Devin Parr is a wine writer and industry insider with a passion for uncovering how wine and drinks intersect with culture, lifestyle and the way we live now. She holds a WSET Diploma and a wine certification from the Apicius International School of Hospitality in Florence, Italy, and in 2017, was named one of Wine Enthusiast’s Top 40 Under 40 Tastemakers. With nearly two decades of experience in the beverage industry, she’s become a trusted voice among drinks professionals and casual consumers alike. She loves exploring the unexpected—from what sommeliers drink at home to how beverages shape our rituals, relationships and travels. She lives in Southern California with her husband, two sons and two bossy Shih Tzus. When she’s not writing or tasting, you’ll find her fine-tuning her ninja skills as a black belt in Shorin Ryu karate. Follow her adventures in drinks, parenting and roundhouse kicks on Instagram at @thesocalwinegal.