From Wine Writer to Wine Event Expert

My path to leading wine events started in an unexpected place: the pages of Food & Wine, Full Pour, Iconic, American Way and other publications. As a luxury travel journalist, I explored more than 40 wine regions around the globe - from tasting racy Sauvignon Blancs in New Zealand to discovering South Africa's Winelands with the country's top young sommelier.

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What I learned: The best wine experiences aren't just about what's in the glass - they're about the stories, the connections, and making people feel excited rather than intimidated.

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That realization led me to earn my Sommelier designation and shift my focus to something I'm truly passionate about: creating wine experiences that people actually enjoy.

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As a wine journalist and the only Arizona member of the prestigious international Circle of Wine Writers, I know how to tell compelling stories about wine. As the owner of Vin Roché I know how to transform that knowledge into engaging events that get people talking, laughing, and learning without realizing they're being educated.

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The result? Wine tastings in Phoenix and Scottsdale that combine sommelier expertise with the storytelling skills of a professional journalist - minus the pretension, plus the fun.

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Whether you're planning a corporate team-builder or a private celebration, I bring the wine knowledge and the personality to make your event memorable.