Michael Keenan is known for leading the team that produces the mouth-watering merlot, cabernet sauvignon, syrah, zinfandel, cabernet franc and chardonnays for which Keenan Winery is known. But he is also deeply appreciated for his dynamic personality, tongue in cheek humor, and accessible. You may have the opportunity to meet with him in your town by attending one of the many winemaker dinners, which he hosts with the chefs, sommeliers, wine critics, wine bloggers and fine restauranteurs around the United States and world. In these events, which are often times kept quite small and intimate so that invitees may get to know him, the hosts, the wines, delicious food pairings and each other. Typically, he’ll captivate his guests with stories from the vineyards, the cellar, and the winery, while keeping everyone laughing with his great humor. Everyone walks away relaxed, smiling and fully sated from the great conversation, scrumptious wines and mouth-watering food. The next time you attend one of his wine maker dinners, make sure you tell him about the first time you tasted his wines and what you like to pair together. Because one thing Michael will say again and again, the real point of wine is to better enjoy the accompanying food!