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Ep. 2774 Mastering Wine Exams: Preparation, Pressure & the MW Journey with Chris Martin MW | TEXSOM 2026

Welcome to Episode 2774 of the Italian Wine Podcast in which Jessica Dupuy interviews Chris Martin MW at TEXSOM 2026.

Chris is Director of Education at the Wine Scholar Guild. He judges regularly in international wine competitions, hosts masterclasses at trade shows and teaches regularly. In this episode, Jessica and Chris discuss his MW journey, the realities of preparing for demanding wine exams, and how to manage pressure and tension on exam day. They also reflect on the role of TEXSOM in wine education and professional development.

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