Erick Cadena

In 2009, Erick became certified through the Court of Master Sommeliers. He started his wine studies through the WSET(Wine & Spirits Education Trust) but was steered to the Court by his friend and Master Sommelier Anthony Anselmi. With 20 years of hospitality, and through his extensive wine travels abroad, Erick brings a savvy passion and a true understanding to the wine game.

After running the seminal Paso Robles restaurant/winery Villa Creek for ten years, Erick Cadena moved to San Francisco to join the Boulevard Sommelier team. An integral part of the BLVD program for a decade, Erick is now the Hospitality & Wine Director at Villa Taverna, one of San Francisco’s premier private clubs.