Become a Certified Sommelier—Without the Snobbery

Professional-level wine and spirits education designed for real people, not elitists.

Gain the skills, confidence, and official certification to thrive in wine—whether you're changing careers, advancing in hospitality, or leveling up your passion. All delivered in clear, flexible lessons without the fluff or gatekeeping.

Master Wine & Spirits. Skip the Snobbery.
Whether you're an aspiring sommelier, a hospitality professional looking to level up, or simply a passionate wine lover ready to go deeper, this course is your gateway to real expertise—without the ego.

The Contemporary Sommelier Society training program delivers everything you need to earn a full professional sommelier certification in a format that respects your time, your intelligence, and your style of learning. We skip the bloated video lectures and rigid schedules in favor of clear, text-based instruction you can absorb at your pace, from any device, anywhere.

You’ll build genuine confidence in service, tasting, food pairing, and bottle selection—backed by structured lessons, quizzes, real-world case studies, and support from experienced, non-snobby educators who care about your success. And when you complete the course? You’ll walk away not just certified, but capable.

Your journey doesn’t end at graduation. Certified alumni unlock exclusive perks like downloadable pairing guides, professional tasting sheets, and custom support for tricky service questions—because once you’re one of us, we’ve got your back for the long haul.

All of this, at a price that delivers unmatched value compared to traditional wine education programs. No gatekeeping. No fluff. Just a serious path to sommelier status—for people who love wine, not pretension.