Wine Tastings

 Engaging, Intimate, and Educational

Whether you're hosting an intimate dinner, planning a wedding, or curating a memorable corporate gathering, Cellar + Shaker offers personalized wine services designed to educate, delight, and impress your guests. Led by certified sommelier Laura Meier (@sommbabe), our wine experiences are rooted in deep knowledge, warm hospitality, and a love of connecting people through the perfect pour.

With years of experience in wineries, restaurants, and events, Sommbabe brings wine to life in a way that’s accessible, enjoyable, and completely tailored to your vibe. Book a tasting, build a custom wine bar, or create your dream wine list. Wine shouldn’t be intimidating—it should be an experience.

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Sommelier Guided Wine Tastings

Bring the vineyard to your event with a curated, guided wine experience—led by certified sommelier Laura Meier, aka Sommbabe. Our dry hire wine tastings include 4 to 6 wines served to your guests, paired with approachable education and thoughtful storytelling around each bottle. You provide the wine—we bring the expertise and hospitality.

Choose from themed flights such as:

  • Signature Cellar + Shaker Selection

  • Temecula Local Wines

  • Rosé All Day

  • Best on a Budget

  • Regional Tours: France, Italy, Spain

  • Sweet & Dessert Wines
    …and more custom options for your celebration.

Perfect for intimate gatherings, birthdays, corporate mixers, or any event that calls for something a little more elevated. Sip, learn, and savor—without ever stepping foot in a tasting room.

Optional add ons available, such as additional wines and education time, custom napkins, educational supplies, and wine gifts/favors for your guests.

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Wine & Food Pairings

Elevate your next gathering with expertly curated wine and food pairings designed to impress and delight. Whether you’re hosting an intimate dinner party, a private chef experience, or a special occasion meal, our sommelier-guided pairings turn every bite and sip into a celebration.

We offer flexible packages to match your vision:

  • Menu Pairing Only: Custom wine list tailored to your event menu—no on-site service required.

  • Wine Selection + Service: We help you choose and serve wines that complement your menu beautifully.

  • Chef Collaboration: Partnering with your private chef for a fully synchronized culinary experience.

  • Guided Pairing Events: Interactive tasting with wine education, classic pairings, and service for a cozy, elevated experience at home or your venue.

From champagne and fried chicken to bold reds with grilled fare, every pairing is thoughtfully chosen to enhance flavor and create unforgettable moments.

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Blind Wine Tastings

Think you know your wines? Put your palate to the test with a guided Blind Tasting experience led by a certified sommelier.

This immersive, educational tasting strips away labels and focuses on the senses—sight, smell, and taste—to explore what’s really in your glass. You'll learn how to identify grape varietals, wine regions, and winemaking styles just like the pros, all while enjoying a fun, interactive format perfect for private parties, team building, or wine-loving friend groups.

Each experience includes:

  • 4–6 mystery wines, carefully selected, bagged, and numbered

  • Sommelier-led education on structure, aromas, varietal markers, and tasting techniques

  • A breakdown of why the wines taste the way they do—from climate and terroir to winemaking practices

  • Guessing sheets, tasting cards, and reveal moments that spark conversation and laughter

Perfect for wine enthusiasts, curious beginners, or anyone who loves a little mystery in their glass.

Can you guess what you're drinking? Let's find out.

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Sommelier-Guided Winery Tastings

Take your wine tasting day to the next level—with expert insight, curated stops, and personalized education from a certified sommelier.

Whether you're exploring Temecula wine country or visiting a favorite spot, this experience is designed for those who want more than just a pour. Together, we’ll visit 1–2 carefully selected wineries tailored to your taste, where you’ll gain a deeper understanding of what’s in your glass—without the guesswork.

What’s included:

  • Customized itinerary based on your preferred wine styles, winery vibe, or specific wineries you'd like to visit

  • On-site sommelier education covering:

    • The history and terroir of the region

    • Grape growing and winemaking practices

    • Key grape varietals and how to recognize them

    • Winery etiquette—what to do (and what not to do)

    • The 5 S’s of wine tasting (See, Swirl, Smell, Sip, Savor)

  • Tips on how to maximize your winery experience and confidently talk about wine

Perfect for wine lovers, bachelorette parties, small groups, or anyone ready to taste with purpose and explore with guidance.

Let’s turn your tasting day into a masterclass in wine—without ever feeling like a class.

Let’s collaborate on a wine-forward event that leaves a lasting impression.

At Cellar + Shaker, we specialize in sommelier-guided wine tasting events and curated food pairings that turn your table into an experience. Whether you're hosting an intimate soirée, a backyard gathering, or a formal celebration, our tastings are tailored to your theme, palate, and vibe.

Tell us more about your event and our Sommelier will be in touch soon!

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