Sonoma-Cutrer Scholarship for CMS Certified Exam, Advanced Course, and Advanced Exam

Sonoma-Cutrer and SommFoundation invite you to apply for one of the following scholarships:

Court of Master Sommeliers Certified Exam, $595
Court of Master Sommeliers Advanced Course, $1499
Court of Master Sommeliers Advanced Exam, $1195

Scholarships will be based on both need and merit and may be awarded retroactively.

***COVID 19 Info- For scholarship eligibility, we will confirm that you are eligible for your specified course/exam with the Court of Master Sommeliers. We understand that CMS exams and courses may be postponed or cancelled due to the coronavirus. If your indicated exam or course is cancelled or postponed, you will still be eligible to receive scholarship funds, provided that we can verify your eligibility.

Applicants must work and reside in the United States.

About Sonoma-Cutrer
Over the past 40 years, Sonoma-Cutrer has earned a reputation of excellence in craftsmanship by steadfastly choosing quality over quantity. Founded as a vineyard company before developing our own signature wines, we have always sought harmony with our environment and perfection in every step of our process. Instead of relying solely on Old World tradition or New World methods, we marry Burgundian practices with California innovation, focusing on a deep appreciation of Sonoma County terroir. Today, the popularity of our Chardonnay and Pinot Noirs serves as the motivation for us to continue creating exceptional wine. We believe the good life, like good wine, is not primarily made up of any one element but is a perfectly unique balance of all elements.

Deadline for application is May 28th, 11pm PDT.

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Sonoma-Cutrer 2021

Name*
First Last
Street Address*
City*
State*
Zip*
Country
- UNITED STATES
Email Address*
Cell Phone*
Current/Previous Employer (***if you are currently unemployed due to COVID 19, please tell us about your last employer and your future plans to remain in the beverage industry.)**
Current or Previous Employer/Business Website Address
Position*
Responsibilities*
Briefly outline your history/experience as a wine professional.*
Current Certification Levels
Please indicate which levels of certification you have achieved in the following programs (if any).
COURT OF MASTER SOMMELIERS*
WSET WINES AND MW*
WSET SPIRITS*
SOCIETY OF WINE EDUCATORS*
INTERNATIONAL SOMMELIER GUILD*
CICERONE*
SAKE CERTIFICATIONS*
PLEASE LIST ANY OTHER BEVERAGE CERTIFICATIONS YOU HAVE EARNED
End of Certification Selection
Are you currently a member of Guildsomm?*
(This will not affect your application)
- Yes
- No
Total Annual Income*
Briefly explain your need for financial assistance*
List 2 professionals we may contact for a reference (Master Sommeliers preferred for Advanced scholarships)*
Please indicate any of the following awards you have received from SommFoundation:*
Regarding the above, specify which trips/scholarships and the corresponding year.
Do you have a relationship with the sponsor of this scholarship (Sonoma-Cutrer)? If so, please explain.*
How did you hear about this opportunity?*
If there is anything else you would like us to know, please mention it here.
Consent*
Information included in your application may be shared with our sponsors. If you are selected as a recipient, SommFoundation may post your name, employer, and city on our website. Please confirm your authorization.