Mindful Wine Tasting Workshops FAQs

Our Workshops Travel!  

While most workshops focus on mindfulness techniques in Oahu, HI, and Whidbey Island, WA, we have also facilitated Experience Winefulness workshops, including wine education classes and wine tasting workshops in Denver, CO, the Bay Area in CA, Phoenix, AZ, and Winnipeg, Canada! Since COVID, we’ve adapted by taking our events online. Please contact us if you’re interested in hosting an event in your hometown!

No - we do not sell wine. However, we do partner with wineries, wine shops, and restaurants to curate selections for our wine education classes and wine tasting workshops. We can definitely assist you with mindfulness techniques when choosing your next bottle or even help you build your entire cellar.

Experience Winefulness workshops focus on mindfulness techniques and are wine agnostic, meaning they are not tied to any specific brand or varietal. During these wine education classes, wine may be provided for educational purposes only. If you'd like to purchase the wines tasted in the workshop, we can usually provide you with the contact details for ordering them yourself. 

*Hosts are responsible for obtaining the appropriate liquor licenses for public events.

Great question! It's a little difficult to answer since each of our wine tasting workshops is as unique as the people in them. 

First and foremost, you can expect fun! Our workshops are casual, so show up as you are and get ready to experience something new. Some sessions feature table settings while others are on yoga mats; some take place outside, while others are indoors. 

Our wine education classes are designed in a 'Sommelier Style,' combining detailed wine insights with mindfulness techniques and guided meditations. Your workshop will include all the materials you need for a successful experience, along with a variety of tasting elements (nibbles) to enhance your enjoyment. 

We keep our workshops small to ensure you receive plenty of personal attention and get answers to all your burning wine questions.

Most wine tasting workshops start at $550 for up to 12 participants (plus travel expenses if necessary). We also offer group rates and multi-class discounts for those interested in our wine education classes focused on mindfulness techniques. 

Please note that prices are subject to change, so contact us for the latest and greatest.

Anyone ages 21+ who enjoys wine or wants to explore mindfulness techniques will find our offerings valuable. Our wine education classes and wine tasting workshops are perfect for: Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties, Birthdays, Wellness Retreats, Company Picnics, Thank You Events for Loyal Customers, Supper Clubs, Dinner Parties, Wineries, Wine Shops, Restaurants/Bars, Team Building, and Special Events.

YES! We do recommend taking some wine education classes together over others. For instance, combining Wine, Body, Balance and the Original Winefulness or pairing Palate Perspectives with Conscious Coupling makes for excellent mindfulness techniques in our wine tasting workshops!

About 30% of people surveyed report experiencing some anxiety when buying wine or ordering in a restaurant. Our Experience Winefulness workshops offer mindfulness techniques to help you identify your personal preferences, giving you the language to ask for more of what you want without the stress. If that’s not enough, here are 10 additional reasons to join our wine education classes and wine tasting workshops!  

You can impress your friends with your newfound wine knowledge!  

You can ensure you have chosen an excellent wine to pair with your next meal!  

You can discover more about yourself!  

You can develop a whole new skillset to practice self-care!  

You can meet new people and explore new wines!  

You can enjoy a unique experience!  

You can build a foundation for future wine endeavors!  

You can expand your palate!  

You can learn to stretch your wine budget and get the most for your money!  

You can learn to give the gift of wine and bring happiness to others too!

Our founder, Kellie Johnsen, is a mindfulness expert and therapist who discovered that many of her clients mentioned using wine as part of their self-care routine. As a trained sommelier, Kellie quickly recognized wine as an excellent conduit for mindfulness and saw a unique opportunity to shift how many people experience wine while promoting more responsible consumption. Over the years, Kellie and her husband, Aaron, have represented several well-known wineries and smaller producers, offering wine education classes and wine tasting workshops to enrich people's understanding of this beloved beverage.

Aaron, who grew up in California's wine country, has spent his career working in the industry. With a passion for history and geography, he is fascinated by how weather, land, and laws influence the creation of wine's magical elixir. Together, Aaron and Kellie have dedicated their adult lives to learning about the places, faces, and spaces that bring wine to life, and they are excited to share their insights with you! - Check out our About Us Page for more.

Throughout the year, we offer public and semi-public wine education classes and workshops. You can find our public wine tasting workshops posted on our FB page and Eventbrite. 

The Sips, Sex and Serenity Course opens a couple of times a year, where you can explore mindfulness techniques while enjoying a curated wine experience. More details about this course can also be found on our FB page and Eventbrite. 

If you prefer a more personalized experience, you can arrange a private wine workshop in your home or place of business. Just contact us, and we’ll work together to shape your perfect wine workshop.