Local Wine Events

Event ID #293436

Event Details

This course is an introduction to wine and is perfect for beginners and those with a basic knowledge of wine.

1 day course - all day from 9.30 am-5.30 pm. The 1 day course is perfect for those who cannot commit to 4 evenings. The study booklet is mailed to you in advance of the course. We taste at least 18 wines during the day.

During the Foundation course you will learn about:

• the main types and styles of wine
• how to taste
• matching food and wine
• the characteristics of the classic grapes varieties
• how wine is made
• buying, cellaring and serving wine
• local wines

You will taste some fantastic wines and experiment with wine and food matching exercises. It's all in a fun and relaxed atmosphere with plenty of opportunities to ask questions.

The Foundation exam involves a multiple choice paper consisting of 30 questions and a portfolio of tasting notes (which we help you write). We have over a 95% pass rate! The exam takes place at the end of the 1 day course, and at the end of the last evening of the 4 week course. It usually takes about 30-45 minutes to complete.

It's an awesome course - over 75% of students continue to the Intermediate.

Starter kit: You will need to purchase a starter kit, consisting of 12 ISO tasting glasses and a carry bag ($45 plus tax), EXCEPT if you are registering for a 1 day Foundation course (for this course you do not need the starter kit - we will lend you some of our glasses for the day) or you already have purchased them from us. Everyone appreciates having their own professional wine tasting glasses so you can practice at home and then bring your own glasses to the course. You will be given the kit on the first day of the course and they are yours to keep.