Sommelier

A sommelier, is an expert in wine and its pairing with food. Their role is to care for wine in restaurants and wine bars, with responsibilities including purchasing and storing wine, compiling wine lists, recommending wine with food, and serving it at the table.

The sommelier is a key person in the field of wine and gastronomy. They participate in selecting and storing wines, compiling wine and beverage lists, and recommending wines and dishes in optimal pairing. They analyze customer tastes and recommend suitable beverages to dishes. The sommelier serves as a mediator between wine producers and consumers, providing expert advice and ensuring quality presentation and service of wine.

The profession of sommelier developed in the 19th century with the advent of large hotels and restaurants. The term "sommelier" comes from the Provençal word "saumalier," which meant a person responsible for transporting wine. A sommelier must have deep knowledge in wine and gastronomy, including tasting, customer communication, and pairing drinks with dishes.