About Me

I love what I do: selling some great wine (much of it Italian and of the indigenous grape variety), educational tastings, and just showing overall passion for the world of wine! I hold the WSET diploma in Wines & Spirits, am one of only 15 Italian Wine Experts through the Vinitaly International Academy (VIA), & a certified VIA Educator teaching the newly formed VIA Italian Wine Maestro Program. I recently completed the Italian Wine Scholar Guild certification. Sometimes I even get to be a wine judge, both internationally and locally!

When I’m not doing things related to wine, I enjoy meeting with friends, evening chats with my husband, watching football, making cards, riding my bicycle, reading (for pleasure), meeting new people and playing the piano. I love sharing my passion of wine which I do during wine tastings with my company Joy of Wine. I hope I exemplify that joy every time I talk to anyone about wine! I want to share my passion of wine, and maybe give some options on choosing wine to drink with your friends, on the patio, or with an opulent 5-course meal. Whatever the occasion, I’d like to help you create an amazing experience with wine!

Check out the various personal and corporate packages I have to offer under the tabs “Wine Services”, then give me a call or send me an email, to book YOUR private home or Corporate package tasting! If you’re interested in the VIA Maestro program, please contact me for details.

Marcia J. Hamm (780)691-1200

Joyofwine69@gmail.com