OVERVIEW
Cynthia Cheng knows better than to bore a group of wine newbies with stories about Robert Parker or unattainable ’61 Bordeauxs. Cheng’s company, Cyn-et-Vin, can personalize wine tastings to suit an audience, whether it’s a group of brokers who need to order properly at client lunches or a team of magazine editors interested in wine and food pairings. With her lack of uppity wine-snob attitude, attendees won’t be afraid to mispronounce “gewurztraminer” or ask simple questions. Cheng also consults on wine lists and pairings for special events or dinners.