Answer:

tasting

Answer	Crossword Clue
TASTING	Sipping, perhaps
TASTING	Winery event
TASTING	Sampling.

TASTING	Tea expert's job.
TASTING	Sample
TASTING	Oenologist's activity
TASTING	Vintner's event
TASTING	Risky job in the king's court

Crossword

a puzzle consisting of a grid of squares and blanks into which words crossing vertically and horizontally are written according to clues.