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Become a Certified Specialist of Wine

Classes begin in Temecula – Tuesday, April 13th

6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Learn the fundamentals of Viticulture, Grape Varieties, Wine Production, Wine Regions and Wine Appreciation.

The Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) issued by the  Society of Wine Educators recognizes a high standard of academic wine knowledge and the mastery of key elements within the world of wine and vine as determined by a team of wine industry educators.  Information is presented in a comprehensive, practical format and is designed to help participants gain a greater understanding of the complex world of wine.

• These credentials are a valuable and widely respected mark of a wine professional’s commitment to personal career development and ultimately to the wine industry as a whole.
• Individuals that receive professional certification raise the standard of proficiency in the wine arena and assist the industry by elevating the knowledge base of everyone with whom they come in contact.
• Professional certification encourages an industry to build upon itself by fostering an environment where individuals can pursue excellence and achieve subject mastery.

Intensive 12 week course begins Tuesday, April 13th and runs 3 hours per week. Tuition is $1200 – and includes books, tasting wines and the exam on June 29th. Must be at least 21. Classes held at:

The Collective

28544 Front Street, Suite 101 and 201
Temecula, CA 92590

Call 619-244-4224 or email sommelierguild@cs.com for more info.

Taught by certified sommelier Charrie Foglio CSW, Wine Instructor for the San Diego Culinary Institute.