. One way to know is to check with your local wine shop or surf the web for recommended pairings. Rice and saucy dishes are not advisable for wine parties. Instead, you should opt for cheese, olives, and tapas. A selection of cheeses presented on a nice cheese board is one of the better options.
Throwing a wine party, whether it is wine tasting event or a simple gathering with wine as the main attraction, is one of the best ways to spend time with family and friends. Don’t forget about including a wine party favor. Personalized wine glasses make a great keepsake and ensures your guests will always remember your party. So, with these simple tips, you will surely be able to throw a wine party that will be the talk of the town for days to come.
