The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas, Welcomes Ten New Members
The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas, has welcomed ten members to the organization: Tyler Alden, Barking Frog, Everett, Washington; Martin Beally, Canlis, Seattle, Washington; Pablo Braida, Monarch Restaurant, Dallas, Texas; Julie Dalton, Post Oak Hotel, Houston, Texas; Erik Elliott, Heitz Cellar, Napa Valley, California; Christopher Gaither, Ungrafted & Glu Glu, San Francisco, California; Maddy Jimerson, Casa Tua, Aspen, Colorado; Alexander Powell, Grill 23, Boston, Massachusetts; Christopher Ramelb, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, Honolulu, Hawaii; and Scott Turnbull, Winebow, Calistoga, California. Additionally, the Court of Master Sommeliers, Europe, welcomed Pierre Marie Pattieu, Jackson Family Wines, Hong Kong, to their organization this month.
Forty-five individuals from 16 states and three countries attempted the Master Sommelier Diploma Examination proctored by the Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas. The ten noted above successfully met the qualifications to be awarded the title of Master Sommelier. The results were announced at the Krug Reception on August 31 at the Royal Sonesta in Portland, Oregon.
“Today we celebrate the success of the ten new Master Sommeliers and we also applaud the incredible efforts of all the candidates who sat for this rigorous examination. We are inspired by their dedication to the intense studying and pursuit of this certification. We are excited for the ten new Master Sommeliers to join us as we continue to create an impactful and modern organization,” said Emily Wine, MS, chair of the Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas.
The Master Sommelier Diploma is the highest distinction a professional can attain in the beverage service industry. The Master Sommelier Diploma Examination consists of three sections: a verbal theory examination; a wine assessment exercise using the Deductive Tasting Method; and a practical component that focuses on hospitality, beverage service, salesmanship, and overall business acumen. Candidates must receive passing scores in each section to earn the highly coveted Master Sommelier title.
