So Long to the “Somm”
Both the “sommelier” and its swaggering, scandal-riddled sibling are on the outs. What should wine professionals call themselves?
- story: Miguel de Leon
- illustration: Mallory Heyer
Both the “sommelier” and its swaggering, scandal-riddled sibling are on the outs. What should wine professionals call themselves?
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