New awards and serving-format recommendations reflect the growing role of cans, mini bottles, wine cups, and other individual formats in modern hospitality.
The first group of judges for the ninth edition includes Master Sommeliers, wine directors, and senior professionals from leading U.S. hospitality businesses.
The Sommeliers Choice Awards proudly welcomes Heather Durham-Birley, Kat Hawkins, and Greg Spalding to its 2026 judging panel — a trio of accomplished wine professionals who bring education, leadership, and service excellence to the competition.
Whether it is finding time in a busy schedule for tasting appointments and meetings with suppliers, or finding new ways to maximize the profitability of a restaurant's wine list, there is a lot that goes into being a successful sommelier.
The Brand Ambassador of Monte Cillario Vini, Carolina Marchesini, describes her family tradition of making amazing Valpolicella and how she optimizes social media to increase the visibility of her brand.
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