Sommelier
Tom Ieven
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Portrait of Tom Ieven
i. Biography
Gault & Millau named Tom Ieven Sommelier of the Year in 2021. He served as Head Sommelier at Hof van Cleve in Kruisem from 2019 to 2023, and he is a Weinakademiker.
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Training at Antwerp gave Tom Ieven the baseline for a career built on exacting service and close attention to taste. From there, he moved through sommelier roles at Cosy gastronomic restaurant in Antwerp and Restaurant Zilte before taking on the Head Sommelier position at Hof van Cleve from 2019 to 2023.
Where They Are Now
As a Weinakademiker, Tom Ieven has also worked on a Champagne and cheese service concept, a piece of practical service design that sits alongside his wine work.
Honors
Tom's honors include Sommelier of the Year (2021) and Best Sommelier of Belgium (2018).
FAQ
Asked of Tom
What is Tom Ieven's current role?
As of 2026, Tom Ieven is Restaurant and Wine Director of Maison Colette.
Where did Tom Ieven train or study?
Tom Ieven trained at Antwerp.
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