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GARY FISCH, PRESIDENT/CEO

When Gary was working toward his B.S. from Rider College in Political Science, he didn’t yet know where life was going to take him. Gary fell in love with wine in his senior year of college while working with his father, a liquor salesman, and decided to become an expert. He educated himself at the Sommelier Institute in New Jersey and at several of Windows on the World’s wine courses. The secret to his success is a passionate love and broad knowledge of his product — and the skill to communicate that delight. That enthusiasm and intelligence served him well when he teamed up with his brother Mark in 1987 and opened his first store in Madison, New Jersey. Three moves later, Gary’s now has stores in Bernardsville, N.J., on Route 23 North in Wayne, N.J and Closter, N.J. Gary’s expertise has earned him national media attention as “The Wine Guy” on the TV Food Network show Bobby Flay Hot off the Grill. He has made guest appearances on CNN, New Jersey 12 and Bloomberg radio and television. In January 2009, he was profiled in New Jersey Monthly’s “Power Issue” as one of the 101 Most Influential People in the Garden State. Not bad for a guy who simply loves to share his enthusiasm for wine!

ADAM SAMI, GENERAL MANAGER

For the last 6+ years I have been growing my passion for the wine and spirits industry. While visiting Napa, I connected with seasoned winemaker that taught me that wine is to be enjoyed and each time you open a bottle it is a new experience. Since that day I have had the pleasure of connecting customers to the wines that create a unique journey each and every time they pop the cork. While studying to become a certified beer server I grew a strong appreciation of the local beer scene we have here in NJ. I enjoy taking my days off to visit the local breweries to see how they are pushing the styles of the classic beers.

RAY PRATO, ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER

While I was attending Teterboro School of Aeronautics, I also worked within a wine and spirits department of a major grocery store. I worked there for 13 years, and went on to work for a couple of major New Jersey wine & spirits retail stores. This experience laid down the education and skills toward a 34-year career within the wine & spirits industry. Working at Gary’s provides me with the opportunity expand my career, work within a great environment, share my knowledge and learn from my fellow co-workers, and also work within a field that I enjoy participating in tasting wine & amazing food.

FRANK MASTERS, WINE ASSOCIATE

Sunday red gravy and a sip of watered-down red wine. Maybe that’s where it started, my lifelong enthusiasm for wine, and that enthusiasm continues to grow. In 2000 my family and I moved to NJ and my office was in Parsippany. I asked a colleague for a recommendation of a good wine store and first on his list was Gary’s. I have been a customer since. After many years in the tech industry I was looking for an opportunity to explore my passion for wine. Where else would I look to work but Gary’s? I joined the company in 2020 and never looked back. Please come visit, we will treat you like a guest and help you find that perfect wine.

CESARE MARTINI, BUYER & ITALIAN WINES CATEGORY MANAGER

Bi-lingual professional with over twenty years of experience in sales, category management, marketing, and communications. I specialize with international clients in the wine and spirits industry throughout Europe and the US. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Law from the University of Cattolica in Milan, Italy in 1996. I achieved the Sommelier certificate from AIS (Italian Association of Sommelier) in 1998. I spent over 10 years with the Bacardi-Martini Group, where my roles included sales (NKA) and marketing (Marketing and PR Manager). I joined Gary’s Wine Marketplace 4 years ago as a Category Manager and Buyer for the Italian wines and spirits. I continue cultivating my strong passion for wine and spirits, especially from Italy. I love to cook and pairing “my wines” with the delicious Italian cuisine. My ultimate goal is to always bring an unforgettable wine experience to our clientele.

GILLIAN SCIARETTA, SPANISH, PORTUGUESE & ISRAEL CATEGORY MANAGER

Having worked at Wine Spectator magazine for 10 years as an editor and critic covering the wines of Spain, Portugal and Israel, I specialize at Gary’s in helping people discover wines from these parts of the world and beyond. I was born and raised in Bernardsville, NJ and graduated from Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration in 2007. To further my wine education, I completed in 2014 the level 3 advanced from the WSET (Wine & Spirits Education Trust). I enjoy traveling, cooking, playing drums and hiking, and live in New Vernon with my husband, Frank, and our three cats, Pinot, Brie and Croque Monsieur. If you see me at any of the stores, I’d love to chat with you about wine and help you find your next favorite bottle.

JESSICA HOPPE, ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER & REGIONAL GOURMET CATEGORY LEAD

Jessica spent two decades working for a company that was on the forefront of delivering unparalled customer service. There, she opened & developed markets throughout NJ, NY, & PA. She is a skilled & accomplished leader with a proven track record in strategic planning, operations, merchandising, buying, & sales in a highly competitive industry. At Gary's, Jessica is regionally leading our NJ stores Gourmet Department & Assistant Store Management at the Bernardsville Location. Outside, her passion for the Gourmet food & Wine industry; Jessica is an avid equestrian who resides in Far Hills with her horses.