About Sales Director
Jenn Price does not proclaim to be an expert on dating…but her years of practice (and willingness to share stories) will certainly get people talking. Join in the dialogue each week as Jenn tackles matters of the heart.
I love my wine. I love (almost) everything about it. Admittedly, I could do without the calories and the next-day feeling that remains if I've enjoyed it a little too much the night before. 
I think it's sexy to share a bottle of good wine with an even better man - whether it's over a fancy dinner or at home on the sofa watching a DVD. I love it when a man knows about wine and cares enough to ask about my preferences and then takes the liberty to make a selection. I love it even more when he can teach me things I don't know.
So, at one point in my life, when I met a consecutive string of men (literally 4 back-to-back) that not only didn't like wine or know anything about it, but avoided drinking it (and everything else), I have to admit, it was a bit of an issue.
I pondered, consulted with girlfriends, colleagues and even my parents to see if I was being overly picky, or if this major difference could actually be a justifiable deal-breaker. (I'd like to point out that none of these men were alcoholics or had any physical reason for avoiding alcohol).
For me, wine is something that represents culture and history - I appreciate the techniques, the precision and passion involved in crafting each varietal. I enjoy trying new types, expanding my palette and pairing with food. (And let's face it, it can also really help conversation flow!)
One of my dreams is to travel through areas of the world that are famous for their wine (Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, New Zealand, Australia, Argentina, Chile, California and even Niagara - an ideal quick getaway) and enjoy these moments with my man.
Not being able to experience these things as a couple would be a real limitation for me in a relationship. And, I've tried it - it's really not fun to be the only one at dinner having a glass (or two) of wine... The lustre is somehow lost.
So, for these reasons, dating a guy that didn't care to share the vino really was an issue for me... (By no means am I saying that any of these guys would have been a match for me in the long run if only they had drunk wine).
Now that we've parted ways, I have a chance to be specific and put my wishes out to the Universe so the energy of the world will align...
If you're listening oh, Universe, please send me a big, bold Cab with a memorable first impression and a smooth, lingering finish. Hints of chocolate, cherries and pepper would be just divine.
Cheers to that.
Would it be an issue for you if your man didn't share a love of wine with you?