About Us


Who we are:

MWWC was founded by former sommeliers who are passionate about creating memorable experiences through wine.

What we sell:

We stock our cellar with wines we know you'll want to drink; whether rare and collectible or suitable for every day drinking: our selections are sourced from impeccable private collections, reputable importers and distributors.

Why buy from us:

With decades of combined experience in wine procurement and fine dining beverage service, we have worked hard to establish ourselves as trusted resources for fine wines, and are happiest when finding guests and clients the perfect bottle.
Bio: Steve Wildy, Co-Founder
 
Background
After spending his early childhood in Northern Ireland, Steve Wildy began his career in the restaurant industry at an early age as a dishwasher at a friend's family restaurant. He immediately fell for the hustle and bustle of the culinary world, and after relocating to Philadelphia in the late 90s to enroll in Drexel University’s International Studies program, he continued to work up the ladder in the restaurant field. An internship with the European Parliament in Brussels introduced him to a fantastic food scene, the world's best beer, and to the early notion that a career in food and beverage might be better suited to him than a career as a politician.
 
Career
After a stint in specialty food service procuring fine cheeses and other gourmet food items for restaurants, Steve became the General Manager for Vetri, Marc Vetri’s eponymous flagship Italian restaurant, widely recognized as one of the cornerstone institutions of the United States’ Italian fine dining scene. As the Vetri Family grew in size, a love for wine led to Steve’s transition to Beverage Director, and again to a Director of Operations. In 2015-2016 he facilitated the integration of all platforms and standards throughout the company’s acquisition by Urban Outfitters, Inc, where he stayed on through 2020 and oversaw numerous new store openings across five states. He co-founded Mad Wild Wine to further focus on his love for connecting people to memorable wine experiences.

Accolades & Appearances
Steve was recognized as one of Food & Wine’s 2015 “Sommeliers of the Year” and nominated by the James Beard Foundation as a semi-finalist in the category of “Outstanding Wine, Beer, or Spirits Professional” in the same year. He previously oversaw the Vetri front of house team that received consecutive “Outstanding Service” finalist nominations in 2008, 2009, and 2010. In 2016 he was named a laureate of the highly competitive La Paulee Scholarship program celebrating education and ambassadorship of the fine wines of Burgundy. His writing has appeared in numerous culinary and beverage publications and he has guested on various podcasts about the beverage industry.