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Matthew Citriglia

Matthew Citriglia FKA MS (Master Sommelier) and Director of Education at Southern Glazer Wine and Spirits

Matthew Citriglia is the Director of Wine Education for the East Region and cultivates the wine and spirits education programs. Matthew’s curriculums are tailored to help sales consultants develop commercial and consultative expertise.

Throughout Matthew’s forty-plus years of on and off-premise experience, he has earned numerous post-nominal initials from prestigious organizations, such as the Wine & Spirits Education Trust, Court of Master Sommeliers, Wine Scholar Guild, the Sake Professional Program, and many more. Matthew has great compassion for aspiring beverage professionals and spends considerable time mentoring and providing career advice. He is admired for his continual pursuit of excellence and respected for upholding core hospitality principles: to serve others with integrity and humility.

Meet the other judges

Jared Givens

Director of Restaurants, Bars and Events for the Thompson Dallas, Hyatt Hotels

Larissa C Dubose

National Director Beverages- Dining Division at Paradies Lagardère and Wine Enthusiast Magazine Future 40, Vino Volo National Buyer