Acclaimed, award-winning, accessible – sommelier and storyteller Georges Serna is passionate about sharing his knowledge of wine and food with others. For him, each bottle is the culmination of a discernable journey.

"Every great bottle of wine has an amazing story, a journey that begins even before the first vines are planted. It involves so many different variables that the possibilities are endless. I love the stories – and every winery, every vineyard, every bottle and indeed, every grape, has one."

Following years of experience abroad – in prestigious restaurants and for some of the finest families, including the Crown Prince of Monaco – Serna relocated to the U.S. and placed in the top four finishers at 1996's "Best Sommelier in America" competition. After working as the Director of Food and Beverage at the Hillcrest Country Club and as General Manager of the famously elegant Regency Club, Serna now brings his lifetime dedication and friendly expertise to the Beverly Hilton's Le Chateau.

Serna combines his unsurpassed mastery with a true zeal for sharing what he has learned. His warm personality and welcoming approach are key to the Le Chateau philosophy – that everyone can appreciate the smells, tastes and fascinating stories inherent in a great wine – given the opportunity, a desire to learn and the right teacher.

And Serna and Le Chateau are there for anyone interested in uncovering the yet-to-be-told stories that all begin with the pop of the cork.