A breath of fresh air in the stuffy wine world

Author and sommelier Marnie Old is one of the country’s leading wine experts. In addition to her expert speaking and consulting services, Marnie currently serves as director of vinlightenment for Boisset Collection, one of the world’s leading family-owned fine wine firms based in Burgundy and Napa Valley. Formerly the director of wine studies for Manhattan’s esteemed French Culinary Institute, Marnie is best known for her visually engaging books – most notably the award-winning Wine: A Tasting Course published by DK.