Next Wave Awards Bartender of the Year: Patty Dennison
This feature is part of our 2023 Next Wave Awards. “My golden rule is to work hard and be nice […]
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Next Wave Awards Winemaker of the Year: Nathan Kendall
This feature is part of our 2023 Next Wave Awards. Nathan Kendall always knew he wanted to be a winemaker.
Next Wave Awards Food & Beverage Program of the Year: Mírate
This feature is part of our 2023 Next Wave Awards. Los Angeles has no shortage of beautiful watering holes, but
Next Wave Awards Wine Professional of the Year: Cha McCoy
This feature is part of our 2023 Next Wave Awards. Despite having a flourishing career in wine today, Cha McCoy
Next Wave Awards Master Blender of the Year: Nic Christiansen
This feature is part of our 2023 Next Wave Awards. “My whole life I’ve been interested in flavor,” says Nic
Next Wave Awards Sommelier of the Year: Alexandria Sarovich
This feature is part of our 2023 Next Wave Awards. After years of working as a sommelier in some of
Next Wave Awards Spirits Brand of the Year: Frey Ranch Distillery
This feature is part of our 2023 Next Wave Awards. There’s no such thing as an overnight success story in
Next Wave Awards Retailer of the Year: Penny’s Wine Shop
This feature is part of our 2023 Next Wave Awards. The first thing you’ll notice upon darkening the door of
Next Wave Awards Rising Drinks Brand of the Year: Nomadica
This feature is part of our 2023 Next Wave Awards. Kristin Olszewski started her sommelier career in Nantucket, in wine-focused
Next Wave Awards Educator of the Year: Deniseea Head
This feature is part of our 2023 Next Wave Awards. Check out Deniseea Head’s Instagram page and you’ll instantly be