Association de la Sommellerie International joins Wine in Moderation

Wine in Moderation is pleased to announce that the Association de la Sommellerie Internationale (ASI) joins the movement as an Associated Partner endorsing the social sustainability movement of the wine sector

Wine in Moderation and the Association de la Sommellerie Internationale will work together to raise knowledge on wine, responsible drinking, and healthy lifestyles within the wine sector. Bringing together the national sommelier associations from over 60 countries, the new partnership with ASI will increase the reach of the Wine in Moderation message among wine professionals all over the world.

Sandro Sartor, President of the WiM Association, said: “Partnerships are key for Wine in Moderation, they support the development of the programme and the dissemination of its message across the wine value chain. We are extremely happy to bid welcome to Association de la Sommellerie Internationale that will strengthen the reach of the Wine in Moderation message among its members around the world and we look forward to working together to empower professionals on moderate and responsible drinking.”

William Wouters, President of ASI also commented: “The Association de la Sommellerie Internationale (ASI) is fully committed to providing sommeliers around the world with the necessary education and tools to advance in their profession, defend its ethics and become a reference for consumers. We are positive that the partnership with Wine in Moderation will provide further support and guidance to work closely with our members to encourage the responsible and moderate consumption of wine. I encourage our member countries to actively participate in this partnership and ensure their programs and communications also promote responsible consumption.”

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