Wine Education & Tasting Experiences
Embark on a journey through the world of wine with The Original Jerome Winery’s personalized educational experiences that bring the vineyard and tasting room directly to you.
An Educational Wine Tasting Adventure
Wine is more than just a beverage—it’s a sensory experience with deep cultural roots and fascinating complexity. The Original Jerome Winery now offers an immersive educational wine experience in the comfort of your home or chosen venue, guided by our knowledgeable wine specialists.
Whether you’re hosting a special celebration, a corporate event, or simply gathering with friends who share a curiosity about wine, our customized tastings provide both entertainment and education in a relaxed, convivial atmosphere.
What You’ll Experience
Our wine educators will guide you and your guests through a curated selection of our handcrafted Arizona wines, explaining the unique characteristics of each variety and sharing insights into the art and science of winemaking. This interactive experience is designed to enhance your appreciation of wine while creating memorable moments with friends, family, or colleagues.
How It Works
We bring the winery experience to you, creating a personalized educational tasting that suits your group’s interests and knowledge level. You provide the setting and complementary food, and we’ll handle the rest:
Wine Selection & Education
- Guided tasting of selected wines from our collection
- Explanation of each wine’s unique characteristics
- Introduction to professional tasting techniques
- Insights into taste, aroma, texture, flavor, structure, and balance
- Understanding wine terminology and descriptions
Wine Appreciation & Knowledge
- How to select, buy, and properly store wine
- The winemaking process from vineyard to bottle
- Food and wine pairing principles and suggestions
- The history and cultural significance of wine
- Aging, processing, and blending techniques
Our approach is accessible and enjoyable for beginners while offering depth for more experienced wine enthusiasts. We encourage questions and conversation, creating an interactive atmosphere where everyone can participate regardless of their prior wine knowledge.
Customized for Your Occasion
Every educational wine experience is tailored to your specific event and group preferences. Whether you’re interested in exploring a particular style of wine, learning food pairing techniques, or understanding the unique characteristics of Arizona viticulture, we’ll design an experience that meets your objectives.
Our wine education events are perfect for:
- Birthday celebrations
- Wedding or anniversary parties
- Corporate team-building events
- Fundraising gatherings
- Wine club meetings
- Holiday parties
- Educational workshops
What’s Included
Our educational wine tasting experience includes:
- Professional wine educator traveling to your location
- Curated selection of The Original Jerome Winery wines
- Educational presentation customized to your group’s interests
- Interactive tasting guidance and discussion
- Complimentary keepsake wine glasses for each guest
- Information about joining our wine club for continued exploration
- Opportunity to purchase wines at the event
Event Requirements
- Minimum of 10 guests (we can accommodate up to 200)
- Purchase minimum of 12 bottles of wine to enjoy at your event
- Host provides the venue and complementary food
- Advance reservation required (minimum 2 weeks notice recommended)
- Available throughout Arizona (travel fees may apply for distant locations)
Gift Certificates Available
Looking for a truly unique gift? Our wine experience certificates make memorable presents for:
- Birthdays
- Weddings
- Anniversaries
- Retirement celebrations
- Holiday gifts
- Corporate recognition
Gift certificates can be personalized and presented in an elegant package that includes information about the experience and a bottle of our selected wine to preview the event.
Book Your Wine Education Experience
Transform your next gathering into an unforgettable exploration of wine. Contact us to discuss your event needs and schedule your personalized educational wine tasting experience.
Call us at 928-639-9593 to start planning your event.
Request Wine Education Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much space is needed for the wine tasting?
A: We recommend a comfortable seating area where all guests can see and hear the presentation, plus space for our wine display table.
Q: What type of food should I serve?
A: Light appetizers or small plates work well. We can provide suggestions based on the wines we’ll be featuring.
Q: How long does the experience last?
A: Most educational tastings run 1.5-2 hours, but we can adjust based on your event schedule.
Q: Can I select specific wines to feature?
A: Absolutely! We’re happy to design the tasting around your preferences or theme.
Q: Do you offer wine education at The Original Jerome Winery tasting room?
A: Yes, we offer scheduled educational tastings at our Jerome location for smaller groups. Contact us for details.