Matt

Fine Wine Specialist, General Problem Solver, Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW). Matt previously managed Tango Wine Bar (San Diego) and taught weekly wine courses to groups of 20–30. He has participated in many Premiere Napa Valley events, including multiple expert level tasting courses at The CIA at Greystone, one of the world’s most recognized schools for food and wine education. Throughout his career, he has built personal relationships with more than 50 of Napa's best winery/winemakers and has an extensive knowledge of exclusive west coast wineries. In addition to his wine expertise, Matt has extensive experience with high-end Bourbon, including Pappy Van Winkle, Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, Blanton's, W.L. Weller, and Orphan Barrel to name a few.

What Wine do you Pair with a Feast? 2023 Edition

Complicated meals need a solution, and the solution is you cannot solve the puzzle with one wine. You need 3.

Matt
November 14, 2023

Diving into the World of Dessert Wines

Just finished an excellent meal and you’re ready for dessert? Skip the coffee and treat yourself to something more.

Matt
October 10, 2023

Fall Wine and Food Pairings: Matt’s Picks

All the things that I enjoy about Fall, put me in mind of transitioning to red wine.

Matt
September 5, 2023

Three Value Wines Under $30 – Perfect for late summer

To make the most of the back half of the grilling season, here are a few of my favorite bottles that you can feel proud sharing with even your wine snob friends.

Matt
August 16, 2023

A Pair of Stunners from Sun Soaked Spain

Domaine Lupier has been quietly building its reputation in Spain as a leading source of expressively floral, juicy and succulent Garnacha

Matt
July 14, 2023

Keenan Family Winery

The year was 2005 and it was FRIGID in upstate N.Y. So we packed up and headed to Northern CA for Premiere Napa Valley. I was a mere pup in the wine business, having a whopping 17 months under my belt, so this was an eye-opening experience for me to be sure.