Ryan McGuinness, originally from Westport, CT, is a graduate of Roger Williams University with a degree in Chemistry. After college, Ryan spent time in Napa, California, where he discovered his passion for the wine trade. Working with the team at Cain Vineyards and other wineries in the Spring Mountain AVA gave him a deep appreciation for the area.

Afterwards, Ryan moved to New York City and attended the sommelier program at the International Culinary Center. He is a graduate and participating member of the Court of Master Sommeliers, where he received his sommelier certification. Ryan is also a recipient of the Walter Clore Award and Scholarship, distinguishing him as a Certified Sommelier.

Ryan comes to The Shipwright’s Daughter by way of legendary New York City restaurants like Betony, where he worked as a sommelier, captain, and eventually service manager. Later on, he worked at L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon as Head Sommelier and Captain. Most recently, Ryan was the Wine Director and Service Manager for The Mercantile Group based in Dublin, Ireland.