Tag: Court of Master Sommeliers

Meghann Craig February 5, 2026 (Santa Barbara, CA) — The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas (CMS-A) is pleased to announce the appointment of Meghann Craig to its Board of Directors. Craig, a...

Wine credentials and certifications can be a game changer when pursuing wine-centric roles By Karen M. Wetzel Wine credentials and their benefits are as varied as the people who seek them. ...

Historic Exam Sees 87 Candidates from Across North America with Unprecedented Success Rate July 17, 2025 (Phoenix, AZ) — The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas announced today the successful...

Old Mission Peninsula Wineries Prevail in Legal Battle, Demonstrating Their Commitment to the Community: The wineries of the Old Mission Peninsula Wine Trail (OMPWT) have emerged victorious in their long-standing...

Joanne D. Smith Brings Leadership and Vision to the Court of Master Sommeliers Joanne D. Smith Santa Barbara, CA (February 25, 2025) –The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas (CMS-A) is thrilled to...

Ten Distinguished Sommeliers Selected for Transformative Mentorship Experience Sonoma County, CA (January 22, 2025) – The Court of Master Sommeliers is thrilled to announce the selection of ten...

Houston, TX (September 6, 2024) – The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas™ is proud to welcome a new member to the organization, Myles Trapp from Napa Valley, California. Michael Meagher, MS and...

California Scrambles to Finish Harvest: With a superb vintage in the offing, growers are racing against time to get the grapes into the winery...

Two Wineries Join Lawsuit Accusing Napa County of Unconstitutional Patterns & Practices: Two wineries have filed motions to join Hoopes Vineyards as parties in interest in the ongoing action against...

Wine’s Most Inspiring People badge As has become a January  tradition, Wine Industry Advisor has again chosen 10 individuals from within the wine industry who showcase leadership, innovation,...