Recognized Excellence: Honors of the Establishments I've Represented

Michelin Guide

Solbar at Auberge Resorts - Bouchon, Thomas Keller Restaurant Group-  Etoile the Restaurant at Domaine Chandon.
Demonstrated and maintained high standards for achieving One Michelin Star - Napa Valley Based Restaurants.

Wine Spectator

Etoile the Restaurant at Domaine Chandon, Yountville CA, 2013 & 2014.
Created to give special recognition to restaurants that clearly exceed the requirements of the Award of Excellence. These lists typically offer 350 or more selections, along with superior presentation, and display either vintage depth, with several vertical offerings of top wines, or excellent breadth across several wine regions.

Five Diamond Award

Etoile the Restaurant at Domaine Chandon, Yountville, CA, 2013 - 2014.
Each year AAA reviews nearly 30,000 restaurants, but just 0.2 percent make the AAA Five Diamond list. Renowned, world-class experience. Cutting edge menus, unique food preparation by highly acclaimed chefs. Maître d’ leads an unobtrusive expert service staff.

​Oceanaire Seafood Room, Washington D.C. 2008
A restaurant eligible to display DiRōNA certification is presenting the highest distinction to be achieved in the distinguished dining and hospitality communities.

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​Etoile the Restaurant at Domaine Chandon, Yountville, CA 2014
Napa Valley Vintners Association - Outstanding selection of Napa Valley Wines.

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