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Fort Myers gets first ‘tastings’ of retail Wine Bar

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Anyone in Fort Myers who has ever felt a tinge of unease at the thought of choosing the correct wine can breathe easier thanks to the opening of Tastings, where newcomers to connoisseurs can savor one of the largest selections in the world of wines-by-the-taste, host a party or just relax with friends and enjoy great food and drink.

Local entrepreneur Jennifer Wadsworth opened Tastings – a wine experience – at 9902 Gulf Coast Main Street, offering local consumers an ever changing selection of highly acclaimed yet affordable wines coupled with innovative wine sampling technology.

“Everyone should be able to enjoy great wine in a friendly, non-intimidating atmosphere, not just those who consider themselves wine connoisseurs,” Wadsworth said.

The sampling experience begins when guests purchase pre-paid electronic cards that allow them to access self-serve technology and purchase wines by the taste, the half glass or a full glass. Once consumers find their favorite selections, full bottles are available for purchase.

“We hold no prejudice as to whether our wines come from large, prominent vineyards or from best-kept-secrets in remote areas of wine country,” Wadsworth said. “Many of our wines are rated quite well in popular wine magazines. But we also have sought out a few of the unheralded, small producers who create gems year after year.”

In addition to wine, Tastings’ guests can enjoy a variety of food and wine pairings from artisan cheeses and charcuterie to an innovative tapas-style menu. By using state of the art technology and high-quality ingredients an exceptional food experience can be enjoyed by Tastings’ customers making Tastings more than just a wine bar. Tastings also offers a selection of hand crafted beers from around the world and select locations also offer boutique hand crafted Spirits. Customers can also browse works by International Artist Leanne Laine, and shop the retail offerings.

Tastings locations are ideal venues for special events such as corporate events, private parties, winemaker visits, and other community-driven celebrations.

“Tastings has removed the elitist perception from the wine industry and has focused instead on a self-serve, self-learn atmosphere using the most innovative technology and the best selection of wines from around the world,” Wadsworth said.

About Tastings

Founded in 2005, Tastings is a wine bar and retail wine shop that encourages guests to enjoy and sample more than 100 different varieties of wine in a friendly, stylish and non-intimidating atmosphere. Founded by two couples that are wine enthusiasts, friends and neighbors, Tastings features the most innovative wine-sampling technology and a customer-focused environment conducive to the most enjoyable wine experience. Franchising since August 2006, Tastings currently has six locations in operation and projections to reach 200 franchised stores by 2011.

For more information, visit awineexperience.com.