The Roots
My name is Kevin Chung, and if you'd told my younger self I'd trade a corporate career for a life built around wine, I wouldn't have believed you. But that's exactly what happened — what started as a hobby became my career, my life's work, and honestly, my greatest love. I hope that passion comes through in every conversation we have and every post I write.
In my years in this industry, I've gone from a total outsider to earning top score on my Sommelier exam, working the floor as a Sommelier for a Michelin-ranked restaurant group in DC, and managing one of the most respected vineyards in Virginia wine country. Along the way, I've been blessed to pour for world leaders, professional athletes, and Fortune 500 CEOs — experiences that have shaped how I think about hospitality, discretion, and what truly exceptional service looks like.
Every one of these milestones has been a stepping stone toward what I consider my real purpose: passing on what I know to you. Wine is so much bigger than what's in your glass on any given evening (or morning — no judgment here), and I love nothing more than showing people that world. If that sounds like something you want in your corner, subscribe or reach out — I'd love to talk wine with you.
How It Works?
I work with a select group of private clients as a Concierge Sommelier, offering retainer-based packages tailored to how deeply you want to go — from private tastings and palate analysis to full cellar management and wine procurement. I intentionally keep my client roster small. The kind of service I provide — the level world leaders, athletes, and top executives have come to expect — only works at a limited scale, and I'd rather do right by a few clients than spread myself thin across many. If that sounds like the experience you're looking for, take a look at the plans below, and don't hesitate to reach out with any questions.