Guides

Articles

Media

E-Learning

Resources

Community

Explore

Feature Articles

A History of Winery Consolidation in America

In 2008, Cyril Penn, the editor of Wine Business Monthly, wanted to make sense of the avalanche of winery mergers, sales, and…

Jeff Siegel Jeff Siegel Read More
A History of Winery Consolidation in America

GuildSomm is an indispensable resource for wine professionals

Whether you are new to the beverage industry, a seasoned veteran, or an enthusiastic wine consumer, GuildSomm is for you! Join to explore our materials, enhance your wine study, connect with other members, and deepen your understanding of all things beverage.

How to join About GuildSomm

New Content

A History of Winery Consolidation in America
Feature Articles

A History of Winery Consolidation in America

In 2008, Cyril Penn, the editor of Wine Business Monthly, wanted to make sense of the avalanche of winery mergers...

Jeff Siegel Jeff Siegel

Chile with Amanda Barnes MW
Podcasts

Chile with Amanda Barnes MW

In the latest GuildSomm podcast, Master Sommelier Chris Tanghe speaks with newly minted Master of Wine Amanda Barnes...

 

Green Water, Hydrology, and Viticulture: Observing the Importance of Soil Moisture and Rethinking Land Management
Feature Articles

Green Water, Hydrology, and Viticulture: Observing the Importance of Soil Moisture and Rethinking Land Management

Think of water, and images of vast oceans, white-capped rapids, babbling brooks, and placid lakes come to mind...

Sarah Bray Sarah Bray

Blind Tasting with Max Goldberg
Podcasts

Blind Tasting with Max Goldberg

In the latest blind tasting episode of GuildSomm: Into the Glass, Master Sommelier Chris Tanghe pours the always...

 

What You Should Know About Chartreuse
Feature Articles

What You Should Know About Chartreuse

Chartreuse is an ancient, elusive elixir that has been made for centuries by French monks. Throughout its history...

Virginie Boone Virginie Boone

Grenache with Seth Kitzke
Podcasts

Grenache with Seth Kitzke

In the latest GuildSomm podcast, Master Sommelier Chris Tanghe speaks with Seth Kitzke of Upsidedown Wine about...

 

Washington State: 2012–2022
Vintage

Washington State: 2012–2022

We have a new set of vintage cards, highlighting the 2012 to 2022 vintages in Washington State ! Find all of our...

 

How California
Feature Articles

How California

The story of California wine hasn’t been told in a book in more than a decade. In the meantime, the community of...

Elaine Chukan Brown Elaine Chukan Brown

Blind Tasting with Skyler Ring
Podcasts

Blind Tasting with Skyler Ring

In the latest blind tasting episode of GuildSomm: Into the Glass, Master Sommelier Chris Tanghe pours the dreaded...

 

From Stars to Words: How Brunello FORMA Is Redefining Vintage Evaluations
Feature Articles

From Stars to Words: How Brunello FORMA Is Redefining Vintage Evaluations

Over the past couple of years, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG has undergone a pivotal shift in its vintage evaluation...

Jessica Dupuy Jessica Dupuy

Upcoming GuildSomm Events

Online Sonoma County Wine Champs Quiz

Online Sonoma County Wine Champs Quiz

Sunday, June 1

Fifteen winners will each receive a $500 scholarship and an invitation to an all-expenses-paid enrichment trip...

Sonoma County Seminar | Kansas City | May 20

Tuesday, May 20

Wines of New Zealand Seminar | New York City | June 3

Tuesday, June 3

Napa Valley Seminar | Cleveland | June 10

Tuesday, June 10

Napa Valley Seminar | Boston | June 12

Thursday, June 12

All Events

Latest Podcasts

Chile with Amanda Barnes MW

Chile with Amanda Barnes MW

Blind Tasting with Max Goldberg

Blind Tasting with Max Goldberg

Grenache with Seth Kitzke

Grenache with Seth Kitzke

All Podcasts

Latest Discussions

All Discussions

Study Forums

All Study Forums

Explore by Topic

App Store Google Play
© 2025 GuildSomm

Join to continue reading.

GuildSomm members enjoy exclusive access to educational content, classes, and a robust professional network. If you're a wine professional, GuildSomm is for you! Our members represent every facet of the industry and stage of a beverage career.

Join now