Gabriella Macari ‘09, MW

Gabriella Macari MW is a New York-based independent wine consultant and educator. She earned the esteemed Master of Wine title in 2026, becoming one of fewer than 60 in the U.S. and just over 400 globally to achieve the distinction. Gabriella currently consults for wineries and wine regions, conducts wine education programs, and designs tailored wine experiences for corporate groups and enthusiasts. 

Gabriella grew up at her family’s vineyard on the North Fork of Long Island. After earning her degree from Fordham University, she worked in wine communications and education for global brands and regional wine initiatives, including Wines From Spain and Moët Hennessy Wine Estates, before returning to Macari Vineyards. There, she led vineyard and winery operations across strategy, production, distribution, direct-to-consumer sales, marketing, and events, helping transform the brand into a premier producer in the Eastern United States.

Macari is a co-founder of Cab Franc Forward NY, a collective championing the quality and expression of the Cabernet Franc grape in New York State, work that earned her SevenFifty Daily’s 2026 “Wine Innovator of the Year” award.

The granddaughter of Spanish, Argentinian, and Italian immigrants, she inherited a deep appreciation for wine from her family, who regarded it as essential to life’s celebrations and everyday moments. Her approach is grounded in a commitment to regional identity and to wines produced with intention and in an environmentally responsible manner.

Gabriella has supported the Fordham Women’s Summit as a speaker and sponsor since its inception. Her enthusiasm, generosity, and continued support have been integral to the Summit’s story and success, and we are incredibly grateful to celebrate this 10-year milestone with someone who has been part of the journey from day one.