Our mission is to share the wonderful world of wine while traveling through the senses, exploring emerging and lesser-known wine regions, unique and boutique wineries from around the world…

Ellen Lainez

Meet The Wine Consul

A Latino-owned business dedicated to wine education, immersive wine experiences and hospitality and corporate training.
Ellen Lainez owner and founder and certified Professional Wine Educator, has crafted wine experiences and worked with wine brands in Canada and Latin America for over 10 years to showcase amazing wine regions in an accessible and enjoyable way for everyone.
We founded The Wine Consulate as the educational site for beverage training and fun courses to learn about wine and spirits. And to certify your establishment staff as a professional in Hotels, bars, restaurants with presence in Canada and Central America.
Check out our Academy, thewineconsulate.com

Uncorking, learning, teaching and loving wines and sharing them with the world.

  • Wines of Argentina Ambassador
  • Wines of Chile Ambassador
  • Wines of Croatia (Founder of the Croatian Wine Ambassador) First Ambassador
  • Wines of Greece Ambassador
  • Wines of Portugal Ambassador
  • Italian Wine Scholar
  • Spanish Wine Scholar
  • Certified Bartending with the Toronto Institute of Bartending.
  • © Professional Wine Educator
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What They Say

As featured in HWN Hispanic Women Network, Kbuena Radio and Chaim ally Global

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Thank you for this lovely idea to merge wine and yoga! So much fun!
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A fun time and wonderful to hang out with friends learning about wines!
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Excellent service and experience in selecting appropriate wines . Wine Consul went above and beyond . Highly recommended
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Thank you for this lovely idea to merge wine and yoga! So much fun!
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Wow, Orange wines! I’ve never thought it was from white grapes! Thank you The Wine Consul, the tasting was amazing!
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Thank you for sharing your knowledge and passion for wine!.
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Travel With The Wine Consul

Sip, Savor & Travel: Premiere Wine & Culture Getaways.

Wine journeys from Ontario to amazing wine regions, historical sites, off the beaten path destinations and flavorful experiences—designed by Ellen, your bilingual wine educator + travel advisor. From boutique hotels to private tastings, enjoy VIP perks and immersive experiences rooted in culture and terroir.

Tailored Wine Travel Itineraries | The Wine Consul Unforgettable wine journeys itineraries curated by a certified sommelier travel agent. From Ontario gems to global vineyard escapes. Tailored Wine Travel.

For those looking for a perfect gift!!!

Wine Experinces Boxes

Curated wines and amazing experience boxes with local products. Supporting small businesses never has been this fun!
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Wine experience boxes start at $49.99 plus shipping.
*Products and price will vary, get in touch to customize your experience.