…but you can call me JP. I’m an educator at heart, and wine is my favorite subject. With over five years in the wine industry in the Washington, DC, area—including retail, sales and distribution, teaching, tastings, and curated wine dinners—I’ve learned that every bottle tells a story. My goal is to help people not just enjoy what’s in their glass, but to taste the region—to understand the land, culture, tradition, and people behind each pour. Wine has a unique power to transport us around the world, and I love guiding others on that journey.

I hold a WSET Level 3 certification and am currently deepening my expertise through the Italian Wine Scholar program with the Wine Scholar Guild. Italian wines are my specialty and my passion, and I founded Bacco e Vino to share that love with others.

So whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned enthusiast, I’m here to help you explore, learn, and fall in love with wine, one glass at a time.

Saluti!