Raquel Royers is the founder of Watch Me Sip, a leading social wine account, blog and online community that has helped redefine how a new generation discovers, learns about, and enjoys wine. Through approachable education, engaging storytelling, and a healthy dose of humor, Watch Me Sip has built a global audience of curious wine lovers while showing that wine can be both credible and fun.
Based in Sonoma County, Raquel is a WSET Diploma holder, Certified Specialist of Wine & Spirits and former journalist turned wine marketer who brings together technical expertise with a fresh, consumer-first perspective. Over the past decade, she has collaborated with wineries, wine regions, and spirits brands around the world, helping the industry connect with modern audiences through authentic digital storytelling.
When she isn't sharing wine tips online, you'll likely find her exploring vineyards, uncovering hidden wine bars, or meeting the winemakers behind the bottles. From iconic regions to emerging destinations, Raquel inspires her audience to experience wine through travel, food, and the people and places that make every glass memorable.
Known for her fearless honesty, infectious enthusiasm, and genuine love of connecting with people, Raquel is passionate about breaking down the barriers that have long made wine feel intimidating or exclusive. Her mission is simple: to make wine more approachable, more inclusive, and a lot more fun - one sip, one story, and one adventure at a time.
Website: https://watchmesip.com
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