Matt Kettmann

Senior editor at Santa Barbara Independent, contributing editor for Wine Enthusiast, and written for New York Times, TIME, Wine Spectator, Smithsonian, etc.

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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. https://t.co/cTwT3E640Q @SBCWines @SanfordWinery

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@CNPAservices @SBIndyNews @LongBeachPost Yay!

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@angrypoodle Hi do you use this account?

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Watch our #pinotnoir lovers. The #CarmelCoast is coming. @AlbatrossRidge @carmelvranch @folktalewinery @TalbottVineyard @MontereyWines @WineEnthusiast https://t.co/lNnMm3esZT

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Just posted a photo https://t.co/4Pw2lTxskT

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@tmeyeratplay Hi Thomas. Obits are a sales dept thing not editorial but I believe it’s been fixed.

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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. https://t.co/ykL4HxIqXX

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Harvest Swoon: "...a sangria-style #kettlesour...was feted during an end-of-harvest pig roast at #peasantsFEAST in #Solvang..."

Topa Topa and Carhartt Collab Produces Harvest Swoon https://t.co/HXYRjfmStK @SBIndyNews @mattkettmann @carharttvinyard #wines #beer #winebeerhybrid

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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. https://t.co/I21CkbLvMi

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Thanks for having me @jasonchaas

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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 https://t.co/3317Ge7NKW

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This week we are excited to host @mattkettmann, senior editor @SBIndyNews, contributing editor @WineEnthusiast, and author of Vines & Vision: The Winemakers of Santa Barbara County on Conversation with Jason.

Tune in tomorrow at noon on our IG page: https://t.co/6baOdoFfsl

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@jasonchaas @EberleBoar @RhoneRangers That was a blast. Can’t wait for the 79 Syrah and mid 90s counoise.

[Jason Haas @jasonchaas]

I'm honored to be helping give Gary Eberle of @EberleBoar the @RhoneRangers Lifetime Achievement Award this evening at 5pm PDT, in a live virtual event hosted by @mattkettmann. You can join us as we recognize this living legend. Register at https://t.co/KhSGDT9LTj

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@vinography Only if you take it !

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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 https://t.co/20IA4pXYJk

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Sculpterra 2017 Mega Focus Rated 92 and Editors' Choice By Wine Enthusiast - Thanks @mattkettmann! https://t.co/XcY0fXPX0q #wines #californiawine #hollywood #santamonica #socal

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Check out the recent article in Wine Enthusiast about Paso Robles white wines. Spoiler alert the Libelle gets a mention! @WineEnthusiast @mattkettmann
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Quite a nice Sunday treat. @draughtsmen + @cousinsmainelobster #lobstahroll delivered by @joannakettmann and Penny, enjoyed by us and @bphphoto https://t.co/nggGHJBOAo

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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. https://t.co/pULSOmjzBK

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My early entries to #sbindyburgerweek @liveoaksb banh mi burger and @thirdwindowbrewing smashed burger https://t.co/q4GIZJY7GL