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Boycott the Court of Master Sommeliers?

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This article was updated in October 2020 to reflect new reporting by the New York Times that reveals troubling accounts of sexual violence within the Court of Master Sommeliers of America (CMSa). Several CMSa members have spoken up to defend

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Is the Court of Master Sommeliers Americas (CMSA) For You?

Court of Master Sommeliers

If you’re looking for a high quality and well-regarded institute to complete your wine certification, the CMSA  should be at the top of your list. The original Court of Wine Master Sommeliers was established in 1969. This London-based institution is

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Court of Master Sommeliers Bans Everyone Except Restaurant and Beverage Employees

Court of Master Sommeliers

For the current scandals plaguing the CMS –including charges of racism and sexual violence– please refer to this page:  Master Sommelier Scandals  The press release from the Court of Master Sommeliers, dated July 17th, 2019: In 2015, the Court of

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