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Exploring Excellence: Top Wines Unveiled at the 2024 Sommeliers Choice Awards in Chicago

For wine enthusiasts, sommeliers, and industry professionals, there's an exciting opportunity on the horizon. The 2024 USA Trade Tasting will be showcasing some top winners of the Sommeliers Choice Awards on May 22-23, 2024 in Chicago.

The Sommeliers Choice Awards presents a unique platform where every wine is meticulously evaluated by seasoned master sommeliers. This prestigious competition sets itself apart by ensuring that an esteemed panel of experienced sommeliers, recognized for their expertise and discerning palates, meticulously assesses each wine entered.

“The 2024 lineup of Sommeliers Choice Awards judges is the most powerful lineup of Sommeliers you will find in the USA. This unique opportunity to present your wines to America's top Sommeliers and benchmark wines for on-premise channels of USA, says Sid Patel, CEO and Founder of Beverage Trade Network”. 

From left to right: Mark Guillaudeu MS, Jeremy Shanker, and Serafin Alvarado as its 2024 judges making it a total of 14 master sommeliers coming in 2024 judging panel. Each panel will have a master sommelier.

The competition sets itself apart by including America’s top sommeliers, restaurant group buyers, top wine directors, and master sommeliers. USA Trade Tasting invites sommeliers and restaurant professionals to get the free trade pass for the event and plan to attend the masterclass of Sommeliers Choice Awards.

In this masterclass, you'll have the unique opportunity to explore the secrets of wine pairings, discover exceptional wines, and gain insights into curating wine lists that elevate the dining experience. These wines will make a great addition to your restaurants and bars. Get your tickets here.

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