Neil Empson, Pioneer of Fine Italian Wine in the US Market, Dies at 85: The EMPSON Companies announce the passing of their beloved Chairman and Co-Founder, Neil Trevanion Howard Empson, on Saturday, September...
Wine Business Visionary Vic Motto Dies at 84: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of artist, musician, wine business advisor and co-founder of Global Wine Partners, Vic Motto, at his...
Study Reveals More Than Half of Wines Sold on the British High Street Contain Toxic Chemicals: Unsuspecting members of the public could be sipping down toxic chemicals as they enjoy their favorite tipple...
Ten Women Selected to Participate in Impactful and Empowering Event for Women in the Wine Industry
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, California (December 13, 2023) Building on the success of its inaugural event, the...
Santa Barbara, CA (November 1, 2023) – The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas ™ has announced the approval of a strategic plan which outlines their vision for the future of the organization and...
Renowned International Winemaker Files Lawsuit Against Napa County over Denial of Water Rights: Jayson Woodbridge, owner and winemaker of one of the world’s most sought-after wines, has filed suit against...
Michael Meagher MS, Chair of the Board of Directors and Emily Wines MS, Vice Chair of the Board of Directors with the New Members, Jonathan Eichholz, MS and Mark Guillaudeu, MS
Houston, TX (September 6,...
Elizabeth Ngonzi
Santa Barbara, CA (April 26, 2023) – The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas (CMS-A) is proud to welcome Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi as a new board member. A transformative speaker, educator...
California Harvest Races to Beat the Heat: With picking well under way in many regions, the California harvest has producers cautiously optimistic...
Portland, OR (August, 31, 2022) – The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas ™ is proud to welcome ten members to the organization: Tyler Alden, Barking Frog, Everett, WA; Martin Beally, Canlis,...
