Have you heard about the Master Sommelier Diploma exam? This exam is tougher than UPSC, JEE, and NEET. After passing this, candidates can earn in crores. This exam stands out for its exceptional difficulty and unique reward. It is demanding and is considered as one of the toughest exams in the world. The first Master Sommelier exam was held in 1969. It was organised by the Court of Master Sommeliers (CMSS) formed by the wine industry. In the last five decades, only 269 people in the whole world were able to crack this exam. Out of them, 172 people were from America. The purpose behind forming such an institution and conducting the Master Sommelier exam was to create such pairings for wine experts, whose demand is very high all over the world. Those wine lovers are given a chance to enhance their delight. The eligible candidates are also trained as to what food items should be served with wine, so that the intoxication increases and is not harmful for health.
The purpose behind forming such an institution and conducting the Master Sommelier exam was to create such pairings for wine lovers that can enhance their delight. Those who pass this exam should also be trained as to what food items should be served with wine so that the intoxication increases but there is no harm to health.
Any person who has an experience in the hotel industry can participate. Candidates are asked basic questions ranging from apple and grape varieties to the process of making wine. Apart from this, there are also questions about pairing of wine and food. Only 8% of people are able to pass the introductory level of this exam.
Another practical exam is also conducted apart from the written exam. During the practical exam, candidates are given the task of blind testing the wine, where they have to tell what fruit is added. They also have to guess where this wine is from and how old it is.
It is necessary to pass the three stages, introductory, certified and advanced level to appear for the exam. All the three steps should be passed within three years and if the person concerned fails to pass in this period, then he will have to appear for the introductory level exam again.
There is one more thing that makes this exam special, that is, no candidate can give the last level paper on his own. For this, recommendation of well-known people of the wine industry is also required.
This rare and desired exam is a testament to a sommelier’s unparalleled expertise and dedication towards the art of wine.
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