It’s no secret 2020 has brought a whole slew of changes to so many people’s everyday lives. From going grocery shopping to virtual learning to spending time with family and friends via FaceTime, social media, and Zoom, 2020 has created a whole new world of changes in every area of our lives. One thing that hasn’t changed though is the very necessary need for a large glass of fine wine at the end of the day to help us unwind. If anything, there’s even more reason now to enjoy a large glass of good, quality wine after going through a full day of working from home and elearning with the kids. But is it still possible to have a fun private wine tasting with family or friends during this time? The answer is, Yes! Absolutely! We just have to get a little creative.

4 Ways to Enjoy a Wine Tasting at Home

There are a few different ways you can experience a virtual wine tasting during these unique times. We’ll discuss our ideas for those here, but if we’ve learned anything from 2020, it’s that people are extremely creative and can make anything special in their own way, even while physical distancing. So get creative, think outside the box, and enjoy all the wine you need to help you relax and spend time with friends and family, whether in person or online.

  1. The first way to experience a virtual wine tasting with friends and family is to virtually try the same wines together from wherever you are. If you’re in DC and you have family in California, plan a night where you try new wines none of you have tasted before together on a zoom call, FaceTime or live video. It can be so fun to see each other’s reactions to each one and share thoughts about new wine flavors you haven’t experienced before. It’s the perfect way to end the night and make a memory with those you care about from afar.
  2. Another way to have a virtual wine tasting together safely is to invite a small group of family or friends over for an evening of great wine and spending time together. Sit out on the back patio or in the living room together and try new or favorite wines with your closest friends or family for a relaxing evening. You can all try wines you haven’t tasted before or have each person bring their favorite wine for everyone else to try. No matter what you choose, it’s a wonderful way to make memories together while winding down from a busy day.
  3. If you have a small office or would like to show appreciation to your employees, having a small virtual wine tasting at the office or in their homes after hours is a fun way to build comradery with everyone. With new safety procedures in place and learning new ways to stay safe and physical distance, it can be more stressful at the office than usual. A great way to show how much you appreciate all the hard work everyone is doing is by having a small wine tasting at the office or by sending a bottle of fine wine home with each employee. They can all try their bottle on a Zoom call together or just enjoy it in the safety and comfort of their home. Then they’ll have something to talk about the next time they’re together. It’s a wonderful way to help your employees relax while doing something fun and enjoyable and showing your gratitude for all they do.
  4. The final way to have a fun evening (or any time of the day honestly: we won’t judge) with a virtual wine tasting is with a virtual wine pick up and online class from Capital Wine School. This includes a pre-packaged arrangement of fine wines that you can pick up curbside in DC and have a virtual class learning about each of the different wines from a credentialed sommelier/instructor. This allows you the option of having a small group together in one place or letting everyone stay in their own homes for the wine tasting. You can choose a theme for the wine options or have a variety of fine wines from different countries. There’s no extra work or planning on your part, and you get to enjoy a safe evening learning about and enjoying fine wines with friends and family, in person or online.

We hope we gave you a few ideas of fun ways to spend time with those you love through the wonderful world of wine. Whether you choose to get together virtually or with a small group, we know how important spending time with those you care about is, and wine is a universal drink that can be enjoyed and appreciated by all. We have spent years trying to bring people together through fine wines, and now, we can continue this tradition through the safety of an online platform. Wine is a great way to bring people together in different ways and share in the excitement of trying something new and experiencing the different types of wines from different regions and countries around the world.

For more information about our virtual private tasting options, you can click the link here or contact us. We look forward to creating a fun and educational evening for you and those you love making memories through fine wines.