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Tasting Panel October 2010

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THE MESSAGE Whether THE TASTING PANEL goes to the brand execs or the brands call us, there is an abundance of news to report, from the latest releases to behind-the-scenes experiences with some of the world’s most infl uential importers, winemakers, distillers . . . well, you name it. Brief Encounters We may not have enough pages in each issue to devote as much attention as we would like to each person whose path we cross, but please note that if it’s in the publication, we deem it noteworthy —Meridith May, Publisher & Executive Editor Degree of Separation M ichael Shearin, Head Beverage Director and Sommelier at Los Angeles dining destination Drago Centro, was one of 11 somms to pass the Court of Master Sommeliers’ Advanced Exam after fi ve days of intense lectures and exams at the Midwest Culinary Institute at Cincinnati State University. He is the only participant from California and is now one step away from the Master Sommelier title, pending his passing of the fi nal series of tests. He does intend to pursue the Master Sommelier test, but says, “The next level is ridiculously challenging. I’ll try and pass through, but obviously right now I’m riding a high of passing the Advanced. You need to put in a lot of work.” Right now I’m riding a high of passing the Advanced. You need to put in a lot of work.” Michael Shearin. 16 / the tasting panel / october 2010 PHOTO: DAVID GADD

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