How do I start the journey to become a Sommelier? | Wine Spectator Forums

professional_corgi85Member

Hi guys!

Currently decided I want to get into the wine industry and my long-term goal is to become a sommelier. Discovered that San Francisco Wine School have a good article about how to become a sommelier https://sanfranciscowineschool...o-become-a-sommelier Although I was wondering if anybody else could provide me with some further information on this at all? Are there any recommendations of how and where to start? I'm a novice with this sort of stuff!

11/3/212:13 PM

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100 Point ScoreMember

I received my level 1 and 2 certificates from the Napa Valley academy and en route to level 3. They required work but were not daunting. I have taken test run examinations with my school tasting group and I would not be surprised if I do not pass. I also would never attempt to become a master sommelier. I don't feel I have the time and dedication outside of my regular life (career, kids, hobbies) for such an effort. You may want to do an online certificate for starters.

11/11/217:15 PM

I thought the first step was to open an Instagram account?

11/27/219:07 AM

irwinMember

skip the course. Just tell everyone that you are a master sommelier.

The key is to look and sound sincere. As George burns said, “The key to success is sincerity. If you can fake that, you have it made.”

11/27/215:39 PM

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