CMS-A Exams by Level
- Introductory Sommelier Course Guide – What To Expect
- Introductory Sommelier Course Syllabus
- Introductory Sommelier Course Practice Exam
- Introductory Sommelier Course Tasting Journal
- Grape Variety Profiles
- Español – Introductory Sommelier Course Tasting Journal
- 한국어 – Introductory Sommelier Course Tasting Journal
- Introductory Sommelier Course and Certified Sommelier Theory Exam Curriculum Guide
- Online Introductory Sommelier Examination Guide
- Online Introductory Sommelier Course Wines
- Certified Sommelier Exam Guide – What To Expect
- Certified Sommelier Syllabus
- Introductory Sommelier Course And Certified Sommelier Theory Exam Curriculum Guide
- Certified Sommelier Level Examinable Wines
- Certified Sommelier Exam Tasting Grid
- Español – Certified Sommelier Exam Tasting Grid
- 한국어 – Certified Sommelier Exam Tasting Grid
- 日本語 – Certified Sommelier Exam Tasting Grid
- 中文 – Certified Sommelier Exam Tasting Grid
- Advanced Sommelier Expected Skill Set
- Advanced Sommelier Theory Exam – What To Expect
- Advanced Sommelier Practical Exam – What To Expect
- Advanced Sommelier Tasting Exam – What To Expect
- Advanced Sommelier Exam Core Wines
- Advanced and Master Sommelier Deductive Tasting Format
- Upper-level Theory Illustrative Examples-2023
- Advanced Sommelier Theory – Example Feedback Report
- Advanced Sommelier Practical & Tasting – Example Feedback Report
Master Sommelier Theory Exam – Resource Guide
Master Sommelier Theory Exam – Answer Guidelines
Master Sommelier Theory Exam – Verbal Question Templates
Master Sommelier Theory Illustrative Examples – 2025
Master Sommelier Theory Illustrative Examples – 2024
Upper-level Theory Illustrative Examples – 2023
Master Sommelier Theory – Example Feedback Report
Master Sommelier Practical & Tasting – Example Feedback Report
CMS-A General Exam Standards
- CMS-A Expected Skillsets At Each CMS Level Of Certification
- CMS-A Philosophy Of Curriculum
- CMS-A Commitment To Examination Integrity
- CMS-A Dress Guidelines
- CMS-A Professional Sommelier Demeanor
- CMS-A Candidate Code of Conduct
- CMS-A Chapter Examination Site Policy
- CMS-A Accommodation Policy – Disability or ESL
- CMS-A Accommodation Request Form – Disability or ESL
- CMS-A Cancellation And Transfer Policy
- CMS-A What Makes A Wine Classic
- CMS-A Advanced and Master Sommelier Deductive Tasting Format
- Español – CMS-A Advanced and Master Sommelier Deductive Tasting Format
- 한국어 – CMS-A Advanced and Master Sommelier Deductive Tasting Format
- 日本語 – CMS-A Advanced and Master Sommelier Deductive Tasting Format
- Initial and Final Conclusion “How to Guide”
- Varietal Profile-Chardonnay
- Varietal Profile-Pinot Noir
Organizational Documents
Other References
ARMAGNAC
BEER SAKE & SPIRITS
BRANDY DE JEREZ
CALVADOS
COGNAC
FORTIFIED WINES
Madeira: http://www.madeirawineguide.com/
Marsala: http://www.consorziovinomarsala.it/
Sherry: http://www.sherry.org
SAKE
WHISKEY
AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND
Australia: http://www.wineaustralia.com/australia/
New Zealand: http://www.nzwine.com
AUSTRIA
Vinea Wachau: http://www.vinea-wachau.at/index.php?L=1
CANADA
British Columbia: http://www.winebc.com/
Ontario: http://www.vqaontario.com/Home
FRANCE
Bordeaux: http://www.bordeaux.com
Burgundy: http://www.bourgogne-wines.com/
Champagne: http://www.champagne.us/
Languedoc: http://www.languedoc-wines.com/english/
Loire Valley: http://www.loirevalleywine.com/
Provence: http://www.provencewineusa.com/
Rousillon: http://www.vinsduroussillon.com/index.php
Savoie: http://www.vin-de-savoie.org/
GERMANY
GREECE & EASTERN EUROPE
Hungary/Tokaji: http://www.tokaj.hu/?useLang=en
ITALY
Barolo & Barbaresco: http://www.langhevini.it/welcome.lasso
Brunello di Montalcino: http://www.consorziobrunellodimontalcino.it/
DOC/DOCG: http://www.webalice.it/sauro.avezza/
Franciacorta: http://www.stradadelfranciacorta.it/eng/index.php
Sicily: http://www.sicilywine.com/
Taurasi: http://www.vinotaurasi.it/
PORTUGAL
Vinho Verde: http://www.vinhoverde.pt/en/default.asp
SOUTH AFRICA
SOUTH AMERICA
Argentina: http://www.winesofargentina.org/en
Chile: http://www.winesofchile.org/
SPAIN
Rias Biaxas: http://doriasbaixas.com/public/manager.php?lang=en
Ribera del Duero: http://www.riberadelduero.es/eng/index.asp
SWITZERLAND
UNITED STATES
TTB: https://www.ttb.gov/
Anderson Valley: http://www.avwines.com/about/aboutmain.htm
Monterey: http://www.montereywines.org/index.php
Napa Valley: http://www.napavintners.com/
New York: https://newyorkwines.org/
Oregon: http://www.oregonwine.org/Home/
Paso Robles: http://www.pasowine.com/
Rhone Rangers: http://www.rhonerangers.org/
Russian River: http://www.rrvw.org/
Santa Barbara County: http://www.sbcountywines.com/
Virginia: https://www.virginiawine.org/
Washington: http://www.washingtonwine.org/
