Cork-Sniffing Conspiracy

As a junior sommelier at Le Vigne restaurant, you've stumbled upon damning evidence that Master Sommelier Victoria Chen has been accepting €5000 bribes to pass failing candidates. With your own certification exam in two days, she's called you into her private wine cellar for a 'special tasting' that feels more like a threat.

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B1-B2

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Scenario Overview

Your Role

Junior Sommelier & Certification Candidate

Conversation Partner

Master Sommelier Victoria Chen

Setting

Private wine cellar, dimly lit by vintage brass sconces, surrounded by thousands of bottles worth millions

Location

Le Vigne Restaurant, Underground Level

Learning Objectives

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Gather concrete evidence of certification fraud without revealing your knowledge

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Navigate the conversation without accepting complicity in the scheme

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Secure your career future without compromising ethics

About This Scenario

How It Starts

“Ah, there you are. I've just opened this '82 Latour... *swirls glass* Interesting how some wines age gracefully while others... turn to vinegar. Shall we discuss your upcoming examination?”

This is how Master Sommelier Victoria Chen's greeting will start.

Practice Details

Scenario ID

#228

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