Your Personal Sommelier

Nice to meet you! I’m Emily - a certified sommelier with over a decade in the wine industry. I built my career in some of LA’s most beloved restaurants, curating wine lists, leading tastings, and helping people figure out what they actually like.

Now, through Emily the Somm, I bring that experience into your home - offering a bi-monthly wine club, private tastings, and personalized support for everything from stocking your cellar to planning a celebration.

Wine isn’t just about what’s in the glass - it’s about people, place, and paying attention. And when you do, the whole experience gets a lot more meaningful, and a lot more fun.

Let’s open a bottle and see where it goes.

Private Offerings

  • The Tasting (Classic)

    Three crowd-pleasing wines that overdeliver—nothing fussy, just really good juice. We’ll talk flavor, smell, style, and maybe a little story about where each bottle comes from. It’s laid-back, low-stakes, and surprisingly fun.

    Perfect for dinner parties, birthdays, or a “why not?” kind of night.

  • The Tasting (Reserve)

    For when you want to turn the volume up a little. These bottles are smaller production, sommelier-approved stunners that make people pause after the first sip. We’ll go deeper into what makes wine tick—without killing the mood.

    Think: volcanic whites, alpine reds, or something weird and wild that just works.

  • Somm for Hire

    For the dinner party where you want to be the host and the hero.

    I’ll show up, pour the wine, talk it through, keep glasses full, and make sure the energy stays dialed in all night. You cook, cater, or order in—I’ve got the wine side handled. Think of me as your wine wingwoman.

  • Wine 101

    For business, for pleasure, or just to be the one confidently holding the wine list.

    Whether you're trying to keep up with your boss, prep for a certification, or finally figure out what you actually like—Emily the Somm offers private wine lessons tailored to you. One-on-one or small group, beginner to advanced.

    Smart, sensory, and built around real-world moments. No overwhelm, no fluff—just the kind of knowledge that makes wine click.

  • Custom Curation

    Need bottles for an engagement party? A birthday dinner? A baby shower with a twist? I’ll curate a lineup that fits the vibe and the guest list—whether it’s natural wines for a backyard hang or a full flight of reds from the region your grandfather was born in.

    Every selection is built around your theme, budget, and taste—no stress, no guesswork, just great wine that feels personal. Available by the case or in larger quantities, delivered with notes and pairing tips so you look like a pro.

  • Wine Consultation

    Expert guidance for collectors, sellers, and anyone building something special.

    Whether you’re sitting on a cellar and don’t know where to start, looking to invest in bottles that will hold value, or just need a second opinion before making a big buy—I offer private wine consulting to help you make smart, strategic moves.

    From vintage insights to market trends, from liquidation to legacy, it’s tailored advice with a sommelier’s eye and a collector’s instinct. Hourly or project-based.

Join the Club

Join the Club

3 bottles / every other month

The Emily the Somm Wine Club is your regular dose of really good wine - thoughtfully chosen, organically farmed, and always part of a bigger story.

Each drop includes three wines that belong together, whether by place, mood, or moment. It's a rotating collection meant to surprise, delight, and remind you why you fell for wine in the first place.