Lesson 11   

What a Sommelier Can Do for You

According to Kevin Zraly, America’s premier wine educator and author of Windows on the World Complete Wine Course, the sommelier “may be the one person who can help orchestrate and enliven your entire meal. Using a competent sommelier offers two advantages: he or she has tasted the wines on the list more recently than you and also knows how the menu items you ordered are actually being prepared."

Tip

The best sommeliers today are working to create a refreshingly open and wine-friendly atmosphere. They understand that fostering a fun and exciting wine culture works for both the novice and the experienced wine drinker. And most importantly, they remember that the primary focus of their job is to serve you.