Applications Open: 2026 Women’s Sommelier Symposium in Sonoma County
We’re delighted to open applications for the 2026 Women’s Sommelier Symposium, returning to Sonoma County for an inspiring, career-elevating experience fostered by the Court of…
Category: Latest Happenings
CMS-A Launches SommBIZ: First Online Wine Business Course for Hospitality Leaders
The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas™ proudly announces the launch of SommBIZ™, the industry’s first online wine business course designed by Master Sommeliers to help…
Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas Announces New Master Sommelier
Recognizing the Highest Achievement in the Beverage Industry The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas™ proudly announces that David Reuss of Jackson Family Wines in Denver,…
The largest passing class from the Advanced Sommelier Examination in the world
We’re thrilled to announce 55 Advanced Sommeliers! These talented individuals represent three countries and 17 states, showcasing the global reach and growing excellence within our…
Bobby Stuckey Named Julia Child Award Recipient
We are proud to celebrate our very own Bobby Stuckey, MS, visionary restaurateur and tireless advocate for the hospitality industry, on being named the 2025…
Strengthening Global Wine Education: MS Journey Through Historic Vineyards of Greece
As part of the continued commitment to educational excellence and global wine engagement, the Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas recently partnered with The Federation of…
Master Sommeliers Delve into the Willamette Valley’s Nuanced Landscape
Master Sommeliers were invited to Oregon’s Willamette Valley for a multi-day program hosted by the Willamette Valley Winery Association and the Oregon Wine Board. The…
Delta Executive Joins CMS-A Board to Shape the Future of Hospitality
Delta Executive Joins CMS-A Board to Shape the Future of Hospitality Joanne D. Smith Brings Leadership and Vision to the Court of Master Sommeliers The…
Women’s Sommelier Symposium Set to Inspire in Sonoma
We are thrilled to announce the selection of ten outstanding female sommeliers who will attend the third Women’s Sommelier Symposium, taking place from April 6-9,…
Join Our Team
The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas (CMS-A) is hiring an Examination Operations Specialist to enhance the operational excellence of our certification exams. This role will…
