Experiences Offered

Wine Walkabout is a comprehensive, Virginia-based wine concierge and education service providing immersive classes, social tastings, and customized private events across the DMV region. It also offers bespoke travel itineraries, wine-focused vacations, and expert consulting to make exploring the world of wine approachable, educational, and fun.

Wine Education

Wine Walkabout offers engaging wine classes throughout the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area designed for both beginners and experienced wine lovers. Classes explore topics such as wine regions, grape varietals, winemaking techniques, and comparative tastings. Each class typically lasts about 90 minutes and features 5–6 thoughtfully selected wines.

Popular past classes have included:

  • Italian Islands: Sicily and Sardinia

  • Introduction to Mexican Wines

  • Bordeaux Varietals Face-Off: Chile’s Central Valley vs. France’s Bordeaux

  • Off the Beaten Path: Brazil and Uruguay

Classes are educational, interactive, and designed to make learning about wine approachable and fun.

Wine Tastings

Wine tastings offer a more relaxed and social way to explore wine while still learning something new along the way. Tastings typically focus on a specific region, grape varietal, or theme and are perfect for anyone looking to expand their palate in a casual setting. Blind tastings are always a favorite and add an extra element of fun and discovery to the experience.

Private Events

Looking for a unique experience for your next gathering? Wine Walkabout offers customized private events tailored to your group’s interests and experience level. Events can include wine-only experiences or wine paired with food and may feature:

  • Guided wine tastings

  • Blind tasting competitions

  • Educational wine classes

  • Holiday parties

  • Corporate or social gatherings

  • Wine and food pairing experiences

Whether you’re planning an intimate evening with friends or a larger celebration, Wine Walkabout creates memorable experiences centered around great wine and connection.

Winery Visit Itineraries

Planning a winery getaway? Wine Walkabout can help create personalized winery itineraries designed around your tastes, interests, and travel style. From local wine weekends to bucket-list wine regions, recommendations can include wineries, restaurants, and unique experiences to help you make the most of your experience.

Wine-Focused Vacations

Wine Walkabout believes travel is one of the most meaningful ways to experience wine. Whether you’re dreaming of sipping wine in Tuscany, exploring the vineyards of South America, or discovering emerging wine regions off the beaten path, Wine Walkabout can help inspire and guide your wine-focused adventures.

Wine Consultations

From picking that perfect bottle of wine for a special occasion to curating wine gifts with personalized tasting notes, Wine Walkabout is here to meet whatever your needs are on your wine journey.