Introduction

Experts in this field are specialists in wine procurement, storage and cellar rotation and are responsible for curating wine suggestions for restaurants depending on the consumers preferences, budget and its compatibility with the food. They are also knowledgeable in how to properly serve wine and can provide training for the staff.

Most sommeliers begin in the hospitality industry and have some experience working at a restaurant or winery. To gain further qualifications, experts complete education programs like the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET). The highest qualification is gaining a Master Sommelier diploma which only 5% of entrants have passed.

Sommeliers maybe required to comment on food safety, quality or issueswith trademark laws.

At the bottom of this profile are brief details of a number of the experts that Expert Experts represents. Call our office to discuss your requirements and to obtain a recommendation that suits your needs and budget.

Expertise in Action

Sommeliers curate wine lists based on its compatibility with the restaurants food, inform staff on the wine and how to serve it including correct glassware and temperature, inventory management, interacting with customers to determine their tastes and preferences, studying wine to keep up with the current trends.

Sample Reports

For some fields of expertise we have some sample sections of de-identified reports. Please contact our office if you are interested in a sample.

Cost

The overall cost of expert opinion depends on the services required. Some of the key factors that affect the cost of advice include:

  • The need for a view or inspection of a location
  • The quantity of documentary material to be reviewed
  • Whether there are reports of other experts to be reviewed and commented on in detail
  • Whether there is a need for conferences with the expert either in person or by telephone/Skype
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A sample of our experts in Trades – Sommelier / Wine Steward

Below are short profiles of a few experts with expertise in this field. Please contact our office to discuss your specific requirements and to obtain a recommendation that suits your needs and budget. Expert Experts are experts in finding the right expert for your needs and you pay no more to use Expert Experts than if you searched and found the expert yourself.

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