Jason Wagner Sommelier Services & Wine Consulting

$250/hour

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Introduction: I am a Sommelier with over 15 years experience in some of the most prestigious, boundary-pushing and exciting restaurants in the nation. I am passionate about wine but have the philosophy that "if it's not fun, you're doing it wrong". I have worked in 5 Star / 5 Diamond Hotels, restaurants with multiple Michelin Stars as well as more "hipster" environments and feel comfortable operating in any space. I am available for both professional and personal services. For personal services I can provide online tastings, at-home parties, wine tastings, classes and events. I especially enjoy the intersection of food and wine. I can help you build your restaurant or retail store wine list and help train your staff as well as help design your storage. I look forward to hosting you and sharing my love of wine. Cheers!

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Hired 3 times

Serves South Orange, NJ

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5 years in business

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Allen C.

Sep 11, 2023

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Jason was fantastic! He is incredibly knowledgeable about wines and all spirits and was very professional. Really helped make the party and great night. Highly recommend using him!

Details: Wine tasting • 11 - 20 guests • No preference • Education about about grapes, regions, and vineyards • Wine recommendations • Food and wine pairings • Pouring service

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John L.

Jul 16, 2023

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Outstanding communication from the beginning; clear, decisive instructions in setting up the event, flexible and imaginative wine selections and of course, a consummate professional in guiding a group through the wine selections. Highly recommended!

Details: Food and wine pairing lessons • Fewer than 10 guests • No preference • Italy • California • Education about about grapes, regions, and vineyards • Pouring service • Wine recommendations • Food and wine pairings • Pro will need to provide wine

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Erika G.

Dec 23, 2021

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Jason exceeded expectations in every sense. He was incredibly responsive before the event and offered exceptional wine expertise. Our guests loved our tasting event and Jason’s sense of humor. Highly recommend. I hope to use him again.

Details: Dinner party • 11 - 20 guests • No preference • Education about about grapes, regions, and vineyards • Pouring service • Food and wine pairings • Wine recommendations • Pro will need to provide glassware

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Jason Wagner

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What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Court of Master Sommeliers, American Sommelier Association, Travel, Over 20 years experience
What types of customers have you worked with?
Everything from novices to peers
Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?
I have done remote tastings for people in many different states at once as well as in-home tastings.