I am Jim Peterson. I’m a retired U.S. Air Force officer who mainly flew the mighty A-10 “Warthog” fighter jet. My ties to the wine business go back over 25 years, and I’m an avid wine collector. My extensive wine knowledge includes travel to many wine regions, tasting many of the world’s top wines, and ongoing personal wine exploration. I continue to cultivate a following on my Instagram account, @tx_wine_pilot. Since 2021 I have been the wine writer for Texan Magazine, a lifestyle magazine based in Texas.

I am now offering in-home wine tastings, customized to fit your needs, where you and your family, friends, or coworkers can enjoy tasting delicious wines while learning a little more about wine in a relaxing, casual, and (most importantly) fun manner.

I can also help you cultivate a wine collection tailored to your tastes. Whether it’s daily drinkers, cellar defenders, or prized collectibles, I can offer strategic advice and help you make the right selections so you will never be disappointed along your personal wine journey.