Masters of Wine

[Tari Di Bello]

I would like information on this exclusive group of people for an article I am writing. What is the history of the group? What does membership entail? How many members are there? How many wana be's don't make the grade each year? Once you earn the title of Wine Master, can it be taken away? Do members take refresher courses or are they ever re-tested on their wine knowledge in order to retain their status as a Master of Wine? Why would anyone need or want all this wine knowledge in their head? Do you get paid for storage? Just kidding. Thanks for any information in advance. These people are pretty amazing, I've been searching for info with no luck - then remembered this great site!