Wine courses and tastings in Languedoc, south France

LEVEL 2: Intermediate Certificate

This course offers a broad study of the world of wine and spirits. It provides a vocational qualification to those with some previous knowledge of wine but who need a reasonable professional level to support their job requirements. It is also recommended for those people with a serious interest in wine. Available as a daytime course ( 3 consecutive days) or as a weekly day release course. Content WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Grape growing and winemaking Chardonnay and Pinot Noir Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc Syrah, Grenache and Riesling Italy, Spain and Portugal Fortified wines, spirits and Liqueurs Up to 50 wines to be tasted on the course Multiple Choice Exam 50 questions Course fee included samples, tuition, text book, examination and course notes. PLEASE NOTE : The course 04 - 06 November 2011 will be held at Kleine Marie, Stellenbosch South Africa. Price per person Rand : 4895 Closing date for registrations 10th October 2011

Price:	€490 + TVA
Duration:	3 days
Time:
	December 07 - December 09 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)
	February 01 - February 03 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)
	March 26 - March 28 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)
	April 02 - April 04 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)

LEVEL 2: Intermediate Certificate

This course offers a broad study of the world of wine and spirits. It provides a vocational qualification to those with some previous knowledge of wine but who need a reasonable professional level to support their job requirements. It is also recommended for those people with a serious interest in wine. Available as a daytime course ( 3 consecutive days) or as a weekly day release course. Content WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Grape growing and winemaking Chardonnay and Pinot Noir Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc Syrah, Grenache and Riesling Italy, Spain and Portugal Fortified wines, spirits and Liqueurs Up to 50 wines to be tasted on the course Multiple Choice Exam 50 questions Course fee included samples, tuition, text book, examination and course notes. PLEASE NOTE : The course 04 - 06 November 2011 will be held at Kleine Marie, Stellenbosch South Africa. Price per person Rand : 4895 Closing date for registrations 10th October 2011

Price:	€490 + TVA
Duration:	3 days
Time:
	December 07 - December 09 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)
	February 01 - February 03 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)
	March 26 - March 28 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)
	April 02 - April 04 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)

LEVEL 2: Intermediate Certificate

This course offers a broad study of the world of wine and spirits. It provides a vocational qualification to those with some previous knowledge of wine but who need a reasonable professional level to support their job requirements. It is also recommended for those people with a serious interest in wine. Available as a daytime course ( 3 consecutive days) or as a weekly day release course. Content WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Grape growing and winemaking Chardonnay and Pinot Noir Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc Syrah, Grenache and Riesling Italy, Spain and Portugal Fortified wines, spirits and Liqueurs Up to 50 wines to be tasted on the course Multiple Choice Exam 50 questions Course fee included samples, tuition, text book, examination and course notes. PLEASE NOTE : The course 04 - 06 November 2011 will be held at Kleine Marie, Stellenbosch South Africa. Price per person Rand : 4895 Closing date for registrations 10th October 2011

Price:	€490 + TVA
Duration:	3 days
Time:
	December 07 - December 09 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)
	February 01 - February 03 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)
	March 26 - March 28 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)
	April 02 - April 04 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)

Vineyard Vist and Tour of the South of France Tasting

Visit a working winery; learn how grapes are converted into wine. Take a guided tour of the vines, explore the winery, and understand the complexities of the winemaking process before tasting your way around the major “Appellations” of the Languedoc/Roussillon. Discover the full spectrum of the wine world in one region. A one hour visit to the vineyard and winery followed by a 2 hour tutored tasting of 8 wines by Matthew Stubbs MW. This session is ideal for those who would like to study the region’s wines in more detail. By the end of the session, participants will have a basic knowledge of wine tasting, an overview of the region and an insight into why it is the most exciting wine region in the world. So much wine and so little time.

Price:	€40
Duration:	Three hours
Time:
	January 12 (10:00AM - 1:00PM)
	February 10 (10:00AM - 1:00PM)
	April 11 (10:00AM - 1:00PM)
	May 03 (10:00AM - 1:00PM)

LEVEL 3: Advanced Certificate

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the principal wines and spirits of the world and their commercial importance in the global market. It builds on the knowledge gained in the Level 2 Intermediate Certificate and provides an in-depth study of the main wine regions and a more detailed analytical approach to wine tasting. Ideal for the experienced wine professional or the serious wine enthusiast. Content WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Viticulture and Vinification Bordeaux and South West France Burgundy and Alsace Loire, Rhone and South of France Germany, Austria, Hungary, UK Italy Spain and Portugal Eastern Europe, New Zealand and South Africa North and South America Australia Fortified Wines Sparkling Wines Spirits, Liqueurs Exam - Multiple Choice 50 questions, 5 short written answers and blind tasting of two wines Up to 90 wines tasted during the course Course fee includes samples, tuition, textbook, examination and course notes.

Price:	€880 + TVA
Duration:	5 days
Time:
	February 27 - March 02 (8:00AM - 5:00PM)
	May 14 - May 18 (9:00AM - 5:00PM)

LEVEL 3: Advanced Certificate

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the principal wines and spirits of the world and their commercial importance in the global market. It builds on the knowledge gained in the Level 2 Intermediate Certificate and provides an in-depth study of the main wine regions and a more detailed analytical approach to wine tasting. Ideal for the experienced wine professional or the serious wine enthusiast. Content WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Viticulture and Vinification Bordeaux and South West France Burgundy and Alsace Loire, Rhone and South of France Germany, Austria, Hungary, UK Italy Spain and Portugal Eastern Europe, New Zealand and South Africa North and South America Australia Fortified Wines Sparkling Wines Spirits, Liqueurs Exam - Multiple Choice 50 questions, 5 short written answers and blind tasting of two wines Up to 90 wines tasted during the course Course fee includes samples, tuition, textbook, examination and course notes.

Price:	€880 + TVA
Duration:	5 days
Time:
	February 27 - March 02 (8:00AM - 5:00PM)
	May 14 - May 18 (9:00AM - 5:00PM)

LEVEL 3: Advanced Certificate

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the principal wines and spirits of the world and their commercial importance in the global market. It builds on the knowledge gained in the Level 2 Intermediate Certificate and provides an in-depth study of the main wine regions and a more detailed analytical approach to wine tasting. Ideal for the experienced wine professional or the serious wine enthusiast. Content WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Viticulture and Vinification Bordeaux and South West France Burgundy and Alsace Loire, Rhone and South of France Germany, Austria, Hungary, UK Italy Spain and Portugal Eastern Europe, New Zealand and South Africa North and South America Australia Fortified Wines Sparkling Wines Spirits, Liqueurs Exam - Multiple Choice 50 questions, 5 short written answers and blind tasting of two wines Up to 90 wines tasted during the course Course fee includes samples, tuition, textbook, examination and course notes.

Price:	€880 + TVA
Duration:	5 days
Time:
	February 27 - March 02 (8:00AM - 5:00PM)
	May 14 - May 18 (9:00AM - 5:00PM)