Rooted in passion and genuine connection
Wine Lux Detour was created from a love of wine, travel, education, and the experiences that happen when people gather around a table.
Founded by Carolina Rivera, Wine Lux Detour brings together years of sales experience, a background in private wine tastings, and an ongoing commitment to wine education through WSET and professional court of master sommelier studies. What began as a personal passion for discovering wine has grown into a vision for creating experiences that invite others to explore wine and spirits in a more meaningful, approachable, and memorable way.
For us, what’s in the glass is only the beginning. Behind every pour is a place, a story, a craft, and the people who bring it to life. From intimate tastings and curated wine dinners to educational experiences and future journeys to vineyards and distilleries, Wine Lux Detour is about experiencing wine and spirits beyond the bottle.
Come for the wine. Leave with a story.
Our story
Wine Lux Detour was born from a deep passion for wine, authentic hospitality, and the joy of bringing people together around an unforgettable table. Based in Middletown, Delaware, we turn tastings into elevated, welcoming journeys of discovery.
More than a tasting. A journey of discovery.
At Wine Lux Detour, every experience is designed to be more than simply tasting what’s in the glass. We bring together wine, spirits, food, education, and storytelling to create experiences that are engaging, approachable, and memorable.
Our philosophy is simple: Learn something. Taste something. Discover something. Remember it.
From discovering new wine regions and producers to exploring distinctive spirits, thoughtful pairings, and the stories behind every pour, we invite you to experience wine and spirits with curiosity—and leave with new favorites, new knowledge, and a story worth sharing.
Crafted with vision and curated expertise
Behind Wine Lux Detour is a passion for exceptional wine, spirits, travel, and the experiences that bring people together. What began as Carolina’s vision continues to grow through her passion for creating meaningful and memorable experiences.
Along the way, her husband, Alexander, has been a valued source of knowledge, perspective, and support. His experience and insight into the wine and spirits world have helped Carolina bring her vision for Wine Lux Detour to life while continuing to shape its possibilities for the future.
Together, their shared appreciation for wine, travel, food, and culture inspires many of the experiences and ideas behind the journey.
Beyond the bottle. Into the experience
Wine has a way of connecting us—to people, places, food, culture, and unforgettable moments. Wine Lux Detour was created to make those connections more meaningful, one experience at a time.
People • Places • Pours