Somm Seekers

Junko Yamada & Gary Hulton

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ABOUT US

Somm Seekers was the name we gave to our tasting study group in Sommelier school. We explored wine regions, researched the wines, tasted and studied them,  developing our knowledge of and passion for wines from around the world. This practice is our on-going engagement with seeking out fabulous and interesting wines.

Through our classes and events, Somm Seekers is our way of sharing our experience, knowledge and discoveries with everyone.

It is always a real pleasure when we find a great wine, a wine that may be unknown or under appreciated, and be able to share that with others. It is sure to bring on a smile of delicious delight!


 

Our Services:
  • Wine Classes:
    • Wines of France and Italy
    • Old World vs New World
    • An introduction to blind tasting
    • Top grape varieties from around the world
    • All about champagne and sparkling wine
    • Dessert wines and port tasting
    • Off the radar grapes and wines
  • Guided sit-down dinner with food and wine parings
  • Social reception with sommelier staffed wine stations
  • Team building events—Blind Tasting, Components and Blending
  • Specific region or varietal themed—wine tasting seminars
  • Wine trips to France and Italy
  • Wine List consulting
  • Wine collection consulting, for everyday and long term

MEET OUR SOMMELIERS

  1. Junko Yamada
    Junko Yamada
  2. Gary Hulton
    Gary Hulton
Certified Sommelier, Junko grew up in a restaurant family in Kyoto, Japan and has spent many years working in the restaurant business in New York City. Co-founder of Somm Seekers, Junko has taught wine classes, hosted private food and wine events, taken numerous wine seminars and has participated in professional wine trade events in New York. Inspired by recent travels through the wine regions of France, Junko is excited to share her knowledge of and passion for fine wine.
Having lived in France for many years, where he learned about wine through numerous visits to vineyards throughout France and Italy and harvesting grapes in Champagne. Co-founder of Somm Seekers and Certified Sommelier, Gary has taught wine classes, hosted private wine and food events and assisted Châteaux owners at trade events in New York City. Formerly managing partner of a polo club in Argentina, Gary hosted hospitality events in partnership with vineyard sponsors. An enthusiastic wine lover, Gary enjoys sharing his thirst for knowledge and great wine—especially off the radar discoveries.

WELCOME TO
Somm Seekers
Wine Adventures!

Whether its around the world or around the table, we are dedicated to guiding you through the fabulous and vast variety of wines to be savored for all occasions.

Our wine events are tailored to give you the fullest appreciation of the wine, food and cultures that we will explore. We seek out quality wines to enjoy in unique venues that are both fun and memorable.

Its a good thing that wine and food go together so well—its our passion. We are constantly on the look out for amazing wines that offer great value in terms of both quality and cost.

Our goal is to be your guide along this great adventure and to share our discoveries with you!