MVWF History

Our founders, John Clift and Marnely Murray both have an intense passion for food and wine and the festival is a showcase of that love. John has attended The Wine Academy of Rome and is on an endless journey to teach the world about unique wines. He is also co-owner of Vintage MV Wine & Spirits, a unique wine shop on Winter Street in Edgartown.

Marnely, a "wash-ashore" that has lived on island for the past six year, is your go-to MV guide! Our marketing director and social media coordinator - she's the one that gets the word out there about our festival, as well as a food blogger sharing her recipes on Cooking with Books.

Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard

A town located on the island of Martha's Vineyard in Dukes County, MA - a town with a little of everything: oystermen and artists, cooks and coffee drinkers, beach goers and wine lovers, and hopefully soon enough, you! 

Want to volunteer? 

Email us at mvwinefest@gmail.com with your set of skills and we'll put you to work and reward you with wine dinners and/or Grand Tasting tickets!