The Heights of Wine Education: Master of Wine (MW) vs. Master Sommelier (MS)
Formal wine training can be achieved and applied at a number of levels in a number of arenas. For the ambitious few with their sights set on the highest level of education in the industry, there a...
Which Wine Certification is Best?
Master Sommelier David Glancy is the first to admit that the sommelier route is not for everyone. There are many reputable wine education paths that help people start or advance their career. In t...
Want to become a sommelier but need more advice on how to do it? At San Francisco Wine School, we give you the facts about becoming a sommelier. This blog isn't about any specific class or trainin...
Top 4 Reasons to Get Wine Credentials
What anyone knew just five years ago is completely out of date in many areas. Customers have access to instant information and are getting more savvy everyday. Employers are demanding credentials ...
How to Kick-start Your Career With a Job in the Wine Industry
San Francisco Wine School reached out to its friends from all sides of the wine industry to put together proven career advice from the pros. Breaking into the wine world can be tough, but these exp...
Albert Beltran is a competitor in San Francisco Wine School's 2024 Somm Olympics. Albert is a certified sommelier and the Beverage Director of Wayfare Tavern. His love of beverage started in his la...
Special Guest: Talia Quartetti
Talia Quartetti is a competitor in San Francisco Wine School's 2024 Somm Olympics, part of their annual Anniversary Celebration Talia is an on premise Account Manager for Moet Hennessy, based in th...
Special Guest: Christina Stanley
Christina Stanley, a Napa Valley native, is a passionate sommelier who draws inspiration from all facets of wine, from terroir to vinification and the experience at the table. She will be competing...
On Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 3:30-8pm, San Francisco Wine School invites the public to join their 12th Anniversary Celebration and Scholarship Auction featuring their signature Somm Olympics...
How Accurate is the Drops of God Series?
Master Sommelier and founder of San Francisco Wine School David Glancy lives and breathes wine and has taught blind tasting for 20 years. He weighed in on just how accurate Apple TV's Drops of Gold...
Special Guest: Roberto Cipresso
Roberto’s lifetime of experience has captured the notice of many critics and fans alike. In 2006, the Italian Sommelier Association declared Roberto the “best Italian winemaker.” In 2009, ‘Wine &am...
Special Guest Sommelier: Paul Carayas
Paul Carayas is a Certified Sommelier and currently leading the wine Team at Chez TJ in Mountain View and a 2022 competitor in San Francisco Wine School's 2022 Somm Olympics, part of their annual A...
Special Guest Sommelier: Lindsey Young
Lindsey Young is an Advanced Sommelier currently leading the wine team at Selby's Restaurant in Atherton and a 2022 competitor in San Francisco Wine School's 2022 Somm Olympics, part of their annua...
Dan Berger is a highly acclaimed wine author, judge and nationally syndicated columnist who began his career in 1976. Learn more about his career...
All California alcoholic beverage servers & managers are required to certify for responsible beverage service by Aug 31, 2022, per the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. Only a handful o...
Special Guest Sommelier: Raphael Santos
Raphael Santos is the Head Sommelier at San Francisco's legendary, two-Michelin star, Acquerello Restaurant and competitor in San Francisco Wine School's 2021 Somm Olympics. Learn more...
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Working in The Wine Industry
Many people make these 5 mistakes when starting out in their wine careers. Knowing what they are can help you avoid them in your own journey, and ensure that you are successful.
Top 10 Funniest Wine, Food & Service Videos
I feel the need for something light hearted today. In fact, I use humor every time I teach about wine. Here are some of my favorites to inspire, instruct, shock or simply amuse.
Special Guest: Corrina Wright, Winemaker & Director, Oliver's Taranga Vineyards, McLaren Vale
Corrina is part of an Australian grapegrowing dynasty. Her family are viticultural pioneers, with more than 175 years of grapegrowing experience and she has been making wine in McLaren Vale since t...
On Saturday, November 14th, 2020 San Francisco Wine School celebrated 9 years in business with their annual Somm Olympics and Scholarship Auction benefiting low income and minority wine & hospi...
Glancy Wine Education Fund Scholars—Where are They Now?
It’s no secret that wine consumption has been on the rise for some time. With more consumers drinking more wine, more opportunities are arising for job seekers looking for careers in the wine and h...
Student Spotlight: Getting to Know McKenna Pautsch
Student Spotlight: McKenna Pautsch After extensive study with San Francisco Wine School, Pautsch received the Certified Sommelier award from the Court of Master Sommeliers. Find out what makes h...
Student Spotlight: Getting to Know Dana Gurela
Student Spotlight: Dana Gurela After studying, sipping and working in California wine country for five years, Dana Gurela has brought her expertise and passion for West Coast varietals back ho...
San Francisco Wine School's Kristin Campbell Named Brand Ambassador for Women of the Vine & Spirits
San Francisco Wine School's Kristin Campbell Named Brand Ambassador for Women of the Vine & Spirits We are very excited to announce that our own Chief Operating Officer, Kristin Campbell, has...