I joined an exciting new company called Vino Virtuoso this past November during their “soft launch”. You may have heard me talk about it (and if not, you are about to!).  In the past few months, I have completed the training, learned even more about wine and had a great time sharing my knowledge and love of wine during Vino Virtuoso wine tastings.  The soft launch of the company has been very successful and now Vino Virtuoso is ready to go full steam ahead.  Vino Virtuoso is looking for Wine Educators to help fill the demand for tastings. Curious? Read on. 

Uncork your passion! Become a Wine Educator

Get in on the ground-floor of an exciting new concept. We’re looking for friendly individuals to conduct fun and educational wine tastings in homes and businesses in their area. If you love making new friends and learning about wine, then you’d be a perfect fit for Vino Virtuoso!

Earn $50 - $250 per Tasting!
100% Flexible Schedule!
Full Training Provided!
Carry Zero Inventory!
Award-Winning Artisan Wines!
100% Risk-Free!
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Join a Young & Exciting Company!

For a limited time, Vino Virtuoso is offering a special launch promotion to new Wine Educators. 

-         Get started for 50% off.  If you join by May 31, 2011, you will get your Virtuoso Kit ($600 retail value) for $94.50 – an extra 50% off the regular discounted price of $189.

 -         Earn a $50 bonus for every tasting you conduct.  For every tasting that you conduct during your first 2 months as a Wine Educator, you will earn an extra $50 cash bonus – on top of the average income of $50 - $250 Wine Educators earn from each tasting!

-         $100 Bonus for every new team member.  If you are interested in mentoring new Wine Educators, you can earn a $100 cash bonus for every new Wine Educator you refer during your first two months.  Plus, you’ll still earn up to 15% commission on your team members’ sales.

-         40% discount on personal wine orders.  Celebrate your new VV business by stocking your cellar at a  huge  discount! Enjoy a 40% discount on up to 2 cases of wine if you join by May 31st.

Joining Vino Virtuoso as a Wine Educator is 100% risk free.  If within 6 months of becoming a wine Educator you decide that Vino Virtuoso is not right for you, you can return your Virtuoso Kit for a 100% refund. No questions asked. 

I joined Vino Virtuoso because I love wine.  I wanted to learn more about it and help others learn more as well.  In addition to the wine, a big reason for joining was to get out of the house, spend some time with grown ups and meet new people.  So far, I’ve done all of these things!  I’m looking forward to learning even more, getting out and spreading the love while meeting new people.  Of course, the extra money certainly doesn’t hurt, either!

If you’d like to ask me any questions about the company or about my experience with Vino Virtuoso, I’d be thrilled to talk to you.  Otherwise, you can check it out online at www.VinoVirtuoso.com.  Cheers!

I survived! Last night was my very first Vino Virtuoso wine tasting.  Thankfully, I hosted this one myself, in my own home, in front of my own friends (who were merciful!).  I was so nervous about doing ths, I felt like I used to before a big exam.  I spent a good part of the day wondering what the hell I was thinking when I signed up for this. Sure I love wine, but I hate talking in front of people and I am a horrible sales person.  Thankfully, in this instance, alcohol was not only allowed, it was required. Woot!

The evening was, I think, a big success.  After all, it was wine tasting with friends, what's not to love?  I overcame my nerves (with a little help from my friend, Vino) and ended up enjoying myself.  I'm sure I forgot half of what I meant to say but guess what? I'm the only one who knows that!!

The first wine of the evening was a 2009 Cantine Lunae Botini Vermentino from Italy.  I had never heard of Vermentino before, let alone tasted it.  This baby was the hit of the evening, even among those of us (ahem) who aren't big white wine drinkers. From grapes grown on a steep hillside in Liguria, this wine was medium bodied and very crisp.  It had notes of flowers and melon and minerals. There was even a hint of salt on the finish from the local sea breeze.  As one taster said, "This is the kind of wine that makes a sneak attack".  She's right! It's a very easy drinking wine with great flavor that keeps you drinking until suddenly - whooo - it hits ya!  I was really impressed with this wine.  If you ever come across a Vermentino, I encourage you to try it. 

Our last red of the night was a 2007 Pacific Estates Lustful Marriage Red Blend from Paso Robles. Talk about a nice end to the evening! This is an estate-grown blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Franc.  Jammy fruit flavors were complimented by cinnamon, pepper and chocolate.  It had a nice, long finish. This one was amazing paired with dark chocolate and was the most popular red wine of the evening.

At the end of the day, I had a great time, and so did my friends. Let's see if I have this right: I get to learn more about wine; I get to get out of the house and talk to adults; I get to share my love of wine with others, AND I am expected to drink while doing it?  Yeah, color me excited about this new venture.  

Cheers to Vino Virtuoso and my friends who made it such a great evening. And here's to my next tasting!