Sid Patel, founder of Beverage Trade Network chatted with the world’s leading sommeliers and asked them what is the most important skill required to be a top sommelier.

Here are their responses that will help wine brands and producers tailor their offerings and serve the needs of sommeliers in a better way.

Suzaan Hauptfleisch, who runs one of New York’s best places to drink South African wine, has battled through Covid-19 - so far.