{"id":4246,"date":"2021-01-30T11:39:57","date_gmt":"2021-01-30T16:39:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/?p=4246"},"modified":"2021-01-30T20:56:11","modified_gmt":"2021-01-31T01:56:11","slug":"wtso-launches-new-virtual-tasting-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wtso-launches-new-virtual-tasting-program\/","title":{"rendered":"WTSO Launches New Virtual Tasting Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While 2020 was hard, it also inspired a lot of innovation as everyone dealt with a digital-first world in full swing. At WTSO, members voiced their desire to share wines with friends, family, colleagues, neighbors, and all the people they were missing. So, we worked hard and pivoted to create a brand new <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/virtual_tasting?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=virutaltasting&amp;utm_content=virtualtastinglaunch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Virtual Tasting program<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> based on the feedback in our community of wine enthusiasts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over the past few months, we\u2019ve been working tirelessly to launch a program that is fully customizable to address diverse lifestyles. From professional networking to coworker happy hours and family get-togethers, we wanted to meet the different needs for all groups.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>How Virutal Tastings Work<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To start, anyone can simply submit a form on our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/virtual_tasting?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=virutaltasting&amp;utm_content=virtualtastinglaunch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Virtual Tasting page<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It\u2019s quick and easy. Options include choosing your wine preferences, budget, and whether you\u2019re going to partake virtually or at an intimate in-person setting. Our favorite part is you can include a wine expert for an additional fee. This brings the event to a whole new level, granting instant access to so much more wine information with the click of a button.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve been working with a group of certified wine professionals throughout the United States to join you in your own home \u2014 from their home. They\u2019ll walk you through how to smell, taste, and analyze the flavors of the wines. It\u2019s a totally interactive experience where you can get answers to all your burning wine questions!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want more fun? WTSO\u2019s ever-changing selection of wines allows you to experience new tasting themes frequently without getting bored. If you don\u2019t know where to start, here are some popular choices:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similar varietals from different regions: Old World vs. New World\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similar varietals from a specific region: Loire Valley Sancerres or Super Tuscans\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Different varietals from a specific winery: Sojourn Pinot Noir from Napa Valley and Sonoma County\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Different vintages of the same wine: Calla Lily Ultimate Red Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 and 2016<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The possibilities of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/virtual_tasting?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=virutaltasting&amp;utm_content=virtualtastinglaunch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">virtual tasting<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are endless. For more ideas, our team can help curate even more themes for you. For events larger than 100 attendees, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/contact?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=virutaltasting&amp;utm_content=virtualtastinglaunch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contact our team<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to discuss logistics for a seamless experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t hesitate \u2014 grab a group and sign up before all spots are filled!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While 2020 was hard, it also inspired a lot of innovation as everyone dealt with a digital-first world in full swing. At WTSO, members voiced their desire to share wines with friends, family, colleagues, neighbors, and all the people they were missing. 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