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Learn what sommeliers actually do, how they train, and how to get the most from their expertise – from the team behind the Coravin Guide.
Sommelier Stories
Beyond the Glass
Step into the world of sommeliers – the thinkers, tasters, and storytellers behind every exceptional wine by-the-glass experience. In Beyond the Glass conversation series, we share their personal journeys, philosophies, and the moments that shaped their craft.
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101 Best Wine Bars in London Serving Wine By the Glass
Discover 101 of London’s best venues for wine by the glass – from Mayfair Champagne to Marylebone Burgundy and Hackney naturals. Curated by Coravin Guide for 2026.
10 of the Best Champagne Bars in Berlin (2026)
Berlin drinks Champagne on its own terms – curious, unstuffy and always by the glass. From sleek Mitte dining rooms to relaxed neighbourhood wine bars, these are the best places...
22 Best Places to Drink Champagne By the Glass in Paris (2026 Guide)
Hide map Tap a pin to open the venue. Gold pins are 3 Glass venues. Champagne is Paris's native celebration, and there is no finer way to drink it than...
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