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Introduction to Wine Five Week Course
Introduction to Wine Five Week Course
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Introduction to Wine Course - 5 Week Course
Our 5 week Introduction to Wine Course has been rated Melbourne's best.
Where: In the Cellars at Armadale Cellars
Time: From 6.30 to 8.30 for five consecutive weeks
Investment: $259
Join us as we learn and taste across all facets of wine appreciation including a week each focusing on Champagne & Sparkling Wines, White, Red, Sweet & Fortified Wines and Ageing.
This interactive wine course covers a broad range of wine topics directly related to the process of winemaking from vine to bottle to table. Learn the subtleties and nuances of the different styles.
Each week features a structured tasting of a themed selection of wines to give participants an understanding of grape variety, region, viticulture and winemaking practices and their impact on price, quality and ageworthiness.
Course Outline
Week 1: Sensory Evaluation, Palate Construction and Sparkling Wines and Champagne
Week 2: Vineyard to Winery / White Wines
Week 3: Winemaking Processes & External Winemaking Practices / Red Wines
Week 4: Dessert /Fortified Wines / Regions & Varieties
Week 5: Aged Wines / The Synergy of Wine and Food / The Art of Wine Purchasing and Cellaring
On Week 5, the group visits a local restaurant where a wide range of styles are looked at with food. The cost of the meal is $50, payable direct to the restaurant on the evening.
- Learn how to taste across all facets of wine appreciation
- Learn how to understand the process of wine making from vine to bottle
- Learn how to analyse the subtleties and nuances of the different styles
- A greater appreciation for wine and excellent tasting opportunities
- A willing palate and thirst for knowledge!
Smart casual attire
All wine lovers
1. There are no refunds for Courses & Events.
2. If you are unable to attend an event or course at/with Armadale Cellars you must inform us (at a minimum) 1 full week (7 days) prior in writing/email and we can transfer you to another course or event. After that, it is your responsibility to fill the spot with a friend, family or anyone you deem to substitute for you, otherwise seat/booking lapses .
3. No transfers will be given within 1 week of the course/event start date.
4. Public transport is best way to get to events/courses and if driving we request that all participants park on High Street (where there are no parking restrictions after 6.30pm).
5. Gift certificate/bookings valid within 36 months of purchase. Certificates/bookings are not redeemable for cash or wine, nor refundable.
1. There are no refunds for Courses & Events.
2. If you are unable to attend an event or course at/with Armadale Cellars you must inform us (at a minimum) 1 full week (7 days) prior in writing/email and we can transfer you to another course or event. After that, it is your responsibility to fill the spot with a friend, family or anyone you deem to substitute for you, otherwise seat/booking lapses .
3. No transfers will be given within 1 week of the course/event start date.
4. Public transport is best way to get to events/courses and if driving we request that all participants park on High Street (where there are no parking restrictions after 6.30pm).
5. Gift certificate/bookings valid within 36 months of purchase. Certificates/bookings are not redeemable for cash or wine, nor refundable.
08 April 2021 • Introduction to Wine Five Week Course
Great experience!
21 March 2021 • Introduction to Wine Five Week Course
The passion of the tutors is clear. Meredith Stone and Michael Saunders were the best presenters, so knowledgable but respectful of the level of the people they were presenting to. The course is structured in a way that includes a lot of blind tasting which if you have experience of the vartials it is great but does not help establish a base knowledge of these. This would be best aimed for someone who has existing knowledge. A small amount of nibbles would be nice to be included, even a simple bread the timing of the course means coming straight for work and many of the session ran late meaning food options afterwards were limited.
04 March 2021 • Introduction to Wine Five Week Course
As wine lovers, my partner and I have really enjoyed the Introduction to Wine course. We have learned so much about wine and have tried wines we never would have had an opportunity to taste. Even if you already think you know a bit about wine, this course is great because it fills in the gaps and gives you a greater appreciation for what you are drinking :) highly recommended!