The Wine Linguist, founded by Alice Achayo, is committed to amplifying the cuisines of the global south and the diaspora, innovating approaches to discussing wine to increase accessibility and relatability to diverse wine drinkers, and raising awareness around the work of winemakers and vineyard stewards. Achayo's wine and dinner experiences center the stories behind featured cuisines and the paired wines. Her workshops and seminars teach wine professionals and wine drinkers alike how to shift the language they use to talk about wine to foster a deeper appreciation for wines beyond tasting notes. For Achayo, wine language draws upon sensory memories, and wine serves as a medium that bridges cultures and encourage genuine human connections.
Alice Achayo is a 2023 Wine Enthusiast Future 40 Taste Maker honoree.