Melissa Di Giovanna
Sendoso Sicilian Espresso and Chocolate Tasting
Experience a taste of Sicily through this unique 45-minute chocolate and espresso pairing hosted by Melissa Di Giovanna!
Each pack shipping from Sicily will include:
- 3 flavored bars of Sabadi Modica Chocolate (during summer chocolate is replaced with Sicilian cookies)
- 1 MOAK Sicilian can of espresso
- 1 small stovetop espresso maker
You will only need an espresso cup, some water, and a stovetop to make the fresh espresso; you will be provided with a tasting notes sheet that describes the espresso and the chocolate flavors prior to the meeting.
Products in the final packs are subject to availability and may change slightly based on availability.
*Please factor at least 2 weeks from the scheduled date to arrange the packs and have them arrive in time. Not available June-August due to warm temperatures.
Melissa Di Giovanna is an experienced sommelier and wine industry professional. Driven by her passion for wine and the service industry she takes pride in her role at Di Giovanna Winery in Sambuca di Sicilia, as a sales & marketing director for over 10 years.
Melissa’s passion for the wine industry can be traced back to her early years in New York, where he/she spent significant time working as a sommelier in restaurants and later in wine distribution as a Sales Representative & Sales Manager for an international portfolio of wines. She gained knowledge and experience, from extensive travels to many of the world’s wine-making regions to develop and manage wine portfolios and producer relations.
Melissa has worked in the wine industry for over 18 years, gaining experience in wine distribution, sales, and marketing. As a seasoned sales & marketing manager, she is passionate about advancing Italian wine knowledge and culture. Outside of the office, Melissa enjoys spending time with her family, reading, running, and traveling.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a virtual experience cost?
Prices vary, but our virtual experiences generally start at $70/kit and can go upward of $500/kit. This estimated price incorporates the materials, domestic (ground) shipping, and hosting fees. For some experiences there is a host fee which is a flat rate per event. In such scenarios the host fee will be shown on the experience's detail page. Expedited & global shipping options may incur additional fees. For customization requests and add-ons, please get in touch for pricing details.
What is the recommended lead time for a virtual tasting?
We recommend 2 weeks lead time from the day of payment and delivery of shipping information. If you need something quicker we can arrange for expedited shipping or recommend other options that might be available.
How does shipping work?
You will need to provide us with a list of all the shipping addresses. If you would like help with this we can put together a google form and send it to your participants on your behalf.
Where can you ship your virtual experiences to?
We can ship and/or make arrangements for participants in the US, Canada, Europe, and other global regions. Let us know where you your participants are and we can help with some solutions.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions and non-drinkers?
Yes! We have a variety of Mocktail and food kits that we can ship out. We can also curate custom packages to accommodate participants with special requests.
What platform do you use to host your virtual tastings?
We use Zoom for all our tastings. If you are at an organization that prefers a different platform you're more than welcome to set up a meeting link that our virtual tasting hosts can jump on.
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