Sommelier

4 min

What is a sommelier?

A sommelier is a person responsible for serving wine, providing advice on drink selection, and ensuring their service in restaurants.

Tools of the sommelier

In their work, sommeliers use a corkscrew, glasses, and a wine list.

What products do sommeliers work with?

Sommeliers primarily work with wine, but also with other alcoholic beverages. They can select the perfect dish to pair with the wine and understand grape varieties and regions.

Duties of the sommelier

Sommeliers are responsible for the selection of the wine list in the establishment, participate in its supply and negotiate with suppliers, take care of the wine cellar, and educate the restaurant staff about new drinks.

Different types of sommeliers

In addition to wine sommeliers, there are those who work with cheese, as well as tea sommeliers who are experts in different types of tea.