Meet the Talent

Luis Reyneri is an Advanced Sommelier (CMS), Certified Wine Educator (CWE), Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW), Italian Wine Scholar, and Certified Italian Wine Professional. He is a leader in wine education and hospitality, serving as a National Sales Director and consultant for luxury wineries and restaurants.

Luis co-owns The Grove, Cucina & Wine in Hobe Sound, FL, which has been recognized annually with the prestigious Wine Spectator Award of Excellence since opening in 2019. He and his wife, Jen, also own Grape Living, a boutique wine retailer specializing in hard-to-find wines from around the world.

He has mentored and trained aspiring sommeliers through both in-house programs and formal education, blending real-world service with structured learning. His global experience includes harvests and study across Europe, shaping a deep understanding of terroir, producers, and market strategy. He is fluent in Spanish, with conversational French, Italian, and Portuguese.

We are thrilled to welcome back Luis as a sommelier for year two of the Puerto Rico Wine & Food Festival.