Embark on a captivating journey into the realm of wine with our extensive education programs.
Whether you're a beginner or seeking advanced tastings, our Educator will lead you through the intricacies of grape varieties, terroir and tasting techniques.
Ideal for individuals or groups looking to broaden their understanding of wine.

​SOCIETY OF WINE EDUCATORS (SWE)

All exams are available online with in-person/remote sessions to supplement individual study.
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Hospitality Beverage Specialist Certificate 
A great introductory course for hospitality and distribution teams covering wine, spirits, sake, cider, beer, coffee, tea, and more! A preliminary course before embarking on the Certified Specialist of Spirits or Wine.
Certified Specialist of Spirits
Focused on spirits made from different raw materials, fermentation, distillation and the options available post-fermentation.
Certified Specialist of Wine
A comprehensive program covering Wines of the World, focusing on Geography, Grape Varieties, Viticulture, Winemaking, Wine Laws and Sales/Marketing.

WINE AND SPIRIT EDUCATION TRUST (WSET) & WINE SCHOLAR GUILD (WSG)

Register for WSET & WSG Courses using the links below and benefit from a 5-10% discount with:
Napa Valley Wine Academy
Wine Scholar Guild

UNDERSTANDING SPARKLING WINES

Pop open the world of bubbly with this 1-Day course.
You will discover the winemaking processes involved in making sparkling wines, the different types of sparkling wines, grapes used in the winemaking process and the countries of origin.
You can expect to taste sparkling wines made using the following winemaking processes:
1. Méthode champenoise featuring Veuve Clicquot or other
2. Charmat method featuring Toni Doro, Montesel or other
3. Asti method
4. Carbonation
This course is fun, interactive and great for wine enthusiasts and professionals alike.
Cost: USD$175

INTRODUCTION TO THE WORLD OF WINE

This course provides a holistic overview of the Wine industry.
Expect the following topics to be covered in 2 days:
1. Wine Basics
Introduction of the fundamental concepts of wine, including its definition, key varietals and winemaking.

2. Geography
Dive into the geography of wine regions. Understand the concept of terroir and how it influences the taste of wines from different areas.

3. Systematic Approach to Tasting wine
Incorporating your sensory experiences by encouraging smell, taste, and visual observation of different wines to develop your palate. Explore various grape varieties, regions, styles and how to identify aromas, flavors, and characteristics unique to each wine.

4. Wine & Food Pairing
Understand the basic principles of the synergy between different profiles in food that pair with wine and enhance your ability to make informed choices.

5. Guest Speakers
Learn from experts in the wine industry to get real-world insights and to enhance the educational experience.

6. Wine Industry Insights
 Discuss economic aspects, marketing strategies, and trends in the wine industry to gain a holistic view of the subject.

7. Project Assessment
Apply your knowledge by organizing a wine tasting event utilizing all the topics you have learned.

8. Final Presentation
Conclude this course by executing your wine tasting presentation to the group.
Cost: USD$225 (includes wines for tasting)

WINE SELLING TECHNIQUES

A course tailored for individuals involved in selling wines.
Develop your wine sales skills to close deals, strengthen relationships and build your rapport.
This intense 1-Day course is great for anyone in Distribution and Retail.
Cost: USD$100

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