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Sommelier Business

The Feiring Line

“Stella14 focuses on natural wines that are lively, light, and often fruity. The label got its start in 2020, jumpstarted by Master Sommelier David Keck. Keep this one on your radar.”

Is the future of American wine… Vermont?

“There are more and more new players on the scene working in lesser-known regions and hitting the shelf at very reasonable prices”

We Asked 12 Sommeliers: What’s the Best Burgundy Under $50?

“Vermont native David Keck traveled the world as an opera singer before he became a master sommelier, co-founded a successful hospitality group in Houston, and finally returned home to make wine.”

How Vermont Became New England's Natural Wine Destination

“The full Stella14 lineup, including its ‘intense and mischievous’ Wild Child sparkling rosé; semi-carbonic, slightly effervescent Uncle Mark’ette; and Birches pét-nat.”

Stella14 Wines to Open Tasting Room in Jeffersonville

“Only 269 individuals in the world have earned the globally established title of master sommelier. One hundred seventy-two of them are American, and only one is a Vermont native: David Keck.”

Master Sommelier David Keck Puts Down Roots in a Vermont Vineyard

“One can say, Keck is as talented as they come. He discovered his love for wine while traveling through Europe to audition for opera performances. After gaining a master sommelier certification, there was no looking back.”

Song and Wine, with David Keck

“Meanwhile, in this week’s Vermont installment, we’ll introduce you to an opera singer turned Master Sommelier turned winemaker. Meet David Keck. Oh and yes, the wines!”

David Keck in Vermont: What Could Possibly Go Wrong? Ha ha!