by Tim Gaiser | Nov 10, 2016 | Exam Preparation, Food and Wine, Miscellaneous, Other, Restaurants, Studies, Tasting, The Rest, Tim Gaiser's Blog, Wine, Wine Service, Wines-of-the-world
The Certified Sommelier Examination was introduced in December of 2005. Previously students who passed the MS Introductory examination could apply directly to the Advanced Course after waiting the required years’ time. More often than not first time students did... 
by Tim Gaiser | Feb 27, 2016 | Exam Preparation, Miscellaneous, Other, Recently Tasted, Tasting, The Rest, Tim Gaiser's Blog, Wine
This is the second installment of markers for classic grapes and wines. The last and initial post covered several of the most important white varieties including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling. This post will wrap up the major white varieties... 
by Tim Gaiser | Feb 27, 2016 | Exam Preparation, Miscellaneous, Other, Recently Tasted, Studies, Tasting, Tim Gaiser's Blog, Wine, Wineries, Wines-of-the-world
This is the fourth and final post of my list of markers for classic grapes and wines. The last post included markers for Cabernet family grapes, Pinot Noir and Gamay. This final post will include markers for Rhône grapes and more. As... 
by Tim Gaiser | Feb 27, 2016 | Exam Preparation, Miscellaneous, Recently Tasted, Studies, Tasting, The Rest, Tim Gaiser's Blog
Last week I was working with a corporate client leading a tasting for some 50 of their employees. The experience level in the group ranged from a few seasoned veterans to a larger group not much beyond the novice level. As Iasked them to examine a... 
by Tim Gaiser | Feb 27, 2016 | Exam Preparation, Miscellaneous, Other, Studies, Tasting, Tim Gaiser's Blog, Wine
The Beginner’s Dilemma: “But it just smells like wine …”Sound familiar? I think this is an altogether common experience for most people just getting into wine. It was for me. I clearly remember going to my first... 
