Our Story
We could create a reason to celebrate every day of the week if you let us!
We don't believe there's anything more fulfilling than spending time laughing with friends while enjoying delicious food and unlimited wine. Wine is a food group, right?!
Shantelle Dockett
The recurring theme in my life both professionally and personally has been my passion to empower and be in service to Black women and girls. I have more than a decade of experience in marketing and partnerships from working in television and non-profit industries. When I'm not in the marketing world, I am running my non-profit organization dedicated to mentoring from middle through college aged young ladies. I'm an occasional tutu wearer that was raised in Maryland, former Miss Bowie State University (BSUuuu), wife to Jarrod, momma to Alec, and I'm unwavering in my commitment to giving back to my community.
I've searched high and low and couldn't find a wine club that would give me the option to try different Black-owned wines. I'm so excited to go on this journey with you as we explore and support this amazing community.
Krystle Champagne-Norwood
My passion is telling rich stories that amplify marginalized voices, that resonate across cultures, and integrating new technologies to meet the moment. I am an accomplished television producer with over a decade of experience working in digital media, cable and broadcast industries. I grew up in Atlanta, GA (hey, Black Mecca!), graduated from Howard University in 2008 (H-Uuuu; You Know!), wife to Richard, "ma-ma" to Jude, and supporting and centering Black voices has always been the goal.
I'm excited for you all to enjoy these delicious Black-owned wines, and I can't wait to hear about the adventures and milestones you'll celebrate over the curated bottles from Wasted Wives.
Frequently Asked Questions
WastedWives was co-founded by Shantelle Dockett and Krystle Champagne-Norwood. Both women bring extensive professional experience in marketing, media, and community service to the brand.
Their shared passion for empowering Black communities and discovering exceptional wines drove them to create a wine club that celebrates Black-owned vineyards and labels.
The core mission of WastedWives is to connect wine lovers with Black-owned wine labels that they might never discover on their own. The brand exists at the intersection of celebration, community, and entrepreneurship.
Beyond wine, WastedWives is committed to giving back to the community and mentoring the next generation of leaders and business owners.
WastedWives is based in Washington, DC. The company operates as Wasted Wives LLC and serves customers across the United States through its wine subscription service.
The DC location places the brand at the heart of a vibrant community that values cultural entrepreneurship and supports Black-owned businesses.
The WastedWives team researches and samples wines from Black-owned wineries and vineyards throughout the country. Each wine is chosen for its quality, story, and the people behind the label.
The curation process ensures that subscribers receive a diverse mix of varietals and styles, from bold reds to crisp whites, with every quarterly box offering something new to explore.
Shantelle Dockett brings over a decade of marketing and partnerships experience from the television and non-profit industries. She is also the founder of a non-profit organization dedicated to mentoring young women.
Krystle Champagne-Norwood is an accomplished television producer with deep experience in digital media and broadcast. Both founders are Howard University and HBCU graduates committed to centering and uplifting Black voices.