Let’s Share A Pour

With decades of experience as a sommelier — and a background in teaching and theatre — I bring a mix of knowledge, storytelling, and performance to every event. I call it edutainment: learning through laughter, curiosity, and connection.

I host corporate functions, MC wine events and awards, appear at food and wine festivals, and am available for private bookings.

I speak from the heart, sharing the wine subjects I’m most passionate about, in my own unique voice. I will never promote a product I don’t believe in or haven’t taken the time to truly taste and understand. I’m committed to sharing what I’ve learned about wine in a way that’s honest, entertaining, engaging, and completely unpretentious.

I also take pride in honouring the unique individuals behind the wine—their stories, history, and craft—celebrating non-corporate, authentic winemaking that inspires and connects.

Come and share all of this with me as we have fun connecting with culture and community through wine. My events frequently book out, so be sure to get in fast!

Glass Half Full Wine Consulting | Jay Bessell — Sommelier & Wine Educator
Jay Bessell — Sommelier & Wine Educator, and founder of Glass Half Full Wine Consulting. He hosts public events, private tastings, corporate sessions, and curates award-winning wine lists.
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