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Wynn Las Vegas Somm Cristie Norman: The Question No One Had Ever Asked Her
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- The Wine Centric Show
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- Jan 21, 2026
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- 3992
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Summary
Cristie Norman brings bold energy, heart, and a wealth of experience to this powerful episode of The Wine Centric Show . As Lead Sommelier at Delilah at the Wynn Las Vegas, Cristie opens up about her evolution from aspiring opera singer to nationally recognized wine educator, and how her path through hospitality has shaped her passion for leadership, mentorship, and impact. Cristie shares the personal journey that led her to wine, including a life-shifting Zen retreat that changed how she sees achievement, and why she ultimately chose not to pursue her Advanced Sommelier certification. “No one’s ever asked me that before,” she admits, as she reflects on redefining success in a high-pressure industry. 📍 What You’ll Learn : Why First Growth Bordeaux is trending at Delilah at Wynn Las Vegas Cristie’s personal go-to styles of Chablis How tariffs affect the wine industry and her wine list The business side of wine: building programs, mentoring teams, and being unapologetically honest Her work with United Sommeliers Foundation, which has distributed nearly $2 million in aid The pairing she’ll never forget: Oysters + Fino Sherry at SommCon Cristie is more than a sommelier, she’s a leader, educator, and visionary helping shape the future of wine. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Kristi Norman and Delilah 02:47 Exploring Wine Choices and Trends 05:48 The Role of a Sommelier in Las Vegas 08:35 The Art of Wine Inventory Management 11:27 From Opera to Wine: Kristi's Journey 14:10 The Business of Wine and Personal Philosophy 16:49 The United Sommelier Foundation and Its Impact 19:51 Future Aspirations and Industry Challenges 22:43 Closing Thoughts and Memorable Pairings 🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into wine culture. 🎧 Listen now on YouTube + all podcast platforms 🔗 Full episode…