THE SOMMELIER INSTITUTE
Wine Education That Actually Works
We promise real skills, real support, and an education that actually prepares you for the real world of wine
OUR MISSION
''At The Sommelier Institute, we believe in equality over hierarchy. Wine education and wine service should be accessible to everyone. It should bring joy to guests and inspire us to be better professionals. We don't believe in gatekeeping.
We believe in full transparency, and we build our curriculum on the real working knowledge professionals actually need. Because when the tide rises, all boats rise with it, every student who passes or attempts one of our exams has a voice in how we share information, study materials, and courses.
Our certifications are here to complement the wine industry, not compete with it. We are committed to evolving alongside it and staying current with the needs of working professionals and the guests who walk through their doors.''
WHAT WE STAND FOR
Our Core Values
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Equality Over Hierarchy
Wine knowledge shouldn't be a privilege. We believe every person, regardless of background, title, or experience level, deserves access to a world-class wine education.
02
Radical Transparency
No secrets, no gatekeeping. Our curriculum, our standards, and our exam information are open — because students who are fully informed make better professionals.
03
Always Current
Wine is a living industry, and our education reflects that. We continuously update our curriculum to stay current with evolving standards, emerging regions, and the real needs of today's professionals and their guests.
04
Service at the Heart
Great wine education isn't just about passing exams, it's about elevating the guest experience. We teach with joy, professionalism, and a deep respect for the craft of hospitality.
05
Rising Together
We're not here to compete with the wine industry, we're here to strengthen it. When our students succeed, the whole industry wins.
06
Student-Centered Success
Every student who comes through our programs leaves feeling ready, supported, and confident. Their voice shapes how we teach, what we share, and how we grow.
PRACTICAL BY DESIGN
Begin Your Journey to Wine Mastery Today!
Speak directly with one of our sommeliers and let them help you create the perfect pathway to wine mastery with a free 15-minute discovery call!
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Courses
10 Week Certified Sommelier Prep Course | Live-Online | 10 weeks
This course is designed to give you everything you need to pass the Certified exam.
Mastering Blind Tasting | On-Demand | self-paced
Take your wine knowledge to the next level with advanced techniques and in-depth regional studies.
SUCCESS STORIES
Hear From Our Satisfied Students
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Patrick Brennan
Wine Enthusiast
This course is a game changer. I had previously completed the WSET 3 and was unsure if this course would be worth the money. It most definitely was worth every penny. For me the tasting insight was paramount. Ashley breaks down the certified tasting grid in an easy to understand system. You will go into your exam with confidence.
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John Alanis
Certified Sommelier
Of course I am very happy and very proud to get my Certified Sommelier pin. But even better than that is the knowledge I got from taking Ashley's course, knowledge I will retain for life. I'm not just a guy who passed an exam and got a pin, I'm now a guy with the knowledge to back it up
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Rachel Langdon
Wine Professional
Thanks to Ashley, I now look forward to embarking on a new career in the wine industry with confidence and excitement. Her unwavering support and unparalleled expertise have been life-changing, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking to achieve greatness in their wine journey.