Lisa Tobin Healey - Owner
Lisa graduated from Brighton High School, lettered in gymnastics and graduated from Dennison University in Ohio where she played varsity rugby. She studied in London, graduating with a B.A. in literature, spending summers in France. She received a Masters degree in French literature from the University of Rochester. For many years she taught English as a second language to immigrants to the United States.
Needless to say, she has an affinity for foreign language and French wine. In 1987 she opened Lisa’s Liquor Barn with the goal of not being the biggest, but the best (and the greatest customer service). Lisa lives in Pittsford with her two daughters, Olivia and Tabitha.
Lisa's Picks:
A. Lisa Malbec
Bichot Macon Villages
DeLoach Russian River Chardonnay
Cantele Chardonnay Celento
Patrick Tobin - Director
Pat has been enjoying wine for over 50 years. His passion drove the opening of Lisa's Liquor Barn. He has visited all the major wine producing regions from Napa California to Hammondsport New York, Burgundy in France to Tuscany in Italy. His goal: further his knowledge of the wine industry from the source. After 20 years in the business his sales formula is simple: Listen to the customer and their price range then recommend the best wine for their meal or event.
Pat's Picks:
Los Cardos, Malbec Rose (Argentina)
Mara White Grass Sauvignon Blanc (California)
Humberto Canale Pinot Noir (Argentina)
Picada 15 White Blend (Argentina)
LeeAnn Riesenberger - Store Manager
LeeAnn brings a wealth of energy, knowledge and fun to Lisa's. Coupled with her close local ties and commitment to customer satisfaction, LeeAnn has guided Lisa's to its position of Rochester's fastest growing wine and spirits store. LeeAnn has traveled extensively in her role as store manager and brings her love of Italian wine to coincide with her tremendous retail and management experience.
Lee Ann's Picks:
Domaine Fouassier Sancerre, Les Grand Groux (France)
Dubois Grande Reserve Pinot Noir (France)
La Posta Cocina Blend (Argentina)
La Posta Malbec (Argentina)
Terza Barbera (Italy)
Real McCoy Pinot Noir (California)
Real MCoy Cabernet Sauvignon (California)
Jonathan D'Ettore - Assistant Store Manager
Jon has been at Lisa's since October 2001 and brings a vast amount of knowledge. He is always looking to move forward by bringing in the freshest wines that people have yet to discover, while maintaining the vast selection our customers have come to enjoy. Jon has had the pleasure of traveling to Argentina, Chile, Italy, and California on quests to find Lisa's delicious wines for reasonable prices.
Jon's Picks:
Echeverria Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon ( Chile)
Castel Del Monte Ceci Rosso (Italy)
Las Colinas Blanco Garnacha (Spain)
Dave Braal - Wine Specialist
After many years of conducting wine tastings throughout the local area for Eber Brothers, Dave was invited to join the staff at Lisa's because of his experience and expertise. Dave's preference for Sauvignon Blanc has become common knowledge but he has been known to turn his attention to Argentinian Malbecs and California Zinfandels from time to time. Join Dave for a free sample of wine every Friday from 4 - 7pm and every Saturday from 1 - 4pm at our in store tastings.
Dave's Picks:
The Crusher Cabernet Sauvignon (California)
Napa Cellars Napa Velley Merlot (California)
Napa Cellars Napa Valley Zinfandel (California)
Concannon Chardonnay Conservancy (California)
Ernesto Pescosolido - Italian Wine Specialist
Ernesto was born and raised in the Lazio region of Italy and came to America in 1985. Growing up making wine with his grandfather, father, and brother, the passion for wine is embedded in his blood. Ernesto devotes his time to reading and learning about the more than 3,000 Italian grape varietals to help us select the best quality wines available.
Ernesto's Picks:
Picco Del Sole Aglianico (Italy)
Dievole Dievolino Sangiovese (Italy)
Penny Decker - Internal Marketing/Wine Enthusiast
A valued customer joins our Lisa's Liquor Barn family. Penny brings 30 years of marketing and PR skills to Lisa's along with a great enthusiasm for customer service, internal promotions and...wine.
Penny's Picks:
San Elias Cabernet Sauvignon (Chile)
The Pinot Project Pinot Noir (California)
Morse Code Shiraz (Australia)
