Apr 21 Old World Sparkling Wine Blind Tasting @ Niagara
CA$5.00
Tuesday 6PM, April 21st.
Old World Sparkling Wine Tasting
Can be from any old world country, in any style!
In Niagara
Venue to be announced
To help cover what’s poured and prepared, there’s a small contribution — some give $10, some $20. The gesture matters more than the amount.
🍷 Tasting Guidelines
Welcome to Similar Minds tasting! Here’s how we keep things fun, fair, and flavourful.
What to Bring:
Two bottles of wine to take part.
Bottle #1 is for the blind tasting. Please wrap it ahead of time and make sure it’s ready to pour (chilled or decanted if needed).
Bottle #2 is for the bottle exchange at the end. It’s best if it ties into the theme — whether by grape variety, region, style, or spirit.
How the Tasting Works:
Step 1: Hand Over Your Mystery Bottle
Check in with the moderator and submit your wrapped bottle. They’ll handle the lineup and keep it anonymous.
Step 2: Sip & Socialize
While the wines are being organized into flights, feel free to mingle, catch up, or talk shop.
Step 3: Taste the First Flight (3–4 Wines)
Swirl, sip, and take notes.
Share your thoughts. Discuss, debate, agree or totally disagree — that’s half the fun!
Step 4: The "Options" Game
The moderator reveals one bottle and the person who brought it.
That person gets to ask up to 3 (or 4) multiple-choice questions based on the wine’s facts (region, grape, vintage, etc.).
Everyone answers. Points are awarded for correct guesses.
Then it’s on to the next wine!
Step 5: Rinse & Repeat
Pour the next flight and start again.
Taste, discuss, reveal, quiz — you know the drill.
Spare & Share — The Grand Finale
Once all wines are revealed and points are tallied, the exchange begins!
Those with the most points pick first from the bottle swap table.
Everyone goes home with something new to try — a little reward for sharp tasting (or lucky guessing).
Tips for First-Timers:
Spittoons are available — use them as needed.
Bring your own water bottle to help reduce waste.
Dress in layers — tastings often happen in cellars, and temperatures can shift.
Food pairings are welcome (and appreciated), but not expected.
Pitching in with cleanup earns you eternal gratitude — and maybe bonus karma for the next bottle pick.
Looking forward to tasting with you! 🍷✨