A New Champion for Kazakhstan

A New Champion for Kazakhstan

The Best Sommelier of Kazakhstan 2020 is Anton Khasbiyev! He bested 12 sommeliers and wine specialists for the title of “Les Grands Chais de France Sommelier Contest 2020.” It was the fourth time that the contest was hosted by the Association of Wine...
Canada Introduces New National President

Canada Introduces New National President

The Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers (CAPS) is pleased to announce British Columbia-based Lesley Brown as their new National President. Ms. Brown takes over from outgoing CAPS National President Mark DeWolf. DeWolf had served a nearly 4-year term as...
A New Best Sommelier Crowned in Denmark

A New Best Sommelier Crowned in Denmark

17 sommeliers gathered on a sunny September morning to vie for the title of Best Sommelier of Denmark 2020. After an initial round with a written test, pairing tasks and two blind tastings, the jury narrowed it down to the top three candidates to compete for the...