Editorial

Editorial

For most people, round, happy anniversaries are celebrated with Champagne. When you’re the Association de la Sommellerie Internationale, round, happy numbers are cause to celebrate IN Champagne. We are talking of course about the ASI’s 50th anniversary, to be...
Editorial by Andres Rosberg

Editorial by Andres Rosberg

As we head into summer here in Europe and winter for our colleagues in the southern hemisphere, there’s no better time to reflect on the year that has passed. It has been an eventful one for our profession, with several important milestones reached. The ASI is...
Wines of Portugal Grand Tasting

Wines of Portugal Grand Tasting

The Wines of Portugal Grand Tasting took place on June 20 in Tokyo, where the 5th edition of the Best Sommelier of the Year in Japan was held, as well as educational events and programs on national wines. The finalists were Yusaku Tanikawa, Yuta Yoshida, Kenta Sasaki,...
Sommeliers International

Sommeliers International

A fantastic tasting and series of 18 different expert masterclasses will be held on October 7 in Reims to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the ASI. 120 exhibitors will be on hand, presenting exceptional Champagnes along with wines and spirits from all over the...