Level I - Wine Foundation

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Start your wine education journey with our remarkable team of Sommeliers.

Focus will be on wine structure, wine evaluation and the major grapes of the world.

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6 week program:  12:00pm or 6:30pm sessions.

​Cost: $580(+hst) - Email sommelierfactory@gmail.com to register.

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Upcoming Programs in Toronto:​

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• Thursday, September 7th, 2023  -->                                                   Class Full

• Thursday, October 19th, 2023     -->           12:00pm:  8 Seats Remaining     6:30pm:   7 Seats Remaining

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Upcoming Programs in OAKVILLE:​

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• Wednesday, September 20th, 2023  -->         2:00pm:   4 Seats Remaining    6:30pm:   5 Seats Remaining

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Upcoming Programs in the JUNCTION:​

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• Thursday, September 28th, 2023       -->          12:00pm:   6 Seats Remaining    6:30pm:   3 Seats Remaining

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This program will give wine enthusiasts a great base knowledge towards understanding wine. We will guide you through the major wine regions and grapes of the world. Understanding how to taste these wines and what to look for when tasting specific grape varieties will be a focus in every class.

 

Session #1

The Structure of Wine In this session, we examine the true essence of wine, drawing parallels between structural elements in wine and familiar consumables. We will also introduce professional style tasting according to the international grid.

 

Session #2

Cool Climate Whites In this session, we examine the white wine regions considered cool climate. We discuss and taste wines made from the grapes commonly found in these regions. Grapes of focus: Sauvignon Blanc, Grüner Veltliner, Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Chenin Blanc, and Pinot Gris

 

Session #3

Moderate Climate Whites In this session, we examine the white wine regions considered moderate climate.We discuss and taste wines made from the grapes commonly found in these regions.Grapes of focus: Marsanne, Torrontés, Roussanne, Sémillon, Chardonnay, and Viognier

 

Session #4

Cool and Moderate Climate Reds, In this session, we examine the red wine regions considered cool and moderate. We discuss and taste wines made from the grapes commonly found in these regions. Grapes of focus: Corvina, Gamay, Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, Pinot Noir, and Merlot

 

Session #5

Warm Climate Reds In this session, we examine the red wine regions considered warm climate. We discuss and taste wines made from the grapes commonly found in these regions. Grapes of focus: Grenache, Zinfandel, Syrah, Malbec, Tempranillo, and Cabernet Sauvignon

 

Session #6

Sweet and Sparkling Wines, We review what we’ve learned and continue our journey with an examination of the great sweet and sparkling wines of the world. Grapes of focus: Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains, Malvasia, and Prosecco

Final Exam