About Us
Bin415 was founded on the belief that wine tasting is at its best when served and supported by individuals with passion and experience in the industry.
At Bin415, we provide our guests with the ultimate access; access to the most coveted winery bookings, acclaimed vintages and bottles, and specialized industry knowledge that they cannot find anywhere else.
Our boutique and intimate approach to wine tasting is what allows us to forge winery partnerships with purpose and meaning, resulting in the most distinct and memorable wine tasting experience possible.
Discover more about our tasting room and tour experiences below.
Michael Lagau
Founder, Certified Sommelier, Hospitality Expert
Michael Lagau is a Bay Area native who has worked in luxury hotels and restaurants for the last two decades.
Michael fell in love with wine for the first time in 2001 while managing a small wine bar in La Jolla, Calif. He went on to become a Level 2 Certified Sommelier in 2010, and founded Bin415 in 2013. Prior to starting Bin415, Michael worked in various Michelin-starred restaurants and luxury hotels such as The Four Seasons and The Fairmont. During his tenure in restaurants, he had the privilege of working with chefs such as Hubert Keller (Fleur de Lys) and Daniel Patterson (Coi).
Kelly Evans
Advanced Sommelier, Hospitality Expert
Kelly Evans is a seasoned hospitality and wine expert, originally from Houston, Texas. He is currently an advanced sommelier, and in the process of pursuing his master accreditation.
Kelly has worked in the wine industry for years, most recently serving as the head sommelier at Saison, a three star Michelin restaurant in San Francisco. Prior to Saison, Kelly worked as a sommelier and general manager at RN74, Lazy Bear, and many other restaurants around the Bay Area.