Chris Lara

Join Torrey Lewis, a former pastry cook turned wine director at Willows Lodge, and Chris Lara, the wine director at Metropolitan Grill with 30 years in the industry, as they dive into the art of blind tasting. They share techniques to enhance tasting skills, exploring the intricate traits of Syrah and its chemistry. The duo passionately debates a specific wine's characteristics and origin, uncovering complexities that challenge traditional classifications, especially with a focus on the 2016 Vega Atelier Valbuena.