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Chania Awards First Junior Sommelier Certificates in Wine Education Push

Friday, 10 July 2026/Source: Tornos News/1 min read

Chania's Chamber of Commerce has awarded the first "Junior Sommelier" certificates to graduates of its Genius Wine Step training program, marking a milestone in local wine education on the island. The program was developed to raise professional standards in Crete's hospitality and wine service sector. New scholarships have also been announced for industry professionals looking to continue their training. For visitors, this signals a growing investment in wine culture across Chania's restaurants and bars, where you can increasingly expect knowledgeable staff guiding you through Cretan varieties such as Vidiano, Kotsifali, and Mandilari. Chania's old town and harbor district offer numerous wine bars and tavernas where certified sommeliers may soon be on hand to help you discover local labels. No specific public tasting events were announced alongside this certification ceremony.

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