Best Sommelier of the Americas
The contest of the Best Sommelier of the Americas is one of the 3 continental contests hosted by the Association de la Sommellerie Internationale (ASI) leading up to the Best Sommelier of the World contest.

ASI contests are rigorous tests of a sommelier’s skill and knowledge. Contests are typically comprised of three rounds, each more challenging than the last. Sommeliers will be tested on their theoretical knowledge via a written test, their service skills and ability to identify wines and other beverages in a blind tasting format. The finals may comprise of several tasks including various aspects of service, blind tasting of a variety of beverages and skill tasks all performed in front of a live audience.


ASI contests are rigorous tests of a sommelier’s skill and knowledge. Contests are typically comprised of three rounds, each more challenging than the last. Sommeliers will be tested on their theoretical knowledge via a written test, their service skills and ability to identify wines and other beverages in a blind tasting format. The finals may comprise of several tasks including various aspects of service, blind tasting of a variety of beverages and skill tasks all performed in front of a live audience.

The winner of a continental contest such as ASI Best Sommelier of the Americas will automatically have the opportunity to compete in the next ASI Best Sommelier of the World contest.