Marco Alves

Senior Editor, Drinks

A certified sommelier and veteran journalist, Marco Alves began his career as a cellar hand in the Douro Valley before transitioning to writing. He served as the wine columnist for the 'San Francisco Chronicle' for ten years, followed by a tenure as Senior Editor at 'Imbibe' magazine. His reporting on the impact of climate change on heritage vineyards won a citation from the International Association of Culinary Professionals. Marco's approach is rooted in the belief that every bottle tells a story about a specific time, place, and culture.