NANCY SHAPARDANIS

Nancy began her wine career at a small Michigan winery and tasting bar. After developing an understanding for the chemistry and art of winemaking as a vintner, she began serving at the tasting bar. Nancy has worked in several wine and craft cocktail focused venues in Chicago as both a server and floor sommelier. She most recently focused on wine education, staff training, and service in Coda Di Volpe, one of Chicago’s local, chef-driven restaurants. She is a certified beer server through the Cicerone Certification Program, is WSET Level 3 Wine Certified, and is currently pursuing education through the Court of Master Sommeliers and the Society of Wine Educators.