Sommelier Core Wine Course
The Core Wine Course provides a comprehensive wine education experience combining our Foundation and Intermediate programs into a week of intensive learning. By enrolling in this course, students gain a complete wine education and enjoy significant cost savings compared to taking the Foundation and Intermediate programs individually.
Course Highlights
- Master the techniques and knowledge necessary to become exceptional wine tasters in the Foundation portion of the program.
- Develop the ability to identify major wine varietals in blind tastings, a remarkable accomplishment for wine professionals.
- Explore the intricate world of wine in the Intermediate section, delving into various wine styles, climates, and varietals from major wine-producing countries.
- Suitable for individuals pursuing sommelier qualifications, aspiring winemakers, and wine enthusiasts seeking to enhance their knowledge.
- Earn your sommelier pin from the National Wine School in a single week.
Schedule of Core Classes
Week One
- Section #1 Introduction to Wine Regions
- Section #2 Intro to Sensory Wine Tasting
Week Two
- Section #1 France
- Section #2 White Varietal Components
Week Three
- Section #1 North American Wines
- Section #2 Red Varietal Components
Week Four
- Section #1 Australia
- Section #2 Old World vs New World
Week Five
- Section #1 Italy
- Section #2 Varietal Fingerprint Lab
Week Six
- Section #1 Spain & Portugal
- Section #2 Winemaking 101
Week Seven
- Section #1 South America
- Section #2 Blind Tasting Class
Week Eight
- Section #1 Regional In-Class Exam
- Section #2 Tasting In-Class Exam
Location: Philadelphia
Prerequisites: None
Certifications and Recognition
- The Core Wine Course offers Level III certification, nationally recognized and conferred by the National Wine School (NWS).
- NWS certifications are equivalent to qualifications from other prestigious organizations, such as the Court of Master Sommeliers and the Wine & Spirit Education Trust.
- Upon course completion, students receive the Level III Sommelier Pin, embodying their professional expertise.
