•  Rudd Round Table, 2009 - 2024

  • The Rudd Round Table was founded in 2009, through a collaboration with Leslie Rudd, the Rudd Foundation, and SommFoundation.  The event is a two-day educational and mentorship program for twelve of the top aspiring Master Sommeliers in the Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas, during which attendees will experience an intensive and intimate learning environment guided by Master Sommeliers in panels, group discussions, and one-on-one formats.

• Somm Camp, 2014 - 2024 (excluding 2020 or 2022)

  • Be one of a select group of people to participate in this engaging, hands-on, educational experience focusing on vineyards and wineries of Napa Valley and Sonoma County. We will explore mountain viticulture, organic and biodynamic practices, lab work behind the scenes, techniques in wine making, blind tasting, and many other topics.

• Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas Women’s Symposium, 2023 - 2025

  • The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas will invite 10 female Advanced and Master Sommelier candidates for a two-day program that educates, inspires, and builds impactful connections between women. The focus will be not only on key elements of exam preparation, but also on discussions around career paths, business, and other topics.

• TEXSOM, 2019 - 2024

  • SommFoundation and our sponsor, Santa Margherita USA, are offering scholarships for two professionals to attend the annual TEXSOM event.

• Brooks Winery Harvest Internship, 2017 - 2024

  • Brooks Winery is a Biodynamic vineyard and winery located in Oregon's Eola-Amity Hills where they farm and make Pinot Noir and Riesling, along with numerous other aromatic white varietals, and a bit of Gamay and Syrah.

• Wilson Daniels - Anne-Claude Leflaive Memorial Trip, 2019, 2022 - 2024

  • Anne-Claude Leflaive’s passion for education and sustainable growing methods has earned the historic family estate a reputation as a benchmark for white Burgundy and as leaders in biodynamic farming. Broadening professional’s understanding of the winemaking process was a lifelong goal of Anne-Claude. Two industry professionals will be awarded an all-expenses paid trip to meet some of Wilson Daniels renowned family-owned winery partners in Burgundy.

• Wine Dialogues, 2024

  • Join SommFoundation and Maze Row Wine Merchant for “Wine Dialogues,” a full-day education conference featuring producers from Italy, Spain, and California, plus moderators and panelists from the Houston area. Master Class topics include: Bolgheri, Chianti, Brunello, Soave, Rioja, and Tibouren.

• Northern Italy with Lars Leicht, 2023

  • Santa Margherita, USA invites you to apply for a trip to Northern Italy in partnership with Lars Leicht of The SOMMJournal and Vino Viaggio, and the SommFoundation for an immersive educational experience throughout Northern Italy.

• Champagne Scholarship and On-Site Education at Krug Estate, 2023

  • Thank you to the generous sponsorship of CMS-A and Krug, we are pleased to announce a new educational opportunity to visit Champagne in order to broaden your wine education and experience.

• Maze Row Tornatore VOICES Etna, 2023

  • Maze Row Wine Merchant invites you to apply for the VOICES Trip in partnership with the SommFoundation for an immersive visit to their renowned winery partner, Tornatore, in Etna.

• The Rise of Willamette Valley Chardonnay, 2023

  • Come explore the Willamette Valley through the lens of the region’s most exciting grape: Chardonnay.

• Champagne Laurent-Perrier Women in Wine Leadership Enrichment Trip/Scholarship, 2015, 2019, 2022

  • In addition to the scholarship, each of the three recipients will receive a mentorship with Michelle Defeo, President of Laurent-Perrier US.

• Lewis Cellars Harvest Internship, 2022

  • Lewis Cellars is looking for enthusiastic, hard-working and motivated wine professionals to join the harvest crew. 

• Lodi Appellation Immersion/Lodi Harvest Trip, 2019 - 2022

  • During this vineyard-centric trip, you will visit with and learn from Lodi growers and winemakers to understand the dynamic between viticulture and winemaking. Depending on the season, attendees will get their hands dirty in the vineyards.

• Dive into Bourgogne's Five Côtes, 2022

  • Join Bertrand Leulliette of Bertrand's Wines, who will be your tour guide on a trip showcasing five Côtes of Bourgogne, allowing you to get a better understanding of this dynamic region.  You will tour the appellations of Burgundy over five days - starting in the north with Chablis/Auxerrois, then the Côte de Nuits, the Côte de Beaune, the Côte Chalonnaise and the Mâconnais.

• CAB Camp Paso Robles, 2019 - 2022

  • Discover the most exciting up-and-coming U.S. wine region, Paso Robles. This program offers a deep dive into all that this incredible wine region has to offer.

• Clink Different - Experience the Wines of Europe, 2021

  • Experience the wines of Bordeaux and Germany. You might think these two regions are different but look more closely and you’ll discover fascinating parallels.  They share history, amazing landscapes, culture, culinary passions, and a modern outlook on the wine traditions of old. 

• Ventisquero: Exploring the Diversity of Chile's Vineyards, 2021

  • Join Felipe Tosso (Head Winemaker), Sergio Hormazabal (Head Viticulturist), and Catalina Brauchle, (Communications Director) of Ventisquero, along with Greg Van Wagner, creator of SommGeo as they take you on a tour of Chile's distinct wine regions.

• A Tale of Two Quintas: Exploring the DOC wines and Vintage Ports of the Roriz and Vesuvio Estates, 2021

  • Rupert Symington (CEO), and Charles Symington (Head Winemaker), both 4th generation Port producers, will host a comparative tasting of DOC wines and Ports from two of the Douro Valley's oldest Estates:  Quinta do Vesuvio and Quinta de Roriz.

• Dig Deep: Monterey AVA Geology Webinar with Brenna Quigley, 2020

  • Join renowned vineyard geologist, Brenna Quigley, five outstanding Monterey County vintners, and SommFoundation as we explore the varied terroirs and geology of the Monterey AVA.

• Consorzio Italia del Vino - Exploring Italy, 2019 - 2020

  • Join Consorzio Italia del Vino and SommFoundation as we explore Italy over four webinars. 

• Auction Napa Valley, 2017 - 2020

  • Since the Auction’s inception, the NVV has invested $195 million in Napa County nonprofit organizations through Auction Napa Valley proceeds. Each year, proceeds help 100,000 clients of more than 25 Napa County nonprofits, from American Canyon to Calistoga.

• Oregon Pinot Camp, 2014 - 2019

  • Fifty-two of Oregon’s top wineries join together for Oregon Pinot Camp (OPC), which takes place in and around the Willamette Valley, home to more than 300 wineries. Since its inception in 2000, OPC has built a reputation for being one of the most impactful, talked-about & sought-after events in the US wine industry.

• Wine Speak Paso Robles, 2019 - 2020

  • Wine Speak Paso Robles is a premier industry summit that brings sommeliers, wine industry leaders, and hospitality professionals together for an intimate educational journey.

• Bordeaux & Bordeaux Supérieur Association – Bordeaux Sup’s Sommeliers of the Year Competition, 2019

  • Bordeaux & Bordeaux Supérieur Association and SommFoundation invite you to apply for a scholarship to attend the Bordeaux Sup’s Sommeliers of the Year Masterclass and Competition.

• Somm Napa Valley, 2017, 2019

  • This program invites sommeliers from marquis restaurants to experience the best of Napa Valley. Attendees learn about the unique geography, geology and climate that give Napa Valley its distinctive terroir while also meeting the people and learning about the history behind the wine.

• Italia del Vino, 2016 - 2018

• A Glimpse Into Gallo, 2016 - 2018

• D.O. Rias Baixas, 2017 - 2018

• Napa Valley Vintners, 2014 - 2017

• Wines of Germany, 2012 - 2016

• Alto Adige/Südtirol, 2013, 2015, 2018

• Master Napa Valley, 2011, 2013, 2018

• Wines of Greece, 2011 - 2013

• Ruinart Challenge, 2011 - 2015

• Global Garnacha Summit, 2018

• Cru Artisan College, 2018

• Familia Zuccardi & Winesellers Ltd. Mendoza, 2018

• Vinho Verde, 2014, 2018

• Banfi Vintners Foundation, 2011 - 2015

• Banfi Vintners Foundation, 2018

• Wines of Israel, 2017

• Wines of Santorini, 2017

• Acumen Winery Somm Day, 2017

• St. Emilion-Pomerol-Fronsac, 2017

• D.O.C.G. Prosecco, 2016

• Chateau d’Esclans, Provence, 2016

• Gregory Thomas, Bordeaux, 2016

• Santa Barbara, 2015

• Cariñena, 2014 - 2015

• Beaujolais, 2015

• Burgundy, 2015

• St-Emilion-Fronsac-Pomerol, 2015

• Wines of South Africa, 2011 - 2014

• Wines of Alsace, 2014

• Switzerland, 2014

• Languedoc-Roussillon, 2011, 2014

• Bordeaux, 2011, 2014

• Provence, 2014

• Codorníu, 2014

• Wines of Australia, 2011, 2013

• Riesling Rendezvous, 2013

• Ribera del Duero, 2013

• Wines of Chile, 2013

• Codorníu, 2012 - 2013

• The Beautiful South- W.O.S.A., 2013

• Spire Summit, 2013

• Armagnac, 2012

• Wines of New Zealand, 2011

Thank you to the generous sponsors who made these scholarships available