Welcome to VanSomm, the virtual home of my journey as a Sommelier with a wanderlust for exploring the world’s most illustrious vineyards.
My name is Kevin, and I’ve transformed my passion for wine into a professional and personal quest that drives me daily. With a robust background in the hospitality industry and a deep-seated love for all things vinous, I attained my certification as a Sommelier from the Court of Master Sommeliers Americas. This milestone was not only a professional achievement but also a launching pad for my current adventure: to pass the Advanced Sommelier exam and become an Advanced Sommelier.
Wine, for me, is more than just a beverage; it’s a narrative of the land, the climate, and the culture from which it originates. It’s this narrative that I seek to explore and share as I travel the world in my van. My journey is not just about tasting wines but about understanding the stories behind them, meeting the people who craft them, and experiencing the rich tapestries of local traditions that influence each bottle.
Through VanSomm.com, I invite you to join me as I traverse rolling vineyards across the globe—from the sun-drenched vineyards of Napa Valley to the historic chateaus of Bordeaux and beyond. My mission is to bridge cultures through the universal language of wine and to bring those stories and experiences back to you through this platform.
A significant part of my journey involves preparing for the Advanced Sommelier exam. I will share my study techniques, insights, and experiences as I delve deeper into the world of wine. I aim to use AI, higher learning techniques, and memory palace methods to master the extensive knowledge required for the exam, and I hope to inspire and guide others pursuing similar goals.
Looking ahead, I plan to visit renowned wine regions and uncover hidden gems in lesser-known locales, bringing their stories and wines into the spotlight. Each vineyard visit, wine tasting, and local interaction enriches my understanding of this complex and beautiful industry, and I can’t wait to share these discoveries with you.
Thank you for visiting VanSomm. Let’s embark on this vinous journey together, one glass at a time, as I strive to become an Advanced Sommelier!