About Us

Inspire

WineCountry is more than just wine. It’s about new experiences, community, and slowing down to savor life. Join us at our table for good food, conversation, and sure, have a glass of wine.

Experience

Discover the experiences that make each WineCountry region special and why you’ll want to visit over and over again.

Revel

There’s glam, glitz, and even a celebrity sighting every now and again. We’ve seen the likes of David Beckham and Kim Kardashian in Napa Valley. Luxury awaits; revel in it.

Adventure

Zipline through the redwoods, soar high above the vineyards in a hot air balloon ride, or hike, bike, and kayak through WineCountry. Adventure is here! Where are you?

Relax

View the vineyards from your hotel room, go to the spa and take a dip in mineral spring waters, or simply just breathe in the terroir of vines and wines.

Taste

Take some of the hottest and most Michelin starred restaurants + really good food and you’ve got the makings of Foodie Nirvana.

COMPANY PROFILE

Founded in 1995 and revitalized under Michael Cann’s leadership following his acquisition of the WineCountry Media portfolio in 2014, WineCountry.com has evolved from a simple directory into a richly immersive travel platform. Michael’s visionary leadership emphasizes storytelling and editorial depth, creating curated experiences that forge a genuine connection between travelers and the distinctive wine regions they cherish. With his direction, the team isn’t just publishing content—they’re building a trusted bridge between travelers and the regions they love.

The WineCountry Media portfolio—including WineCountry.com, NapaValley.com, Sonoma.com, and CovetPass.com—delivers an all-encompassing view of premier wine regions and their unique offerings. Each site focuses on a different aspect of the experience, from in-depth regional guides and itineraries to curated wine, lodging, and tour recommendations. Together, they reach millions of visitors each year, providing trusted, on-the-ground insights and connecting travelers directly with the destinations, wineries, and experiences they came to discover.

The Voice of WineCountry

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Insider Guides & Resources

WineCountry.com is more than just wine. It’s about new experiences, community, and slowing down to savor life. We scour the region to present the best ideas and resources. Whether our users want to plan and daydream, live their adventure (or lounge by the pool), feel connected, or remember their visit, we have it covered.

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WineCountry Media

The WineCountry Media portfolio brings together leading online destinations for Wine Country travel and lifestyle.

Our Team

Michael Cann

Chief Executive Officer

Reading

Michael Cann

Chief Executive Officer

Reading

is one of my favorite things allowing me to explore the world, meet new people and continually build knowledge.
Julia Ogrydziak

Chief Creative Officer

Sparkling

Julia Ogrydziak

Chief Creative Officer

Sparkling

I will ALWAYS bring the champagne.
Kimberly Bayemi

Chief Operating Officer

Dessert Snob

Kimberly Bayemi

Chief Operating Officer

Dessert Snob

Dessert Snob? Me? No, I am just a connoisseur of "GOOD" desserts. So happy to be living in the land of tarts, macarons, and eclairs, now
Jenny Juri

Vice President, Finance & Human Resources

Bubbly

Jenny Juri

Vice President, Finance & Human Resources

Bubbly

Sometimes it's the adjective used to describe my personality, but more often it's the drink in my hand while I hang out with my girlfriends.
Hana-Lee Sedgwick

Director of Content

Relationships

Hana-Lee Sedgwick

Director of Content

Relationships

Near or far, I will always make it a priority to keep in touch with friends and family.
Samantha Houle

Client Success Manager

Planning my next trip

Samantha Houle

Client Success Manager

Planning my next trip

Something special about meeting new people and seeing new things