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SOMMELIER FACTORY

WINE SCHOOL

WINE COURSES | MASTERCLASSES | PRIVATE EVENTS
TORONTO
 

Welcome
to Sommelier Factory

Founded by Master Sommelier Bruce Wallner, Sommelier Factory is a Toronto wine school for anyone curious about wine, from enthusiastic beginners to aspiring professionals.

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Through exceptional wines, hands-on tastings and expert guidance, we make learning about wine as enjoyable as drinking it.

EXPLORE SOMMELIER FACTORY

Wine Courses

From Foundation to Certified Study, explore structured programmes design to deepen your wine knowledge.

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Masterclasses

Discover something new with our one-off masterclasses, exploring grape varieties, wine regions, tasting techniques and more.

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Private Events

Private wine experiences for team building, client entertaining and social gatherings.

WHAT'S ON AT SOMMELIER FACTORY

  • Foundation Program (6 weeks)
    Foundation Program (6 weeks)
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Jan 07
    Toronto, ON
    Jan 07, 2027, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    Toronto, ON
    Build a strong foundation in wine as you explore the world’s major wine regions and grape varieties, learning how to taste, recognise and appreciate what makes each wine unique.
  • CERTIFIED - Rest of the World 6:30PM
    CERTIFIED - Rest of the World 6:30PM
    Tue, Jan 19
    The Sommelier Factory
    Jan 19, 2027, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    The Sommelier Factory, Toronto, ON, Canada
    All the exciting regions outside of Europe - Explained and Tasted
  • NEXT LEVEL (3 weeks)
    NEXT LEVEL (3 weeks)
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Jan 20
    Toronto, ON
    Jan 20, 2027, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    Toronto, ON
    Take your wine knowledge to the Next Level.
  • CERTIFIED - Spirits and Cocktails 6:30PM
    CERTIFIED - Spirits and Cocktails 6:30PM
    Tue, Mar 02
    The Sommelier Factory
    Mar 02, 2027, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    The Sommelier Factory, Toronto, ON, Canada
    A closer focus on spirits and cocktails.
  • CERTIFIED - Beer and Sake 6:30PM
    CERTIFIED - Beer and Sake 6:30PM
    Tue, Mar 16
    The Sommelier Factory
    Mar 16, 2027, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    The Sommelier Factory, Toronto, ON, Canada
    A deep dive into beer and sake.

Don't see the course you're looking for?

​Our Foundation, Next Level and Certified programmes run regularly throughout the year. If there isn't an upcoming date listed, check back soon for new course dates.

WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY

Jennifer Huether

Master Sommelier

"The Sommelier Factory is changing the core of our industry by facilitating deeply committed professionals to improve their craft. It offers the most intense and focused sommelier education available in Canada."

Serge Janjic

Advanced Sommelier
Owner of Medovino Wine Imports

"The Somm Factory was absolutely crucial in my obtaining the Advanced Sommelier Certification from Court of Master Sommeliers."

John Szabo

Master Sommelier

"Bruce is one of the country’s leading wine educators, bringing deep international sommelier experience. Already in it’s existence, the “Factory” has been an instrumental resource for Toronto’s next generation of top-class sommeliers."

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