The Best Sommelier of Australia 2017 competition is an endeavour to highlight the exceptional service and knowledge standards achieved by the professional sommelier community working within Australia. 

The competition, conducted by the Sommeliers Australia Education Committee, will rigorously investigate individual performances in areas of service, tasting and knowledge that are required at the highest echelons of the profession.

Entry Criteria

To qualify for the Competition, potential Competitors must:

  • be a current ‘Sommelier’ member of Sommeliers Australia
  • be actively working in the hospitality industry
  • have completed at least WSET Level Two or have equivalent industry experience
  • be available to attend all stages of the competition process.

Registration to Compete

Competitors must register their intent to compete by registering to attend the Stage 1 l Entrance Exam in their State by completing the online registration/application form and attach a current CV. Registrations must be submitted by midday on Monday 10 July 2017.

Click here for more information and to register.