who we are
who we are

Candid Wines is a the result of a partnership
between
Scott Kerrigan and Damien Casten,
two wine lovers who spent significant time in
the corporate world before listening to the
voices in our heads.

Surprisingly, the voices were saying the same
thing to both of us:  start a business doing
what you love, do it honestly, and when
necessary, travel the world in search of great
wine.  

We have both dedicated sections of our
basements to wine, only to be horrified at how
quickly more space is needed.  Our personal  
collections tend to lean towards traditionally
styled wines that work well with food.  We
both cook and savor the moments when we
find a perfect pairing.  Scott's knowledge of
California has opened a new world up to
Damien, while Damien's time in France has led
Scott to expand his collection of small
producers from the Loire.


In 2007, Scott and Damien were joined by
Connor O'Rourke who has rapidly become an
integral part of the team.  Connor has come to
wine in much the same way as his partners:
he just couldn't find a happier way to earn a
living.
Damien
Scott