The World’s Best Champagne Sommelier Championship in association with Liebherr

Thursday 1. April - Saturday 3. April 2027

Hanzas Perons & other venues, Rīga

Join us in Riga, Latvia (April 1–3, 2027) for the inaugural World’s Best Champagne Sommelier Championship during Riga Wine & Champagne festival!

WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL?

The inaugural World’s Best Champagne Sommelier Championship (WBCS) is a groundbreaking, two-day event that crowns the World’s Best Champagne Sommelier - the world’s ultimate Champagne expert!

However, this isn’t just another closed-door sommelier concours. For the first time on this scale, everyday champagne lovers can step out of the audience to test their own knowledge alongside world-class sommeliers and industry celebrities.

The Champagne Lover Field (Cap: 100 Enthusiasts)

Open to champagne lovers, writers, bloggers, and passionate fans looking to put their palates to the test!

How It Works: First come, first served - registration closes the moment we hit 100 participants!

Entry Fee: €499. An all-access pass to the Championship tests, tastings, lunches and/or dinners, exceptional champagnes, entry to Bubble Parade, all while rubbing shoulders with world-class Champagne celebrities. (Partial or full waivers available for students, educators, and key Champagne advocates).

WHO PAYS FOR WHAT?

Tastings & Official Events: All Championship tasting sessions, public showcases, and official competition events are fully included with your entry pass. Please note that other festival dinners are not included.

Accommodation & Travel: Participants cover their own travel, ground transport, and hotel.

Partner Hotel Rates: International participants get full access to our special reduced event rates at the official partner hotel located right near all the action.

THE PROGRAMME

Day 1: Foreplay | Friday, April 2, 2027
Theory Test, Wine List Optimization, and Blind Tasting & Identification. The same core modules as the Pros, while the Champagne Lovers get to skip the service tasks!

Day 2: Champagne time @ BUBBLE PARADE | Saturday, April 3, 2027
The Top 10 Champagne Lover finalists will step into the spotlight for their own specially designed, interactive public challenges!

PRIZES

Champion Lover (1st Place): A special Jeroboam of Champagne + Champion trophy.
2nd & 3rd Place: A special Magnum of Champagne each.
Top 100 Recognition: Every amateur participant receives a commemorative participation medal and official certificate confirming their global rank among the Top 100 Champagne lovers in the world!

Tickets

The Champagne Lover Field

499.00 €

Contacts

Email address Please double-check your address before continuing.

Phone number For contacting you regarding your purchase if needed.

First name

Last name

Date of Birth

Must be of legal drinking age

Country of Residence

Nationality

Social Media Handle(s) / Website

What is your connection to Champagne?

Enthusiast / Advanced Consumer

Writer / Blogger

Educator / Student

Other

Other:

Answer if pressed 'Other' in the previous answer (What is your connection to Champagne?)

What is your day job / profession?

Tell us about your passion! What is your most memorable Champagne experience?

Max 100 words - show us your spark!

Fee Waiver

I am a student/educator/advocate and wish to apply for a fee waiver. (If checked, please briefly explain your contribution to the Champagne world below):

The standard entry fee is €499. Partial or full waivers are available for students, educators, and key advocates. To apply before purchasing, email [email protected] and we'll send you a code to use under "Have a code or gift card?".

Reason for waiver

Dietary Requirements / Allergies

Crucial for the Gastronomy Challenge and official meals

Availability

I confirm I am available to be in Riga, Latvia from April 1 to April 3, 2027. *

Logistics Acknowledgement

I understand that unless a waiver is granted, I am responsible for booking and covering my own travel and accommodation (special rates at the official partner hotel will be provided). *

Media & Showmanship Release

The WBCS is a high-energy, public event! I consent to being filmed, photographed, and taking part in live stage challenges in front of an audience. I also agree to let the organizers use my moments on camera to promote next year's Championship and future events! *

Rules & Regulations

I agree to the official Championship rules and understand the Jury’s selection decisions are final. *

Read the official Championship rules: https://bestchampagnesommelier.com/rules

Payment method

Banks and credit cards

Invoice and bank transfer

I have read and agree to terms of service *

Hanzas Perons & other venues • Hanzas iela 16A, 1045 Rīga, Latvia

Directions

Google Map of Hanzas iela 16A, 1045 Rīga, Latvia

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