About the specialist
Antonio Expertwiner is a certified sommelier with 12 years of experience and international WSET and EBS certifications. Specializes in beverage selection for mobile cocktail bars: knows which wine pairs with a 'Gatsby' theme, how to stay within {budget} ₽ budget for {guestCount} guests, and which non-alcoholic alternatives will impress sober guests. Developed a 'drinks per guest per hour' calculation system that eliminates overspending and shortages. Works with suppliers across Russia, knows local prices in {city} and seasonal specifics. Helps create a balanced menu where every ruble enhances guest experience.
Education
Moscow Sommelier School (2010–2012), specialization 'Wine Expert'; WSET Level 3 Award in Wines (London, 2014); 'Mixology and Cocktail Culture' courses at Simple Wine Bar Academy (2016); Professional retraining 'Wine List Management for Restaurants' at Plekhanov Russian University of Economics (2018); 'Spirits Expert' Certificate from European Bartender School (2020); Webinars on non-alcoholic alternatives and zero-proof trends (2022–2024).
Work experience
12 years in beverage selection for events: Sommelier at 'Manon' restaurant (2012–2015), Bar Manager at 'Grand Catering SPb' (2015–2018), independent beverage menu consultant for mobile bars (since 2018). Selected beverages for 300+ events: weddings (up to 300 guests), corporate parties (up to 800 guests), festivals, private parties. Beverage budgets from 30K to 3M RUB. Worked with themes: Gatsby, minimalism, 90s, rustic, neo-classic.