Denise Barker

Denise Barker began her wine career in 2008, initially earning a Hospitality degree and advancing her wine expertise by staging in France's renowned wine regions. She has an extensive background in luxury wine distribution, working with Bordeaux negociants and ultra-premium suppliers for nearly a decade. After returning to the U.S., Denise specialized in Bev/Alc e-commerce and digital marketing for luxury wine and spirits brands, expanding her experience through various roles in wine retail and as a Wine/Beverage Director.

In 2024, she became the National Brand Director for IWA, a pioneering sake brand crafted by Richard Geoffroy, the former winemaker of Dom Pérignon. Denise's deep industry knowledge has led to appearances on Fox 5's Good Day New York, host of Wine4Food’s 'Somm School Insider' on Roku, and features in publications like Decanter, Glamour, CNET, Wine & Spirits Magazine, and more. Passionate about bringing wellness to the Hospitality industry, she leads the 'Meditasting' initiative and supports individuals affected by scoliosis through her role on the Board of 'Back to Healing.

Follow her on Instagram: @DeniseBarkerWine for updates on wine, wellness, and luxury branding.