D'VINE
Your partner for exceptional wine & spirits tastings
TRUSTED BY THE BEST
ABOUT US
We are Southern California's premier adult beverage sampling company, specializing in high-impact brand experiences that drive sales and foster meaningful consumer connections.
HIGHLY VETTED REPRESENTATIVES
Our Brand Ambassadors are all RBS certified, with many holding SWE, WSET, and Sommelier credentials. All of our reps are W-2 employees and have an average tenure of over 5 years.
PROVEN ROI
Our demos drive impressive sales conversions and long-term customer loyalty, with sales lifts that extend beyond the demo.
BEST-IN-CLASS REPORTING
Industry-leading data collection, including consumer feedback, sales metrics, photos, and inventory reporting—accessible 24/7 through our online portal and regular email updates.
WITH YOU SINCE 2011
Founded in 2011, we emerged alongside California's launch of the off-premise Type 86 tasting license, setting the industry standard for legal compliance, professionalism, and exceptional sales performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’re not just a staffing agency – we’re a premium brand-building partner.
Here’s what makes us different:
•Top-tier reps: We have a high bar for our brand ambassadors. D'Vine reps are passionate and polished professionals, with many holding WSET or other advanced credentials, writing for wine & spirits publications, etc.
•Thoughtful staffing: We hand-pick reps for each demo to ensure the right fit. No demo is a random assignment.
•Stronger relationships & smarter scheduling: Many of our reps have been with us for over a decade and are trusted by store managers and shoppers alike. We leverage those relationships and insights to strategically schedule demos for maximum impact, factoring in store-specific foot traffic, shopper behavior, and manager preferences.
•Exceptional reporting: Our recaps give you useful insights from the field, including both quantitative and qualitative data.
We operate throughout Southern California, primarily in off-premise grocery chains like Ralphs, Pavilions, Bristol Farms, Total Wine, and Stater Bros.
It depends on the chain, but the earlier you reach out, the better. We typically book 2-3 months in advance.
Yes! After each demo, you’ll receive a detailed recap that includes shopper insights on taste/product/packaging, photos, and store-level sales data.
We also flag any distribution issues, merchandising challenges, or shelf placement concerns to help you stay ahead.
Working with D'Vine is turnkey and hassle-free!
To get started, we just need:
• Budget and timeframe
• UPCs and sell sheets for demo products
• If applicable, a target store list
From there, we'll take care of everything else – scheduling with the chains, staffing, and reporting.
