Professional Wine Services for Weddings & Events
Nashville and surrounding areas
Travel area: Within 25 miles See details
Kelly Coughlin
OWNER & SOMMELIER
Based in Nashville, TN, Amphora Wine Tastings offers unique beverage services for weddings and events because celebrations deserve more than just good wine - they deserve the perfect wine. A delicious drink thoughtfully curated to complement your vision, your menu, and the memories you're creating.
As a professional Sommelier with almost 15 years of experience at the top restaurants in the country, I specialize in elevating every experience and milestone to something that will be remembered for years to come. From intimate engagement dinners to lively bachelor and bachelorette parties, elegant rehearsal dinners to your wedding reception, I craft personalized wine experiences that delight your guests and reflect your unique love story.
What I Offer:
- Wine consultation and pairing for your wedding reception, tailored to your menu and budget
- Curated wine tastings for bachelorette and bachelor parties that are fun, educational, and memorable. This is a great way to start off your night before hitting Broadway!
- Expert selection and pairing for rehearsal dinners and engagement celebrations
- Personalized recommendations that match your style or highlight a special shared memory between you and your significant other - whether you're dreaming of elegant French vintage Champagne, bold California reds, or exploring natural and biodynamic wines. Let me find those special bottles for you
- On-site Sommelier service to ensure flawless execution and answer any guest questions - a unique touch that truly elevates every experience
- Budget-conscious guidance to maximize quality - trust me, there's great wine in EVERY budget!
Why Work with a Wedding Sommelier?
Wine can be one of the most overwhelming aspects of wedding planning. With countless options and varying price points, couples often feel lost and just choose whatever package is easiest. That's where I come in. I take the guesswork out of wine selection, ensuring every bottle enhances your celebration rather than just filling glasses. This is a true white-glove concierge service tailored to you. Whether you're a wine enthusiast looking to showcase exceptional pairings or simply want your guests to enjoy something more elevated than the typical "wedding wine", I'll work closely with you to understand your preferences, dietary considerations, and budget to create a wine program that's authentically yours.
Let's Make Your Celebration Extraordinary!
Your wedding journey is filled with once-in-a-lifetime moments. Let's make sure the wine is worthy of them. Contact me today to schedule a complimentary consultation and start planning your perfect wine experience!
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Non-Alcoholic Drinks
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Meet the team
Kelly Coughlin
Owner & Sommelier
My story with wine began before I was old enough to drink. I participated in an exchange program in high school and lived with a family in Lyon, France. I have deep memories of the vineyards, the unmarked bottles from friends adorning dinner tables, and the way that wine and the vine wound its way into every aspect of French life.
Fast forward, and my first internship in college was assisting the Wine Director at 2 Michelin-starred, RIA, in Chicago. It was eye opening and intoxicating (pun intended) to say the least. Since then I have pursued wine certifications through the Court of Master Sommeliers, as well as being integrated in the service and wine programs at several Michelin-starred restaurants throughout Chicago and San Francisco.
I sought a slower pace and more nature in moving to Nashville, and landed here as the General Manager and Wine Director at Rolf and Daughters. From there I managed my favorite little wine shop, Woodland Wine Merchant, and opened Frankies as the Beverage Director.
While restaurants will always have my heart, after becoming a mother, it was important to me to invest my time more intentionally. To be present for my daughter and to be able to create truly exceptional wine experiences for others became essential for me. So I invite you to reach out, to book, or just to follow along on this magical wine journey I’m forever seeking!
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5.0
2/10/2026
I recently partnered with Kelly for a dinner I hosted, and she did an AMAZING job! Her attention to detail and depth of knowledge are incredible.
What stood out most to me was t...
hat Kelly met our group where we were in terms of our own understanding of wine. She makes it very accessible, is non-judgemental, and is really intentional about how she paces her tasting experience. Kelly partnered closely with me ahead of the event to ensure she had all the details she needed to make the experience special for my guests. She shared lots of really insightful information, and many of my dinner guests later shared that they were so impressed!
I would absolutely recommend Kelly for your wine tasting experience!
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