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Introduction to Wine Course - 5 Week Course
Our 5 week Introduction to Wine Course has been rated Melbourne's best.
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 one of Melbourne's best restaurants where a wide range of styles are looked at with food. The cost of the meal is $99, payable by cash to us on week 4.
You will learn
- 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
You will get
- A greater appreciation for wine and excellent tasting opportunities
Appropriate for
All wine lovers
What to bring
- A willing palate and thirst for knowledge!
What to wear
Smart casual attire
Armadale Cellars
1405 reviewsArmadale Cellars is about providing you with a memorable experience. Their courses in Melbourne are legendary for information, cutting edge wines and an awesome social atmosphere. Armadale Cellars has been a wine educator for over 25 years.
As one of Melbourne's leading independant retailer, Armadale Cellars team is led by Roseworthy graduate Phil Hude who is renowned for his no-nonsense and no-compromise attitude to wine as well as securing some of the leading figures in Australia wine industry to help present his informative and fun-filled courses and special events.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a transfer or credit note.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A transfer can be requested 7 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
Terms & Conditions
- Strict 7 days cancellation policy – unless otherwise specified within the “Booking Notes” of your event. Wine Scholar Guild courses overwrite the 7 day policy to a strict 30 day policy.
- Gift vouchers for Armadale Cellars' events purchased through WeTeachMe are only redeemable for courses and events, and cannot be redeemed for purchases in store at Armadale Cellars.
- If you are unable to attend an event or course at/with Armadale Cellars you must inform us at least 7 days prior in writing or via email and we can offer to transfer you to another course or event. No transfers will be offered if cancelling within 1 week of the course or event date. After that, it is your responsibility to fill the spot with a friend or family member, otherwise seat/booking lapses.
- Public transport, taxis or rideshare services are the best way to get to and from our events and courses. We are a 7 minute walk from Armadale train station and the route 6 tram is right outside our front door.
- Parking:
For events at our cellar, we request that all participants park on High Street, where there are no parking restrictions from 6.30pm.
For external events, please check parking prior or contact us if unsure. - Gift certificate/bookings valid within 36 months of purchase. Gift vouchers/bookings are not redeemable for cash or wine, nor refundable.
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