Millesima USA LLC opened in 2006, with the mission of becoming a destination retailer which provides consumers with expertly selected fine wines, authoritative content, and a seamless shopping experience. In 1993, Roger Bohmrich became one of the first Americans to pass the Master of Wine* ("MW") examination. For 10 years he dedicated himself to the MW cause, first as Education Coordinator of the North American educational program. He also served as Chairman of the No. American Advisory Board, leading the formation of the non-profit Institute of Masters of Wine (No. America), where he served three terms as its first President.