Spotlight on: Sophie Otton

Name: Sophie Otton (Sydney, AU) I am: By day, I work as a wine consultant, sommelier, writer and judge. I am also the owner of She Loves You, a wine … Continued

ASI has elected a new President & Board

News from ASI, the Association de la Sommellerie Internationale:   17 Nov 2020. William Wouters of Belgium has been elected the new president of the Association de la Sommellerie Internationale. … Continued

Spotlight on: Ellen Franzén

Name: Ellen Franzén (Sweden) I am: Head sommelier at Restaurant Gastrologik, Stockholm. What inspired me to become a sommelier: To be able to work with something I really love, everyday! … Continued

12 minutes with our Top 12: Max Gurtler

Name: Max Gurtler I am: Head sommelier, momofuku seiōbo What inspired me to become a sommelier: Working at Rockpool Bar and Grill. The level of professionalism and standard of service … Continued

12 minutes with our Top 12: Chris Ryan

Name: Chris Ryan I am: Head Wine Buyer, Cumulus Inc. and Cumulus Up My role model is: Leanne Altmann (Beverage Director, Trader House Restaurants) continues to inspire not just myself … Continued