Winnie Chen on the daily discipline needed to be a Master Sommelier

“This journey isn’t just testing my wine knowledge; it’s testing my resilience, focus, and commitment. But I know that if I want to reach this level, there are no shortcuts. Just daily discipline, one step at a time.” In a new series of articles interviewing sommeliers who have gone on to become Master Sommeliers, we focus on individuals who have made the grade whilst forging successful careers in the competitive world of fine dining across South East Asia. First up The Buyer talks to Winnie Chen about the dedication, focus, and long hours it has taken to reach the top of the sommelier field whilst also managing over 30 different restaurant and bar venues across the Grand Lisboa Palace Resort in Macau, China.

Originally published by www.the-buyer.net at 2026-02-09 00:00:00