Question 1

How quickly will I receive my order?

Accepted Answer

All kits will be shipped during the week of January 20 at the earliest, and all kits should arrive by February 11 as long as someone age 21+ with a valid ID is home to receive the kit.  Note that UPS will make up to 3 attempts to deliver the wine tasting kit.

Question 2

I was not home to receive my kit, now what?

Accepted Answer

UPS will leave an attempted delivery message if needed with their next intended drop off date. UPS will make up to 3 attempts to deliver.

Question 3

Can it be shipped to my PO Box?

Accepted Answer

No. Someone needs to be home to sign and prove that they are above the age of 21.

Question 4

Do I have to be home to receive my wine kit?

Accepted Answer

Yes. This package needs to be signed off on upon delivery to prove that the purchaser is 21+.

Question 5

This is a gift- will there be a receipt in the package?

Accepted Answer

When shipping out your order, a receipt, invoice, or packing slip is NOT included in the package.

Question 6

What kind of wines are included in this kit?

Accepted Answer

The 6 mini bottles of wine (enough for two to taste) include two whites, a rosé, and three reds. All are from Italy and the varietals include Fiano, Grecanico (White Wines), Rosato (Rosé Wine), Nerello Cappuccio, Nerello Mascalese, and Rosso di Italia (Red Wines).

Question 7

Do the wines need to be refrigerated?

Accepted Answer

You may have heard that red wines should be served at “room temperature” but the optimal wine storage temperature is between  70F-45F, so sticking the whole box in the fridge makes it easy! Before the event, be sure to open each mini bottle right before the tasting to let the wine breathe.

Question 8

What do I need to prepare beforehand for this event?

Accepted Answer

Our first suggestion is to have a strong internet connection! Next is to prepare the wine: Stick the entire kit in the fridge for at least 1 hour and open each mini-bottle right before the tasting and let that wine breathe. Then you should gather your gear: At least 2 wine glasses and water.

Question 9

Do you have recommended snacks for the tasting?

Accepted Answer

You can pair any of your favorite snacks like pretzels or classic potato chips with these wines; or you could pair these wines with more classic snacks are things such goat cheese, chocolate or an olive tapenade.

Question 10

Do I need a bottle opener?

Accepted Answer

No, all wines are twist off.

Question 11

I purchased my ticket before realizing I have prior obligations! Will this event be recorded?

Accepted Answer

This event WILL be recorded and a link will be sent to ALL ticket holders a week following the event for you to experience the event on your own time.

Question 12

How can I submit a question(s) to Rick Steves?

Accepted Answer

You will be able to submit your questions to Rick (and the sommelier) using the Q&A Zoom feature. Attendees will be able to “upvote” the questions they want to hear asked the most. We will focus on questions with the most votes.  Unfortunately, we cannot promise all questions will be answered.

Question 13

Will the event be captioned?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Captions will be provided by our friends at Partners Interpreting. Please reach out to host station WGBH with any other accessibility accommodation questions directly  during regular business hours M-F, 9am-5pm ET at 617-300-3300 or via email: info@wgbh.org.

Question 14

Still have a question?

Accepted Answer

If you still have questions, please reach out to specialevents@wned.org

Question 15

What is the shelf life of the mini wine bottles?

Accepted Answer

These wines are best enjoyed within 3-4 months, if unopened. Once opened, the wine should be consumed within a few days.

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