It does not take a special talent to open a bottle of wine but a wine steward is expected to know all about the bottle and how it was made. A wine steward in Gauteng needs to be a wine lover, interested in the wine making process and all other elements of viticulture.
Wine stewards should have knowledge of the following:
- Vineyards;
- Wine regions;
- Grapes;
- Vintages;
- Wine pairing;
- Matching wines to dishes;
- Wine cellars; and
- Wine storage.
Wine stewards oversee the wine list and any additions to it. Wine selection, wine pouring and wine selling are all part of the wine steward’s job. A sommelier should be able to choose the correct glasses, describe the wine, check its label and guide the diner into smelling and tasting the wine.
To be a wine steward does require some form of qualification, usually a certificate from a sommelier organisation. Some travel and vineyard experience is also recommended.
Need a wine steward in Gauteng?
Hiring a freelance wine steward in Gauteng can add cachet to an event and they can be sourced from event staffing companies. Contact Vine Hospitality to hire a wine steward for your next event!
