Ron Edwards, Master Sommelier
As a Master Sommelier, Ron Edwards has to be
considered one of the elite few in a group of wine and service
professionals throughout the world. Today, there are only 173
individuals in the world, 99 in the United States, with the
internationally recognized credential of Master Sommelier.
Edwards' affinity for wine, food, service and hospitality
surpasses the majority of wine professionals and he also
possesses extensive knowledge of spirits and beer for any
situation.
Edwards achieved the honor of Master Sommelier in 2005 and after many years in the restaurant industry, has become a consultant to all levels of the wine and hospitality trade. His enthusiasm for the subject, abundant energy and vast experience has inspired businesses throughout the country ranging from wine importers to fine restaurants and hotels. Trusted by the corporate world to entertain and impress key clients, Edwards is well-known for his expertise in coordinating wine pairings for special events. His passion and focus is to meet the consumer "where they are" and has taught seminars to thousands of everyday wine drinkers. He considers it a great privilege to train the next generation of professional sommeliers through the courses of The Court of Master Sommeliers.
His monthly wine club offers
carefully selected wines that take the risk out of buying an
unknown wine and his educational venture, along with two other
partners resulted in the creation of The Grapevine School of
Wine, a unique educational experience for the public.
Exceptional cuisine has always been a focus of his life work and
afforded him the opportunity to work alongside culinary talents
such as Brian Polcyn, Stuart Brioza (named one of America's Best
Young Chefs by Food and Wine magazine), Harlan "Pete" Peterson
(James Beard Award Nominee) and Jeremy Kittelson (Formerly of
Blackbird in Chicago). Ron lives with his wife and four daughters
in the beautiful lakeside town of Charlevoix.
Visit his website at RonEdwards.com.
