Christine Schaefer grew up in Alma, Michigan. Her interest in wine began while working in the service industry.

Her favorite wine region is Tuscany.

Prior to Novovino, Christine was a professional dancer in modern jazz and ballet for 7 years. She enjoys traveling, running, sailing, and surfing. She has recently completed the Court of Masters Intro Course to Sommelier training and hopes to complete the Certified portion this year.

Christine joined Novovino in October 2009.