Amanda McCrossin is an internationally recognized certified sommelier, wine personality, educator, and media creator known for making wine approachable, engaging, and fun. With a career spanning over a decade, Amanda has established herself as a trusted voice in the wine world through her dynamic content, expert insights, and charismatic communication.

Amanda began her wine career in hospitality, most notably serving as both sommelier and wine director at PRESS Restaurant in Napa Valley, where she curated and oversaw one of the deepest and most comprehensive restaurant wine collections in the region. Her leadership and expertise there earned her widespread acclaim and helped solidify her reputation as a Napa Valley wine expert.

Today, Amanda is best known as the creator and host of SOMMVIVANT—her wine-focused brand across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and other platforms—where she produces engaging “wine edutainment” content that resonates with both beginners and seasoned oenophiles alike. She also hosts the Wine Access Unfiltered Podcast, contributes regularly to Wine Enthusiast, and is a sought-after speaker and media personality at major wine and culinary events around the world.