Nicole MacKay
writer, editor, foodie,
and traveller
Writing Portfolio
Recent Highlights
Decanter
Navigating the Flames: BC Wineries’ Response to the Growing Wildfire Threat
SOMM TV
Milk to Mozzarella: How To Make The Famous Formaggio
TASTE
Uncorking the Secrets to Great-Value Wine
TASTE
Back to Wine Basics
SOMM TV
31 Wineries That Embrace Exclusive Appellations
SOMM TV
Next-Gen Winemakers in Bourgogne Take on Climate Change
SOMM TV
The Side Project That’s Bolstering Livermore Valley’s Wine Identity
Decanter
Canadian Rosé: Patriotically Pink For Canada Day
(Behind Paywall)
Podcast Appearances
Guest Co-Host
SOMM TV
Jason Priestley Makes Wine
SOMM TV
The Rothschild’s South American Wineries
SOMM TV
The Whole Animal
Social Sips Blog
Recent Reviews
Meet Nicole
Nicole is the managing editor of the SOMM TV Magazine, freelance wine writer, and consultant. Based in Calgary, Alberta, she’s a Spanish Wine Scholar through the Wine Scholar Guild and holds her level 3 from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust.
As a freelance writer, personal wine buyer, and cellar manager, Nicole strives to ensure people with any level of wine knowledge feel comfortable and included.
She uses her voice to inform and educate in an entertaining and approachable way for all wine lovers.
Consulting Services
Need a wine pro in your life? Whether you need help stocking your wine fridge, building a collection, picking the perfect bottles to serve at a wedding or a dinner party, or simply need help buying the perfect wine gift – Nicole has you covered.
Whatever you’re looking for and catered to your tastes, having a wine pro in your life ensure the best bottles are on your table – and they’re only an email away.
Featured Work
