At Casa Bovina, we take pride in carefully crafting every moment of your dining experience. The food you eat has been loving prepared in our chef-driven kitchen and the wine in your glass selected specifically to complement the cuisine.
That’s why we are excited to celebrate a major blessing for our wine program: our sommelier has achieved the coveted title of Advanced Sommelier, one of only two individuals in the state of Nebraska to hold this distinction working in restaurants.
This prestigious certification, awarded by the Court of Master Sommeliers, is among the most rigorous and respected in the world. It’s an achievement that requires years of study, exceptional wine knowledge, and refined service technique. Our sommelier has demonstrated expert blind tasting ability, mastery of global wine regions, and most importantly top-tier tableside service.
An Advanced Sommelier embodies more than a barrel of knowledge and facts about wine; they are characterized by their ability to transform that knowledge and their passion for it into consistently memorable guest experiences.
What Does ‘Advanced Sommelier’ Mean?
The Court of Master Sommeliers offers a four-level certification program:
- Introductory Sommelier:
- A foundational level covering wine basics, varietals, regions, and service standards.
- Certified Sommelier:
- Demonstrates proficiency in blind tasting, wine theory, and restaurant wine service.
- Advanced Sommelier: (our sommelier’s designation)
- Requires deep knowledge of global wine regions, expert tasting skills, and highly refined service. Fewer than 850 professionals hold this level, making it one of the most exclusive titles in the industry.
- Master Sommelier:
- The pinnacle of wine certification, has been achieved by fewer than 200 individuals in the Americas.
Why It Matters to You
- Expert Pairings:
- Wines are curated to complement every dish with precision.
- Personalized Service:
- Whether you want to explore rare wines or stick to something familiar, our sommelier can guide you with care and confidence.
- Rare & Exclusive Bottles:
- Our access to limited and sought-after wines expands thanks to our sommelier’s network and standing in the wine world.
- Cellar Management:
- You can rest assured that every bottle in our restaurant is aged in an environment best suited to allow the wine to show its best in your glass.
- Mentorship:
- Our Advanced Sommelier isn’t the only person on our staff you can talk to about wine. We have several aspiring Sommeliers working their way toward higher certifications and more importantly better service.
A Journey in Every Glass
This achievement reflects our commitment to excellence from our kitchen to our cellar, and the drive for excellence our chef, staff, and crew inspire and demand in one another. We invite you to dine with us, explore our expertly curated wine list, and discover the difference that true passion and expertise can make.
