On-trade: The non-somm approach
Published: 28 August, 2026
The days of the supercilious sommelier striking fear into trepidatious diners are thankfully behind us, but as the lines between casual and fine dining are becoming increasingly blurred, more and more restaurants with great wine lists are doing away with somms altogether.
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