Tyler Balliet '03 (she/her) is a bestselling author and entrepreneur who has been reshaping the wine industry since 2006. Her debut book, Rebel School of Wine, says the quiet parts about the wine industry out loud and was nominated for a 2025 James Beard Foundation Book Award. The awards were held in Chicago on June 14, 2025 and while Tyler didn't win, she was only one of three books in the category and the only wine book nominated in any category.
Rebel School of Wine challenges outdated traditions, exposes industry blind spots, and gives readers the context they need to understand and enjoy wine with confidence. The guide covers every major region, grape, and style, along with how wine is made, how to buy it, drink it, and pair it with food. With over 450 custom illustrations, Tyler Balliet brings wine to life through history, politics, economics, and culture. Championed by industry professionals, it offers a fresh voice that answers real questions with wit, clarity, and depth. This book isn’t about memorizing facts. It’s about understanding how wine fits into your world.
In addition to their work as an author, Tyler founded Rosé Mansion and Wine Riot, two wildly successful wine experiences that drew over 500,000 guests and helped change the way a new generation experiences wine. As a journalist, she visits wine regions around the world and judges wine competitions. She has been featured in the New York Times, Boston Globe, and LA Times, and regularly appears on television including CNN, ABC News, and Good Morning America. A former Inc. Magazine 30 Under 30 and Wine Enthusiast 40 Under 40 honoree, Tyler continues to push the boundaries of wine culture, blending design, storytelling, and history to make wine more accessible, inclusive, and more fun, for everyone. Tyler resides in the Chinatown neighborhood of New York with her partner.
