Introductory Sommelier
An introductory beverage-knowledge examination following the required sommelier course.
Exam overview
- Full name
- Introductory Sommelier Examination
- Administering organization
- Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas
- Specialty
- Wine, spirits and beer
- Exam type
- Certification
- Jurisdiction or availability
- Americas chapter; examination-site policy determines eligibility
Published exam details
- Time limit
- 45 minutes
- Time definition
- Published examination time; required course time is separate.
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