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Whether you’re hosting an intimate gathering of close friends or planning a
networking event for hundreds, Viva la Vino is your perfect partner in wine.

In-Person Events

Let’s get together at your home or an event space to create an event your guests won’t stop talking about.

In-person events bring the whole group together to sip several wines and learn about specific producers, areas of wine production, how wine is made, wine history, and perhaps most importantly, how to recognize and describe wines you like best. These events can be catered to your group’s purpose or celebration; you can choose a theme from this list or we can craft something custom.

Our current and past client list includes:

  • Wine shops, country clubs, and restaurants wanting to create fun, informative, classes and events to suit your cuisine and customers

  • Corporate teams looking for engaging networking and team-building events or ice-breaking / appreciation events for clients

  • Friends & family searching for a fun new date night or outing, or a casual and informative wine education classes to celebrate birthdays, engagements, bachelorette parties, wedding showers, or family holidays (Father’s Day, etc.)

  • Budding wine nerds hoping to deepen their knowledge

Pricing begins at $50/person plus the cost of wine.

 

Virtual Events

Invite friends and family from across town, or across the globe!

The past few years have been anything but ordinary…but we’re making the most of it! Wine brings people together, and even if we can’t be in the same room, we can be on the same Zoom! Book a virtual wine tasting for family or friends and gather for a fun event where you will learn more about wine, find new pairings you’ll love, and spend time with the people you care about most. We’ll handle the details. You’ll just need to join the video call!

Our current and past client list includes:

  • Friends & family looking to reconnect across the country — or across the globe!

  • Corporate teams working to engage remote teams and build camaraderie

  • Organizations thanking loyal customers through appreciation events

  • Wineries and brands looking to reach wider audiences by showcasing their products

Pricing begins at $30/person plus the cost of wine.

 

 

Clients love us!

 
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“Brielle is fantastic. She’s fun, witty and incredibly knowledgeable about wine. My expectations were blown away and my girlfriend’s 30th birthday was amazing, thanks to Brielle’s great presentation. I highly recommend Viva la Vino if you want an unforgettable experience. Brielle is the real deal!”

— Alan, Private Event Host

“Brielle was the perfect host for the company’s private event. She was funny, very knowledgeable and her constant smile and bubbly personality made this a great experience! I highly recommend this for a company networking event, partner event or simply just a girls-night at home. The possibilities are many! Thank you for an amazing evening Brielle!”

— Julie, Corporate Event Guest

“Brielle is beyond wonderful. She was our Somm for the night and while I happen to know more than the average bear about wine (but not that much more, really) she kept me interested and engaged the entire time she was speaking. She is smart and witty and funny and makes you want to try every wine ever just so that you can be as excited as she is to spread the word. She is a wine Goddess.”

— Galit, Wine 101 guest

“I had the best time at the wine tasting for Kim’s 30th birthday! I learned a ton about wine so now I can sound semi-intelligent when I go to the wine shop. The food was also great and it was really cool to see how the different foods changed how the wine tasted. I also really like that the wine you brought was in a price range that I would actually spend. I have already shared your name with a bunch of people at work! Thanks again!”

— Michelle, Private Event Guest

“Brielle hosted a wine tasting for one of our biggest corporate events. From planning, wine selection, and hosting on the night of the event, she did an amazing job! She kept the whole group engaged, and set a fun casual tone perfect for facilitating networking. I would recommend working with Brielle, and my company will be working wit her for all our events.”

— Monica, Corporate Event Host

“Brielle is extremely informative and has a killer personality to go along with all those brains. She was one of our top instructors at NY Vintners and surely will not disappoint.”

— Marlon, GM @ NY Vintners

 
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 Choose one of our favorite class themes…or we can create something new together!

 
 
Class Catalog Source
Wine 101
Wine 101

Choosing a bottle of wine in a store or from a wine list can be intimidating – especially if you are new to the wine world. Our wine expert Brielle will guide you through how to taste and evaluate a wine to determine your own wine preferences. Learn about tannin, acidity, body, balance, and more as you taste six wines. You will leave with the confidence to explain what you like and find wines you love.

Wines from WHERE?
Wines from WHERE?

Let’s face it – humans are creatures of habit. We take the same route to work day after day, we rotate a few favorite meals, and more often than not, we drink the same wine over and over again. If you are like most and stick to what you know with little deviation, come be adventurous and explore Wines from Where? – a class where we will venture to regions that don’t come to mind right away, but produce some delicious wine. Our wine expert Brielle will cover wine basics along with regional style and influence. We look forward to helping you mix up your wine selection!

Love the Wine You're With
Love the Wine You're With

This Valentine’s Day, grab your SO, Tinder date, or other single friends, and join us for a wine tasting experience inspired by romance. Our wine expert Brielle will guide you through wines from countries fluent in romance languages: Spain, Portugal, France, and Italy. Learn while you sip, and love the wine you’re with!

Warm Weather Wines
Warm Weather Wines

Regardless of whether or not this groundhog saw his shadow earlier this year, one thing is for sure: NYC is ready for spring. We know that longer days and warmer temperatures are ahead, and we're welcoming in the warmer weather with wines perfect for all of your springtime activities! Our wine guru Brielle will guide you through delicious wines sure to delight your palate and top your list of springtime favorites!

Regions of Italy
Regions of Italy

Italy has over 2000 years of wine-making experience - and it shows in the quality and diversity of the wines produced here. The “boot” may be easy to recognize, but the regions and wine classifications are less than obvious. Join our wine guru Brielle for a tour of Italy’s wines, and learn about Piedmont, Sicily, and (almost) everything in between.

Wines to Fall For
Wines to Fall For

Rosé is SO last summer. Now that NYC has decided Fall is here, it's time for flannel shirts and delicious autumn wines. To embrace the cooler weather, we will focus on light-bodied reds and fuller-bodied whites, and discuss pairings that favor fall foods. Join our wine expert Brielle to learn, sip, and find some new wines to fall for!

Wines to Keep You Warm
Wines to Keep You Warm

Come in from the cold, shrug off your jacket, and embrace the wines that will keep us warm all winter long! In this class, we will demonstrate that white and rosé wines are not just for the summertime. Join our wine expert, Brielle as we taste some hearty wines with plenty of depth and complexity and pair them with appetizers as a demonstration of a great idea for holiday parties and celebrations.

Bad Ass Reds & Roses
Bad Ass Reds & Roses

During this class you will not simply taste a carefully chosen selection of some seriously bad ass reds and roses from across the globe but you will blind taste them! This is a fun and interactive class with an emphasis on developing your palate. We will teach you how to both recognize signature aromas in traditional black grape varietals and explore tannin, fruit, acidity and body, which when combined will help you determine what styles of red & rose wine you enjoy the most.

Winter Wines
Winter Wines

The holiday craze is upon us, and we all know that after a mind-numbing trek to find the perfect gift for your boyfriend’s sister or fussy niece, a tall glass of the good stuff can be just the thing to take the edge off. Come in from the cold and seize the relaxation you crave – and find some great gift ideas with our wine expert, Brielle. You’ll sip and learn about wines that could make even the Grinch get in the holiday spirit.

 

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