Sommlympics is a prestigious, high-stakes competition designed to celebrate the art of wine and the mastery of the sommelier. This unique event brings together teams of three industry professionals and wine aficionados, who will compete in a series of rigorous challenges encompassing wine theory, service, and blind tasting.
Hosted by Kelly Cornett of A Cork in the Road
Spectators:
Spectators can watch the competition unfold, enjoy tastings of fine wines, and learn from the challenges presented. The atmosphere is charged with excitement and camaraderie, making it a unique experience for all who attend.
Each event is ticketed separately with an All-Day pass available.
Judges:
Chelsea Young
Jane Lopes
Henna Bakshi
Prizes
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THEORY EVENT
A bottle of Philippe Gonet Extra Brut 3210 NV from VinoTeca
Scholarship for a Masters Level Course from Wine Scholar Guild of your choice
SERVICE EVENT
A bottle of Philipponnat Royal Reserve Brut NV from Elemental Spirits
Scholarship for a Masters Level Course from Wine Scholar Guild of your choice
TASTING EVENT
A bottle of Benoit Lahaye Rose de Maceration NV Champagne from Press Shop
Scholarship for a Masters Level Course from Wine Scholar Guild of your choice
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ALL-AROUND TEAM GRAND PRIZE
Each team member will receive a bottle of Seppeltsfield’s 100 Year Old Para Tawny with Certificate of Authenticity commemorated with “Sommlympics Champion 2024”
The Team will also receive a 1 night stay (3 rooms) at The Epicurean Hotel in Tampa and $1000 to spend at Bern’s Steakhouse
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1 Sommlympian will be awarded as “star of the show” and will receive an educational trip to Champagne in partnership with the Comite Champagne
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