BMWine proudly becomes the Official Partner of the International Sommelier Guild (ISG) in Vietnam, bringing the internationally recognized sommelier education system - ISG Sommelier Vietnam - to the country’s F&B, Hospitality, and wine-enthusiast community.
This marks a significant milestone that enables Vietnam to access the world’s most reputable sommelier training standard, recognized in over 40 countries.
ISG – The World’s Leading Sommelier Education System
The International Sommelier Guild (ISG), founded in 1982 in North America, is a globally renowned wine education organization known for:
- - A unified, internationally standardized curriculum
- - The Hospitality-First philosophy
- - Certifications recognized across multiple countries
- - A training system present in more than 40 nations
- - Advanced academic content developed by the ISG Academic Council
- - Instruction available in 17+ languages, including Vietnamese
ISG is regarded as one of the most rigorous and comprehensive sommelier education systems in the world.
BMWine – Bringing ISG Sommelier Vietnam Officially to Vietnam
As a leading enterprise in wine importation, distribution, and wine education, BMWine is officially authorized to implement the full ISG program in Vietnam.
BMWine coordinates training, examinations, and certification in:
- - Ho Chi Minh City
- - Hanoi
- - Da Nang
As the Official Partner, BMWine is the sole representative delivering all three ISG professional levels:
1. IWC – Intermediate Wine Certificate
Foundational wine education covering wine basics, tasting technique, terroir, and fundamental service.
2. AWC – Advanced Wine Certificate
Advanced wine science, in-depth tasting, food & wine pairing, and beverage management.
3. SDP – Sommelier Diploma Program
The highest ISG professional level before ISG Degree programs, designed for career sommeliers seeking global standards.
Why ISG Sommelier Vietnam Is Different
1. Global Academic Excellence
A comprehensive, research-based curriculum consistent across all countries.
2. Hospitality-First Training Philosophy
Beyond wine knowledge, ISG develops full-service professionals skilled in:
- - Fine dining service
- - Guest interaction
- - Beverage program management
- - Professional hospitality conduct
3. Applied Training Model
Hands-on tasting sessions, service practice, case studies, and real restaurant–hotel scenarios.
Impact of ISG Sommelier Vietnam on Vietnam’s F&B Industry
The partnership between BMWine and ISG contributes to:
- - Standardizing sommelier training in Vietnam
- - Enhancing the quality of F&B and Hospitality talent
- - Expanding international career opportunities for learners
- - Building a scientific, globally aligned knowledge foundation
- - Positioning Vietnam as a future hub for professional wine education in the world.
BMWine – Official Partner of ISG Sommelier Vietnam
Shaping a new benchmark for wine education and hospitality excellence in Vietnam.