We had such a great time at this wine tasting! The selection was fantastic--each pour was…read morethoughtfully chosen and perfectly complemented by the charcuterie board. The meats and cheeses were fresh, flavorful, and paired beautifully with the wines. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, and Betty was beyond amazing and informative. It felt like a fun, elevated experience without being pretentious. Definitely booking her for other events!

My wife and I are complete novices when it comes in wine. We know what we like, but we have not…read moreexplored much beyond the occasional bottle here and there. I contacted Betty to arrange a special wine tasting lunch for my wife's birthday. We included a couple that similarly are wine novices. Our goal was a nice visit to Temecula wine country and a beginner's level experience. We want someone to educate us and not talk down to us. Betty and her husband delivered! We had a fantastic experience under her guidance and learn some basics of wine tasting and pairing. Betty was genuine with her knowledge sharing and we never felt talked down to. The facility for the event was a very nice local Vinyard and we even got to meet the owner. It was picturesque and comfortable. We came away with a few bottles of wine and a desire to learn more with future events. Thanks, Betty!

I can not recommend Eryn enough. The Wine 101 class is perfect for a birthday, dinner party, or…read moreteam work event. The class was a perfect balance of being fun and informative. It's a great way to bond with your friends while also learning about wine in an easy to understand way. Thank you so much Eryn, can't wait to plan the next event!!

We had so much fun when Eryn hosted the Wine 101 class for our friend's birthday! It was fun and…read moreinformative, yet approachable for those who were not wine drinkers in the group. Eryn was very entertaining and quickly adjusted to the group to play to our level of wine knowledge. You could tell she spent time selecting the wines for us, which was really appreciated. Thank you so much Eryn!! Can't wait for next time!

We attended an evolution of wine event that was so much fun! What a great way to enjoy friends and…read morefamily right in your own home! We tasted 6 beautiful wines as our host, David, shared stories about each of the selected wines. His expertise on world class wines is unmatched in the Temecula Valley. We started the night with a lovely sparkling rosé and ended with a full-bodied Malbec. What an experience we had! I can't wait to do it again.

Evolution of wine is my "go to" place to buy wines that don't disappoint!…read more David is the owner & expert wine connoisseur behind EOW. David came to my home, poured samples & thoroughly entertained my guests with his vast knowledge of world class wines! I'm so happy I joined EOW's wine club! I received my first shipment this month and was beyond impressed with the selections! If you're looking to elevate your wine experience, check out Evolution of Wine! You won't be disappointed!

The more you know, the better it gets! Taste buds alone do not deliver 100% of your wine experience…read more-there is so much more. I attended one of the Veritas events at Vintage Wine Storage and enjoyed every minute. You'll get to try some awesome bottles that might be way out of your wine budget. And you'll meet fun people and have tasty charcuterie so you won't have to Uber home unless you want to. Highly recommend Meghan and her team. She shares her vast knowledge in a very approachable way. Whether a private party or company event, you can count on outstanding wines perfectly presented.

As people who truly appreciate wine we can't say enough about how fortunate we feel to have been…read moreconnected with Meghan of Veritas Consultants! She has such an enthusiasm for wine that it is infectious! Her knowledge is unquestionably vast but more importantly is her professionalism and personable approach in presenting the wine and keeping it fun and laid back yet educational and informative. Meghan's services go far beyond wine tasting events. We recently took a trip up to Sonoma and Meghan facilitated our tastings with several wineries and we could not have been more pleased with our experience! She has connections to many top wine makers all over and she passes on those benefits to her clients. We feel lucky to have met her and we will continue to use her services for all our future wine country trips as well as local wine maker tastings/dinners. We think she should be an honorary family member!

I took the WSET level 1 course here and came away very impressed with Al and Julie!…read more Just stellar people and i HIGHLY reccomend taking this course! Being at The Rancho Bernardo Winery, It was great to have Al take us on a tour of the entire process to visualize it all-including the bottling area! Al's teaching style is great, and Julie and him handled a student with extra needs that was at times very distracting with grace and care. The entire class agreed with me that it is an excellent experience and well worth your time and money! Thank you both again, and see you for level 2 (likely with co-workers of mine) very soon!!

Attended an educational event at Speckle Rock Winery hosted by these guys; and really enjoyed…read morelearning about (and tasting) Old World vs New World wines. They were fun, interesting and generous; and the venue was spectacular!

This is one of the places I wanted to check out since I love wine and charcuterie boards…read more I came by a few weeks ago, peeked in and left because there was nobody there. I went again last weekend with my boyfriend and our friend during the wine hopping event. This time it was busy. We were seated in the back room that felt like a conference room. I felt like I was excluded from the party because we didn't buy the tickets for the event. We were still paying customers. I did the wine tasting with 3 red wines and a personal charcuterie board. Bad time to come because we felt unwelcome. Limited to where we can sit. "It's reserved" Pros - lots of free parking - cute decor - good charcuterie board - waitress was nice Cons - I didn't like any of my wine - bad pour for the price - Boring I won't be back. There wasn't anything memorable.

This has easily become one of my favorite places to visit once a month. As a wife and mother, it's…read moreone of the few places where I truly get to step out of "mom mode," relax, and just enjoy the moment for myself. The atmosphere is always welcoming, especially on live music nights. The owner is incredibly friendly and makes it a point to personally connect with every guest, which makes the experience feel even more special and intimate. It is a smaller venue, so I highly recommend making reservations if you want guaranteed seating because once the live music starts, the place fills up FAST. But every single time I go, it's always a great experience. One thing I truly love most about this spot is how it naturally brings people together. I've met new friends just by sitting, chatting, and enjoying the music and wine. It's such a positive and inviting environment. If you're ever in the area, I definitely recommend stopping by and showing support. And I absolutely have to add it's a Black-owned business, so let's continue supporting and pouring into businesses that create spaces like this for the community.

Such a cute shop! Had a great experience for wine night with friends. The woman helping us was…read morewelcoming and knowledgeable. She recommended a delicious white wine that was also at great value. Ambiance was cozy with indoor and patio seating. I'll definitely be back to pick up the bottle she suggested and enjoy another visit. Highly recommend if you're looking for a spot with excellent wine and even better service!

What a cute little shop! Natural‑wine lovers, this is a must‑visit. Located in Normal Heights, Clos…read moreWine Shop has a great selection of natural wines (plus some vermouth) from all over the world. Many bottles have handwritten notes describing the wine and highlighting whether it's chillable -- super helpful when you're trying to find the right bottle. They also serve wine by the glass, and you can open a bottle in‑shop for a small corkage fee. It would be nice if they offered tastings. I was between two wines from their by‑the‑glass menu and asked to sample both, but the host mentioned they usually don't do samples, which felt a bit unusual compared to other wine bars and shops I've been to. Even so, she was very friendly and attentive, and every staff member we interacted with was knowledgeable and clearly passionate about wine. They also carry a wide selection of canned fish and some snacks you can buy -- such a fun touch. A charming, well‑curated natural wine shop that's definitely worth a visit.

10000% recommend! Came right on the dot of scheduled!…read moreDressed so fun with an amazing personality! Set up fast and made it sooo cute! As for the tasting- we all learned more from him than we ever had and in such a fun exciting way = such a great teacher! (Also told us about him and his exciting life which was so fun.... He has some very fun story's to tell ;) Overall amazing experience and worth every freaking penny!

This was the best wine tasting I've ever done! Adam came to our Airbnb with six wines for us to…read moretaste. He was very professional, fun and knowledgeable about all things wine. He's also a great storyteller! This was a group of six in Palm Springs on a Sunday afternoon. He also brought crackers and water plus many decorations, such as a table cloth and backdrop to set the scene. He was very open to questions and had great answers for all of our inquiries. If you're looking to do a private wine tasting, you should definitely book him!

Ben is an incredible entertainer and added a level of awe and wonder to my business event that I…read morecouldn't have imagined. Guests continue to rave about the experience and we're having him back for a third time this year! A magical sommelier is an epic combination! I can't say enough about Ben's professionalism, easy collaboration, and attention to detail. He custom curates the perfect complement to any event. Even the most jaded are amazed!

Ben was fantastic! I won't discuss his tricks here as to not ruin it for others, but he did several…read morefor me and 2 others as he started out his night at the JW Marriott in Las Vegas a few days ago and I have since told many people about it. My mind was blown! In person, in your own hands is definitely better than seeing someone with his skills on a stage. I was the AV vendor and offered him a mic but he said no he wanted to work the room. I watched him work his magic for 2 hours, group by group and kept hearing about other tricks he was doing. So cool, great job!