Brittany Tangora
Nautilus Pier 4
Sommelier
Italy-enthusiast and Albany-native, Brittany Tangora, took on the role of Wine Director at the Nautilus Pier 4 after eight years mastering her field. Brittany hit the ground running, compiling a long list of accolades and certifications early in her career, starting with becoming a Certified Sommelier through the Court of Masters Sommeliers at the International Culinary Center Extensive Sommelier Certification program, then moving on to become an Ambassador through VinItaly Wine Academy. Since then, Brittany’s endeavors have led her to many exciting roles, managing at the Twisted Vine in New York, becoming a Wine Steward at Post, NY, acting as a wine sales rep in Manhattan and even a small-business owner of “Wine With Britt.” When asked about what excited her about becoming a sommelier, Brittany says, “I'm passionate about making wine more accessible and less intimidating. I'm a firm believer that all of the best wines have a story behind them, and I'm passionate about sharing those stories with those consuming the wines to make for the best overall experience possible!” When she’s not at work, Brittany values taking time to relax, trying new restaurants and spending time with her family, friends, and two cats, Peanut and Butter.