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Erik Macias

Napa

Summary

Utilizing deep knowledge of the Napa Valley region and varietals tailored to preferences to enhance client experiences. Track record of fostering client loyalty through engaging wine education and personalized service. Enthusiastic team member possessing skills such as meticulous attention, active listening, and great teamwork.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Wine Consultant

Cliff Lede Vineyards
06.2024 - Current
  • Host tastings through various experiences.
  • Educate how to drink and observe via senses, identify desired characteristics in young or aged wine, understanding terroir, and explaining winemaking.
  • Provide ultimate comfort via professionalism and attentiveness.

Winery Harvest Intern

Huneeus Vintners Quintessa
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted in the sorting and destemming of grapes for fermentation process.
  • Monitored grape quality to ensure it met winery standards.
  • Assisted in transferring juice to tanks and barrels for aging process.
  • Performed daily cellar tasks, such as cleaning, racking, topping off wine barrels.
  • Sanitized and maintained tanks, presses, and other winemaking equipment.
  • Observed safety protocols while working around heavy machinery and hazardous chemicals used in winemaking processes.

Wine Educator

Pine Ridge Vineyards
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Provided educational wine tastings to groups, discussing the various characteristics of each wine selection.
  • Researched wines from different regions and vintages in order to provide more comprehensive tastings.
  • Maintained inventory of retail wines.
  • Demonstrated proper pouring techniques while serving guests during tastings.

Runner, Garde Manger, Server

Lucys Restaurant at Bardessono Hotel
04.2016 - 09.2020
  • Began in April 2016 as a Runner where my responsibilities consisted of ticket organization, expediting, garnishing plates, running, and describing dishes.
  • November 2016 transferred to the kitchen as a Garde Manger. Created daily Amuse Bouche and assisted Chef in various dishes.
  • March 2017 transferred to Server, maintaining extensive knowledge of the menu and daily specials, assisting with any dietary restrictions. When needed, helped other departments such as In-Room Dining, Banquets, and Bartending.

Skills

  • Luxury Customer Service
  • Organizational Skills
  • Bilingual(Spanish)
  • Adept Public Speaker
  • Trained in Wine & Food Pairings
  • Time management efficiency
  • Strong communication skills
  • Wine tasting expertise

Certification

  • Responsible Beverage Service Certification
  • Food Handler Certification
  • WSET 1

Timeline

Wine Consultant

Cliff Lede Vineyards
06.2024 - Current

Winery Harvest Intern

Huneeus Vintners Quintessa
08.2023 - 12.2023

Wine Educator

Pine Ridge Vineyards
04.2023 - 08.2023

Runner, Garde Manger, Server

Lucys Restaurant at Bardessono Hotel
04.2016 - 09.2020

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