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Jana Kreilein

Jana Kreilein
DipWSET
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.
The “DipWSET,” or Diploma in Wines and Spirits, is a prestigious Level 4 qualification offered by the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET). This comprehensive program is designed for wine and spirits professionals, as well as serious enthusiasts, who are eager to deepen their knowledge and expertise.
Through rigorous coursework and examinations, students explore a wide range of topics, including viticulture, vinification, wine regions, spirits production, and global wine markets. Upon successful completion, graduates are equipped with an advanced understanding of the wine and spirits industry, allowing them to excel in their careers and become respected authorities in the field.
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