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Raffaella Anderson(Store Director)
Daughter of San Daniele del Friuli, home of the best Prosciutto Crudo in the world, Raffaella brings a deep cultural understanding of the balance between natural foods, cheeses and Italian wines. Raffaella will explore the numerous wines available to enhance your dining experience, and when asking about a particular wine, do not be surprised if she responds with the question, "What are you preparing for dinner?"
Jonathan Gibbons CSW Jonathan graduated from the University of North Texas with degrees in History and Music. Jonathan brings a unique combination of technical expertise and intuitive understanding to Vin Classic Wines. He achieved an almost perfect score in his Wine Specialist certification. His years living in Europe and his training in humanistic studies developed his understanding of balance. After service in the Marine Reserves Jonathan secured a multiyear contract with the Dallas Opera Chorus which he maintains today. In 2005 Jonathan entered the wine industry at La Bodega Winery. His exposure to a wide variety of wines accentuated his passion for the wine industry. The subtle flavors of the land and the balance provided by the aging process were immediately evident to his young but refined palate. He migrated to the Siegel's family in 2007 where he could further develop his understanding of the importance of genuine food and quality wine. Jonathan became Assistant Store Director at Vin Classic Wines in 2008.
Dan was born and raised in Montreal, Canada. After working for more than 30 years in telecommunications and high technology sector in various sales and management positions, Dan decided to pursue his life-long desire to work in the wine industry. He joined the Vin Classic Wines team in March 2008 as a wine consultant. Dan enjoys traveling to Europe every year in particular to France and always visits vineyards and wineries (Burgundy, Rhone Valley and Bordeaux). Yes Dan is fluent in the French language, so don't be afraid to ask him for some recommendations on wines from France, as he gets very excited to discuss them with you.
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After years as an executive manager in the Italian newspaper and telecommunications industries in Milan and Rome, Raffaella found an opportunity in the United States to explore her true life's passion, food and wine.