May Matta-Aliah

As President of In the Grape for 16 years, May Matta-Aliah has explored nearly every corner of the wine industry. Her mission is simple: strip away the complexities of wine and replace them with approachable insights that stay with her audience long after the bottle is empty. By debunking common myths and translating technical winemaking concepts into accessible takeaways, May makes wine relevant to how people actually live and drink. While her sessions are relaxed and conversational, May’s expertise is backed by the industry’s most rigorous standards, including the prestigious WSET Level 4 Diploma. When she isn’t hosting a tasting or speaking at industry conferences, she is likely at home with her cat, Smokey, tending to her indoor plants, or recharging at the beach with a paperback and a cold beer.