The Institute’s vision is one of knowledge and integrity. Through our members – the international community of 299 Masters of Wine – and our activities, we promote excellence, interaction and learning across all sectors of the global wine community.
A Master of Wine is someone who has demonstrated, by way of rigorous examination, a thorough knowledge of all aspects of wine and an ability to communicate that knowledge clearly. They actively encourage others in the pursuit of knowledge as well as seeking to bring wine communities together.
We conduct wine trade examination which leads to the title Master of Wine and our events programme provides professional development and learning opportunities for members of the trade and others with a serious interest in wine.
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"It taught me how to recognise quality in wine as distinct from faults."
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Region: Australasia
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"MW is the ultimate qualification in my chosen profession. Being an MW has given me authority and credibility, as well as excellent fellowship."
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Region: Europe
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"As a media commentator and wine educator in Asia's booming but cluttered market, the MW gives my work credibility, making me a reputable source of knowledge."
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Region: Asia
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"The MW title must be earned every day, and carries great responsibility to fulfill very high expectations."
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Region: The Americas