The MICHELIN Guide Sommelier of the Year Set 750 ml

“The sommelier is an integral part of the service team, and their expertise lends a unique character to the restaurant of which they are part of,” said Nora Vass, director of food and travel experiences for Michelin North America. “In addition to a curated wine list, a wine pairing is a great opportunity for a diner to experience the sommelier's passion and collaboration with the chef more closely. The MICHELIN Guide was delighted to introduce the Sommelier of the Year Award in the United States this year.”

Jill Gubesch of Topolobampo (Chicago)

2018 Famille Perrin Les Sinards Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rhone Valley

“Super-approachable, loaded with dark cherry fruit and layered with sweet holiday spices, this wine works well with much of our cuisine—and is a fantastic pairing with savory red mole.”

Bill Jensen of Tail Up Goat (DC)

2018 Pascal et Alain Lorieux Theleme Chinon Loire Valley

Great wine pairings vary by season, Bill told us, but great Cabernet Franc always has a place. Rich, bright, red-fruited, and herbaceous, it goes perfectly with just about any red or white meat.

Matthew Luczy of Melisse (LA)

2017 Domaine de Terrebrune Bandol 

“Bandol delivers complex, soulful wines at prices that are long gone in other regions. The combination of baked, sappy fruit flavors and leathery, herbal charm is intriguing and versatile.”

Miguel de Leon of Pinch Chinese (NY)

2020 Rudi Pichler Gruner Veltliner Terrassen Smaragd Wachau 

“I love Gruner’s expressive character and deftness in handling 'difficult' foods, like asparagus and other green vegetables, spicy chili heat, and rich, fatty meats.”

Charlotte Randolph of Californios (SF)

2017 Fort Ross Pinot Noir Fort Ross Vineyard Fort Ross-Seaview Sonoma Coast 

“I love a seaside Pinot Noir like this, with bright red fruit, luscious black currant, and minerality,” Charlotte said. “It makes me excited to explore the wines made in my own backyard.”

Vanessa Conlin, MW of Wine Access

NV M. Brugnon Selection Brut Rosé Champagne

“I had a blast flying around the country celebrating with these somms. Every celebration needs Champagne, and I thought Brugnon’s mouthwatering Rosé was the perfect choice.”