2025年1月23日 · Our four-level education program begins with the Introductory Sommelier Course and Examination and ends with the Master Sommelier Diploma Examination. Learn More Courses

The road to becoming a Master Sommelier is demanding, requiring years of dedicated study, practical experience, and an unwavering passion for wine. Candidates must demonstrate the highest level of proficiency and knowledge in the three core disciplines of the exam: theory, tasting, and practical.

The Court of Master Sommeliers is the premier examining body for sommeliers and beverage professionals worldwide. Though our members come from diverse backgrounds and experiences, they share a proven mastery of the art, science, and history that informs their work.

The Court of Master Sommeliers offers multiple courses throughout the year, offered in cities across the world. New dates for Introductory programs are posted on Mondays, generally about three months before scheduled programs.

The online Introductory Sommelier Course and Examination introduces students to the world of wine, the Court of Master Sommeliers Deductive Tasting Method, and the Court of Master Sommeliers Service Standards.

The Court of Master Sommeliers is a four-level education program consisting of 4 exams and 2 courses. The process begins with the Introductory Sommelier Course and Examination and ends with the Master Sommelier Diploma Examination.

The Court of Master Sommeliers is a four-level education program that begins with the Introductory Sommelier Course and Examination and ends with the Master Sommelier Diploma Examination.

The Court of Master Sommeliers has four levels of certifications: Introductory Sommelier Course & Examination; Certified Sommelier Examination; Advanced Sommelier Course & Examination; Master Sommelier Diploma Examination; While all four exams have a theory portion, the upper three levels also test you on blind tasting and hospitality & service.

Wearing the Certified Sommelier lapel pin assures an employer and the dining public that you have skills in salesmanship, beverage program management, and wine tasting abilities that have been tested by the Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas.

Master Sommelier Directory Members A bolded name denotes a Master Sommelier eligible to teach, examine and participate in Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas programming.