Lisa Barber
Experience: WSET L3 Merit, worked in wine for 4+ years (wine bars, social media, education), co-founder Wine Schooled KC
Classes you teach: WSET Level 1 & 2, Food Pairing, Wine 101
Which underrated grape or region should more people know about? I love all Italian wines, but lately it’s got to be Sicilian wines grown on the slopes of Mt. Etna: Carricante for Etna Bianco and Nerello Mascalese & Nerello Cappuccio for Etna Rosso.
What’s the one myth about wine you love busting in class? There are no bad grapes; just bad winemakers.
What’s one thing you want every student to leave your class knowing? To have more confidence in their own palate.
You’re off the clock. Where are you going in KC and what are you enjoying there? Bacaro Primo (because I can walk there) and I’m getting cheesy focaccia with Lambrusco.
Follow: @WineSchooledKC @doghouzz
Jennipher Walters
Experience: WSET L3 Merit, worked in wine for 4+ years (retail, wine bar, marketing, journalist, sales), co-founder Wine Schooled KC
Classes you teach: WSET Level 1, Food Pairing, Wine 101, Music & Food
Which underrated grape or region should more people know about? Loire Valley. I’m simply OBSESSED with Chenin Blanc from there, be it sparkling, still, dry or off-dry. Aged Chenin is a true treat. If you ever see it, try it!
What’s the one myth about wine you love busting in class? That there’s a “right” or “wrong” way to talk about wine aromas and flavors. If you smell it or taste it, it’s there because that’s your experience.
What’s one thing you want every student to leave your class knowing? They’re welcome in this industry, no matter their background.
You’re off the clock. Where are you going in KC and what are you enjoying there? XO Hifi for tea service or a glass of wine and that darn delicious edamame dip! I always love to see what vinyl they’re spinning. Such a good vibe.
Follow: @WineSchooledKC @JPHWalters
Lindsey Murrell
Experience: WSET L3 Merit, worked in wine for 4 years, Midwest Sales Manager for Athenee Importers – 2.5 years & Counting! 
Classes you teach: Greek & Cypriot Wines
Which underrated grape or region should more people know about? Greece. So many unique grape varieties and a wine making region that has deep rooted history!
What’s the one myth about wine you love busting in class? Good wine doesn’t have be expensive!
What’s one thing you want every student to leave your class knowing? Greece is far more than Santorini and Mykonos. From mountains to islands to ancient vineyards, the country produces some of the world’s most exciting wines—and there’s a whole world beyond Assyrtiko waiting to be discovered.
You’re off the clock. Where are you going in KC and what are you enjoying there? Affäre for something with bubbles and truffle fries!
Follow: @thegreekwineclub
Katie Hendley
Experience: 30-year restaurant veteran, 20-year student of wine
International Sommelier Guild – Diploma (2008)
Court of Master Sommeliers – Level II Certified (2014)
Society of Wine Educators – Certified Wine Educator (Pending)
Which underrated grape or region should more people know about? Blauer Zweigelt. On its own it’s a chameleon wine – it goes great with everything! It’s also a component of a lot of cool red blends and has been known to make very tasty rosé. Also: Arizona should be on everyone’s radar – they’re doing some very cool things right now.
What’s the one myth about wine you love busting in class? Pairing stigmas: “White wine with fish!” Yada yada. What about grilled corvina with pesto gnocchi? I think I’d prefer an Aglianico. There’s more to it than it seems on the surface, but it’s not too hard to predict what will work with a few basic guidelines and a little creativity.
What’s the one thing I want every student in class to leave knowing? Wine is a collaboration at every step; there are so many people involved with the goal of getting the wine from the vineyard to the person who will ultimately enjoy it. Respecting that mission, educating ourselves and building trust with the consumer is key. At the end of the day it’s our job to help the right wine get to the right person and to make that person’s day better (and sell wine!)
Where am I going in KC off the clock? Sail Away Wine is great for wine tasting and snacks in NKC. I also love having a spritz and a
burrata on the patio at Enzo in River Market, Alsatian white with mussels at Le Fou Frog, or pink bubbles and steak tartare in the courtyard at Affäre.
Follow: @katiemackcmo