Cindy Rynning

Cindy Rynning is a wine blogger, freelance writer, and wine judge, known for founding Grape Experiences. Launched in 2011, this award-winning blog offers insights into national and international wine travel, alongside in-depth reviews, interviews with winemakers, and thoughtful food and wine pairings. A certified wine expert, Rynning earned her Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level three certification with Merit in 2012. Her writing takes an accessible and informative approach, designed to demystify wine and encourage exploration of its diverse world. Beyond her blog, Rynning co-created the "Crush On This" YouTube channel in 2020, expanding her reach in wine education. She contributes to the broader wine community, serving as a judge for the Beverage Tasting Institute and a member of the Circle of Wine Writers. Her work has earned consistent recognition, including the Drizly Blogger Award for Best Wine Blog in 2017 and multiple "Best Wine Blog – US" honors from Lux International Magazine between 2016 and 2018. She regularly appears in Feedspot's list of 100 Best Wine Blogs and was named one of the Top 101 Wine Writers of 2020 by Corking Wines. Rynning's articles appear in publications like Wine Enthusiast and Wine Traveler, and she has made television appearances, sharing her expertise.