Wine Consulting Services for Restaurants and Businesses
To have a successful wine program, a restaurant needs to give their staff the tools and knowledge they need to succeed. I work with today's restaurateur to tailor specific wine programs and wine lists for today's competitive marketplace. Whether you are a high-end restaurant or the neighborhood pizza parlor, there is no reason why you can't offer your customers an attractive wine list that fits their budget while increasing your wine sales. I will provide guidance on how to maximize revenue while providing the customer with attractive selections across many price points. Customized wine program services include market analyses, wine by the glass offerings, wine list presentation, sourcing and selection, staff training, wine event planning, food and wine pairing, and inventory management.
Fees start at $75 an hour
Personal Wine Cellar Consulting
I'm not only a certified wine professional, but also a wine collector myself! Let me provide guidance in helping develop and manage your collection. Whether you're looking for that cellar of trophy wines or just a simple cellar to enjoy with your friends and family, I can be your guide. Utilizing a deep network of wine distributors, brokers and sales professionals allows me to provide efficient product procurement across a broad array of products, including highly allocated wines.
Please note: Although wine is often an excellent investment and can provide great enjoyment after decades of proper cellaring, we do not make any promises, express or implied, as to the future value of any client's wine collection.
Personal wine shopper: $25/ hour plus expenses (includes local delivery/ 1 hour minimum)
Corporate Events
Looking for something to spice up a corporate event? The joys of wine tasting promote camaraderie and communication, and help alleviate the day-to-day stresses of the corporate environment. Let me facilitate your next event for your corporate clients or employees. My sommelier training and knack for breaking down wine into simple, understandable terms will make your employees or customers feel pampered and special. Events can be tailored and wines selected for your specific needs.
For corporate events, we require the company or host to purchase the wines directly; we do not sell any wine for private consumption. We'd be happy to pre-select the wines and have them ready for your purchase and pick-up at a local wine store or source specific wines from other locations.
Matthew is trained in responsible alcohol service techniques; however, party hosts and organizers ultimately bear responsibility for the conduct of their guests.
Fees start at $250 (fees vary by size of party)
Private Events
Looking for something different to present to your guests? Incorporating a wine tasting into your special occasion can be fun and memorable. Plus, wine tastings are versatile enough that they can be incorporated into any type of special occasion including anniversaries, bridal showers, bachelorette parties, birthday parties, dinner parties or weddings. Events can be tailored and wines selected for your specific needs. For private events, I can host your wine-tasting party, at-home dinner party (with wine and food pairings), wedding or themed wine-tasting seminar. My ability to stock a party with carefully selected wines tailored to your needs and providing exceptional service will more than makeup for the modest service charges listed. Or perhaps you are just looking for guidance in setup and picking out the wines. I would be glad to accommodate you, whatever your needs may be.
For private events, we require the party host to purchase the wines directly; we do not sell any wine for private in-home consumption. We'd be happy to pre-select the wines and have them ready for your purchase and pick-up at a local wine store or source specific wines from other locations. For parties smaller than fifty people, glass rentals are also available.
Matthew is trained in responsible alcohol service techniques; however, party hosts and organizers ultimately bear responsibility for the conduct of their guests.
Fees start at $250 (fees vary by size of party)
