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
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.
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.
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
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.
What Wine do you Pair with a Feast?
Complicated meals need a solution, and the solution is you cannot solve the puzzle with one wine. You need 3.
12 Wines You Should Try: Matt’s California Mix Pack
Matt’s selection of 12 wines from California wineries that have had an impact on his life and career.
Our Year End Champagne Picks
See some of our staff’s favorite go-to Champagne selections for the season.