Jana Kreilein, also known as @the.wine.girl, is recognized by collectors and wine enthusiasts worldwide for her exceptional social media presence and wine communication skills. After quitting her job as a waitress in downtown Toronto in 2015, she moved to Europe and took a job working harvest in Germany to get a foot in the door in the wine industry. 

She gained invaluable experience from the soil up working for one of Germany’s leading wineries in the vineyards, cellar, and export department, Weingut am Stein. Jana followed her passion and obtained the WSET diploma. 

Today, she is a self-employed, fully certified oenophile with a focus on content creation and story-telling for industry brands. Her skills have opened doors into many diverse areas of the wine, television, and tourism industries. In 2022 she co-founded club d’vin for wine lovers and professionals.