David Haskell Discusses Vertical Wine Bistro Revamp

Renowned wine professional David Haskell (BIN 8945) was about to open a new wine bar on 3rd Street. He had the backers and the location, but after meeting with Vertical Wine Bistro owner Gale Anne Hurd, he decided L.A. could wait, opting to revamp the second-story wine bar & restaurant . Haskell has been in Old Town Pasadena for the past two months conducting service training and updating Vertical’s wine program. “I’m viewing this as me teaming up with Gale,” says Haskell. “It’s us having