The Propose of our team is to provide a Quality focused solution to the wine industry by serving growers and winemakers who are committed to providing optimum quality to the wine buyer.
We are focused on branding select growers and winemakers who perform above a commodity standard as Quality providers to the wine consumer. Our web networks provide an information exchange in defining site specific origins of each wine. Consumers now have an educational and information resource in locating quality wines from their specific terroir preferences. Growers and Winemakers now have a team of quality advocates who define standards of quality.
Consumers are more educated and focused on where and how their food is grown and wine is no exception. The taste of quality is exceptional and can not be artificially replicated. It is why consumers are trading up and will pay to partake in better coffee, tea, water, and especially wine…
The Partners:
Michael Quinn CEO Michael.Quinn@QualityGrapes.com
Michael, a Napa Native has over 30 years experience in viticulture and wine making. Michael’s career scope in the industry has gone from the vineyard through to wine distribution. His focus has been Northern CA site specific small lots which are exceptional in their varietal and site specific attributes.
Michael is also the owner and Wine Maker of Michael-Scott wines where he continues to achieve numerous awards, Best of Class, and 90 point Wine Spectator acclaim.
Michael Pinsky Director of Finance Michael.Pinsky@QualityGrapes.com
A major focus during Michael’s career in the wine industry has been on the quality of the grapes that go into wine. Having heard Andre Tchelischeff very early on discuss climatology – the science of matching grapes to soil and climate, had a major impact on him. Traveling to different parts of the wine world, vineyards were always on the agenda. Whether it was Bordeaux, Jerez de la Frontera, Rheingau or Sonoma County, the source of those grapes and the story those vineyards told has broadened his appreciation for the wines he has sold and served.
Michael’s other great passion is food. He was a member of the Sommelier Society in Washington, D.C. and was on the Board of Directors of Les Cents Chevalier du Vin, a group devoted to the enjoyment and education of food and wine pairing. As head of the wine committee, he was a member of every dinner committee and worked closely with the top chefs of the Washington metropolitan area.
He has also worked for Seagram’s Chateau and Estates, Vintage Wine Merchants and created the tasting room for Steltzner Vineyards. He was in retail for many years on both coasts. Michael has a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Maryland with minors in History and English.
Linda Yenni Director of Marketing / Business Development Linda.Yenni@QualityGrapes.com
Linda has 14 years of successful wine business experience in finance, IT, business development, and contract negotiation. Her career has a vast international scope in the wine industry and has included Cline Cellars, Rosemount Estates, Freixenet, Gloria Ferrer, and Jaeger Vineyards. Linda holds degrees in Business Administration/Accounting and Computer Programming. Linda is also a partner in Wine Realty International, which focuses on prime vineyard, winery, and wine brand acquisitions and divestitures.
