Announcing New Advanced Sommeliers
The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas announces 38 Advanced Sommeliers! The Advanced Sommelier examination consists of three parts: theory, deductive blind tasting and a practical…
Category: Latest Happenings
Advanced Sommelier Course: Access and Opportunities
The 2024 Advanced Sommelier Course in Dallas, TX, brought together nearly 200 aspiring Advanced Sommeliers—80 women and 120 men—for an immersive three-day educational experience. The…
Meet and Greet for Philippines Sommelier Community
In the heart of Manila, the Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas took a significant step forward, hosting the first gathering for the Philippines sommelier community…
CMS-A Celebrates Successful Launch of Inaugural Course in Japan
In an exciting leap forward, the Certified Master Sommeliers – Americas recently concluded its inaugural CMS-A course in Japan on February 3-4, 2024. This marks…
Second Annual Women’s Sommelier Symposium Elevates Women in Wine
Ten Women Selected to Participate in Impactful and Empowering Event for Women in the Wine Industry Building on the success of its inaugural event,…
Updating Wine Tasting Terminology: Old World – New World
Starting in 2024, the CMS-A will no longer use the terms “Old World” and “New World” in our published educational courses and examination grids. …
CMS-A Implements New Strategic Plan to Help Guide the Hospitality Industry Into the Future
The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas ™ has announced the approval of a strategic plan which outlines their vision for the future of the organization…
Empowering Women in Wine: The Inaugural Women’s Sommelier Symposium
The inaugural Women’s Sommelier Symposium, hosted by the CMS-A, in partnership with the Santa Barbara Vintners Association, marked a significant milestone in the wine industry.…
Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas Launches Online Introductory Sommelier Course and Exam
Program Part of Organization’s Mission to Create More Accessible and Inclusive Space for Wine Education The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas announces its expansion into online…
