Wine Writers’ Symposium

Jermaine Stone is a visionary entrepreneur, wine expert, and hip-hop artist who has redefined the intersection of wine and music. Known as “The Wolf of Wine,” he founded Wine and Hip Hop, a creative agency blending these two worlds through marketing and content. From humble beginnings at Zachys Wine Auctions, he became the first Black commercial wine auctioneer and later served as Auction Director at Wally’s. He has been featured in The New York Times, Wine Enthusiast’s 40 Under 40 Tastemakers, and starred in the Emmy-nominated Street Somm. His groundbreaking book, Wine Barz Vol. 1: For The Love, blends wine education with hip-hop culture, continuing his mission to make wine more accessible and inclusive.