Wine Club To Go Green

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Wine Club To Go Green

Never before in our history has it been more important to conserve the earth's resources. All of us can – through small steps– make a real difference.

We would like all of our products to be either consumed or recycled. From the wine you drink (that's the fun part of consumption) to the packaging that we use. Look for our whole new earth-friendly packaging in future Wine Club Shipments. As one of the nation's most successful Wine Clubs, we are now one of the nation's greenest wine clubs.

Savor. Enjoy. Recycle. We are proud to have you with us.

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Norma Serrano, Wine Consultant

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A Guide to Working from Home: Independent Wine Consultant

A Guide to Working from Home: Independent Wine Consultant with WineShop At Home.

Do you have a passion for Pinot Noir, and know a Chardonnay from Chablis? Then you can start a home-based business as an independent wine consultant. Isn't there some simple, inexpensive home business I can start that doesn't involve the Internet or a home computer? And the answer is Yes.

AT A GLANCE
Expected Hourly Income	$2,000/Month
Start-Up Costs	High, Moderate, Low only $99 to join
Start Up Degree of Difficulty	Easy, no experience necesarry
Potential Problems	Poor Sales

Getting Started

Being an independent Wine Consultant with WineShop at Home is a relatively new home based business but it is enjoying a surge in popularity as is wine itself. The idea is a simple one and is a twist, or shall we say a pop of the cork, on the old standby home business the Tupperware or other kitchen product party.

The independent consultant holds a party in their home, or at the home of another where guests are invited to enjoy and taste wines in the comfort of their own home in a nice social event. Consumers still find the idea of going to a wine tasting intimidating, and often buy a wine based only on the look of a label. Wine merchants especially in supermarkets are often less then helpful in answering consumerís questions about wine, these wine parties are filling a growing consumer need, and are fun.

Start-up costs

You can actually get started with a home-based business as an independent Wine Consultant representing WineShop At Home for as little as $99. This will give you a "Starter Kit" with all you need including corkscrew, and training. You should also have a basic home office set up to handle running your business and booking your appointments. As in any Home Based Business if you have left work to pursue being an Independent Wine Consultant Full Time, and do not have access to health benefits through a spouse, you need to include the cost of health benefits in your monthly budget.

Hours and Income

The average wine tasting party is about 2 hours. The rest of your time you do need to spend running your business as a full time business. Keep in mind that the wine parties are basically social events and as such you will likely be working nights and weekend. But this may be perfect your schedule. Of course you will be independent and that is the key, so you can take other time off, spend other time with your family or take vacations whenever you want to. In addition to the commissions you make on wine sales, WineShop at Home will often have other bonuses and incentives like trips to fabulous wine countries! Most representatives will earn at least $100.00 on every event , plus residual income form repeat orders etc. Also there is money to be a made signing up other representatives like yourself.

Potential Problems

There really are not any foreseeable Pitfalls or problems with hosting wine parties as an Independent Wine Rep. Since there is little or no outlay of initial cash, it's hard to lose money. The only real problem will be hosting parties where people just do not buy, or not being able to book enough parties to make what you want.

Other Resources

Information for Starting an Independent Wine Rep Business with WineShop at Home

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Conclusion

Being an Independent Wine Rep can be a fun, sociable, exciting, and profitable home based business.

Norma Serrano, Wine Consultant

Six bottle of wine for $49!

SIX BOTTLES OF WINE FOR ONLY $49.00 Limited Time offer

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NEW Tasting Sampler Special Coupon

Limited Time Offer: Effective for Tastings held now until May 31, 2010. “Book a tasting with me and you will get $10.00 off your sampler – six bottles of wine for only $49.00! The tasting must be held by May 31st, 2010. So who wants one?” Call me at 1-888-523-7970 or visit www.wineshopathome.com/normaserrano for more information.

In the tasting room - New Arrivals

New Arrivals

From a big, bold Cab to a younger, drinkable Cab (and everything interesting in between) our new arrivals are a fresh and exciting variety. Our Frisch Riesling, Frisch Gewürztraminer, and Tilden Peak Cellars Grenache Blanc are a stunning variety of fresh and new white varietals begging to be tried. Add to that our Halcyon Pinot Noir and Tilden Peak Cellars Syrah to balance out the red varietals – our new arrivals have something for everyone.
Halcyon 2007 California Cabernet Sauvignon
This 2007 Halcyon California Cabernet Sauvignon has aromas of plum and licorice leaping out of the glass. The background aromas are a mix of blackberry, vanilla and spice. The flavors are a smooth rendition of the aromas framed with noticeable but pleasing tannin and acidity. The finish is a long, juicy combination of tannin and fruit. Enjoy this wine with tri tip, hamburgers, baked potatoes or hard cheeses such as cheddar.
This Halcyon Cabernet Sauvignon pairs beautifully with this recipe for Grilled Tri-Tip with Oregon Herb Rub.
Click here to view the Vintner's Notes & Recipe
Frisch 2009 California Gewürztraminer
This 2009 Frisch California Gewürztraminer has aromas of lychee fruit, fresh-cut flowers and pineapple with hints of cinnamon, poached pear and golden delicious apples. The mouth-feel is medium weight and smooth with round fruit flavors and balanced acidity. The finish is sweet and fruity with lingering floral notes. Enjoy this wine with Indian food, jerk chicken, guacamole or mild cheeses such as mozzarella.
This Frisch Gewürztraminer pairs beautifully with this recipe for Jamaican Jerk Chicken.
Click here to view the Vintner's Notes & RecipeHalcyon 2008 Sonoma Valley Pinot Noir
This 2008 Halcyon Sonoma Valley Pinot Noir has generous amounts of bing cherry, anise, and blackberry aromas with hints of earth, cinnamon and vanilla. The mouth-feel is smooth and medium to lightweight, with a nice balance of flavor and acidity along with light tannin common to the variety. The finish is a continuation of the smooth flavors with a medium length. Enjoy this wine with chicken florentine, sushi, cauliflower soup, or medium cheeses such as havarti.
This Halcyon Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with this recipe for Fennel-Crusted Beef Roast w/White Beans, Tomatoes & Arugula.
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Frisch 2009 Anderson Valley Riesling
This 2009 Frisch Anderson Valley Riesling has aromas of apple, pear and minerality with floral notes and hints of tropical fruit and mango. The ripe fruit flavors explode on the palate. The layers of flavor are balanced harmoniously with the pleasant acidity. This combination creates a delicious food-friendly wine with a long, sweet and fruity finish. Enjoy this wine with Asian food, poached fish, sweet corn sides or mild cheeses like Edam.
This Frisch Riesling pairs beautifully with this recipe for Steamed Striped Bass with Jasmine Rice and Soy Ginger Dressing.
Click here to view the Vintner's Notes & RecipeTilden Peak Cellars 2008 Sonoma Coast Syrah
This 2008 Tilden Peak Cellars Sonoma Coast Syrah has generous aromas of raspberry, plum and vanilla with hints of leather and toasty oak. The mouth-feel is big with intense flavors matching the nose and a healthy dose of tannin. The finish is long and balanced with equal amounts of tannin, acid and fruit. Enjoy this wine with braised short ribs, pot roast, cream of mushroom soup or a sharp cheddar cheese.
This Tilden Peak Cellars Syrah pairs beautifully with this recipe for Sesame Root Beer Braised Short Ribs with Sweet Potatoes.Click here to view the Vintner's Notes & Recipe
Somersville Cellars 2007 Mendocino Cabernet Sauvignon
This 2007 Somersville Cellars Mendocino Cabernet Sauvignon has generous amounts of plum, cassis and mineral aromas with hints of leather and red apple skin. This wine has a big mouth-feel with a significant amount of smooth tannin. This wine has a very long finish with tannin as the main attribute. Enjoy this wine with rich foods such as lamb kabobs, cheeseburgers, potatoes gratin or a strong cheese like Stilton.
This Somersville Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon pairs beautifully with this recipe for Turkish Lamb Kabobs.
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Tilden Peak Cellars 2009 Grenache Blanc
This 2009 Tilden Peak Cellars Grenache Blanc has loads of fruity aromas including lemon, apple and pineapple with hints of honey and sage. The flavors are a layered array of fruit and acidity with a medium to light mouth-feel. The finish is long and complex and dominated by fruit. Enjoy this wine with goat cheese salad with a citrus vinaigrette, squash ravioli, a turkey sandwich or a light cheese like Jack.
This Tilden Peak Cellars Grenache Blanc pairs beautifully with this recipe for Butternut Squash Ravioli with Whiskey-Sage Cream Sauce.
Click here to view the Vintner's Notes & Recipe

How to choose a good bottle of wine.

Can you choose a good bottle of wine in the supermarket without having had the benefit of tasting them all first?

There's no failsafe way to ensure you'll get a good bottle without tasting it first, but you can avoid some real horrors

1. Avoid bottles with cute critters on the label such as a bird, insect or an animal. Unless of course it's your own cute pet and you personalized the label. These wines are so bad, you just might consider seeking damages.

2. Avoid bottles sold at "half-price" – the lure of such wines is only ever supposed to be their promotion excitement. It's never good when taste is secondary, or even tertiary.

3. Avoid spending your money on a bottle of wine without trying before you buy. Unless you've tried it before and know you like it.

4. Avoid ginormous bottles – desperation to impress is best expressed through the wine, not the size of the glass.

And last, life is just too short, to be drinking wine you don't like.

Norma Serrano

Wine Consultant

WineShop at Home