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Sound Familiar?
You love wine — but sometimes you wish you knew more.
You stand in the wine aisle feeling overwhelmed by choices and end up grabbing the same bottle every time.
You'd love to talk about wine at dinner parties with confidence, but the jargon feels intimidating.
You want to pair wine with food like a pro but don't know where to start beyond "red with steak."
You're in exactly the right place. Let's change all of that — one sip at a time.
Meet Your Wine Coach
13+ years in the wine industry, and she's just getting started pouring into this community!
Hi, I'm Tonia! 👋
I'm an author, wine educator, and the founder of High Five Wine Academy. After more than 13 years as a wine industry professional, I've made it my mission to make wine education feel like a conversation with your best friend — not a stuffy lecture.
Every week, I pour my passion for wine and food pairings into our wine club members. And now, through High Five Wine News, I'm sharing those same insights with you — for free.
Whether you're a casual sipper or a curious collector, there's always something new to discover. Let's explore together! 🥂
What You'll Get in High Five Wine News
Quick-to-read snippets that will pique your curiosity every single week.
Weekly Wine Scores
See what wines we're scoring inside the Academy and why they made the cut.
Tasting Tips
Build your palate with approachable tips that make every glass more enjoyable.
Pairing Ideas
Discover food and wine pairings that elevate your meals from ordinary to extraordinary.
What Our Community Is Saying
Real women. Real wine lovers. Real community.
"Tonia makes wine feel approachable and fun. I've learned more in a few weeks than I did in years of just drinking it!"
— Sarah, Academy Member
"I finally feel confident ordering wine at restaurants and hosting wine nights with friends is a blast. This community has taught me so much."
— Jennifer, Newsletter Subscriber
Ready to Sip Smarter?
Join High Five Wine News — your free weekly newsletter packed with wine scoring & tasting tips, and pairing ideas from Tonia and High Five Wine Academy wine club members.
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Questions? Reach out at tonia@toniamcarthur.com
