Matt Kettmann
@mattkettmann
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Senior editor at Santa Barbara Independent, contributing editor for Wine Enthusiast, and written for New York Times, TIME, Wine Spectator, Smithsonian, etc.
Santa Barbara
Joined December 2009
Michael Benedict, who co-founded Sanford & Benedict Vineyard in Santa Barbara County a half century ago, died this week at age 83. He helped prove Pinot Noir could thrive here, and that revolution has never stopped gaining speed. @SBCWines @SanfordWinery.
independent.com
The renowned botanist and vineyard pioneer changed Santa Barbara County’s wine industry.
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Meeting the Michelin man at @six_test_kitchen with my buddy @chrispotterart Check my highlight reel for the full rundown. These few pics only do partial justice.
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RT @StilettoAnna: Harvest Swoon: ". a sangria-style #kettlesour. was feted during an end-of-harvest pig roast at #peasantsFEAST in #Solva….
independent.com
The Ventura brewery and Santa Ynez Valley winery have created a “sangria-style kettle sour.”
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Tasting the 2003 to 2020 vintages of @margerumwines M5 Rhône blend. Amazing how the 2003 was fresher than some of the younger vintages. 2010, 2011, and 2016 also standouts but they were all alive and delicious.
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Thanks for having me @jasonchaas.
I had a great time talking with @mattkettmann for this week's @TablasCreek Instagram Live conversation. We talked the different approaches to writing reviews, articles and books; why shorter pieces aren't easier than longer ones; and lots more. Watch it at
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RT @TablasCreek: This week we are excited to host @mattkettmann, senior editor @SBIndyNews, contributing editor @WineEnthusiast, and author….
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RT @jasonchaas: I'm honored to be helping give Gary Eberle of @EberleBoar the @RhoneRangers Lifetime Achievement Award this evening at 5pm….
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My favorite restaurant in the world. I also like to say it’s the first one I ever ate at as a human but my parents would never confirm. @eltorobravocapitola
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RT @sculpterrawine: Sculpterra 2017 Mega Focus Rated 92 and Editors' Choice By Wine Enthusiast - Thanks @mattkettmann! .
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RT @halterranch: Check out the recent article in Wine Enthusiast about Paso Robles white wines. Spoiler alert the Libelle gets a mention! @….
wineenthusiast.com
As a great surprise, brisk, racy, white wine bottlings offer a refreshing counterpoint to the California region’s reputation for big reds.
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Quite a nice Sunday treat. @draughtsmen + @cousinsmainelobster #lobstahroll delivered by @joannakettmann and Penny, enjoyed by us and @bphphoto
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Stopped by one of California’s oldest winery buildings in San Jose (1852, right about when my family settled a dozen or so miles to the east) on our way to claim a puppy, who we’ve named Arrow.
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My early entries to #sbindyburgerweek @liveoaksb banh mi burger and @thirdwindowbrewing smashed burger
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Getting the early chomp on the @secretbao secret. So munchie! Good peeps. Downtown star to be. @downtownsantabarbara
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RT @sculpterrawine: Matt Kettmann and Macduff Everton go behind the scenes of regional winemaking with new book, Vines & Vision https://t.c….
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