Course Information
Schedules
- 14 Nov 2024 (Thu) 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- 21 Nov 2024 (Thu) 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Registration period
2 Oct 2024 (Wed) - 14 Nov 2024 (Thu)
Price
HKD 2,400
(Fee
HKMA Member: $2,200
Non-Member: $2,400
(Includes tuition, wine tasting, WSET Level 1 copyright materials and WSET Level 1 Examination.))
(Fee
HKMA Member: $2,200
Non-Member: $2,400
(Includes tuition, wine tasting, WSET Level 1 copyright materials and WSET Level 1 Examination.))
Course Level
Study Mode
Duration
6 Hour(s)
Language
English
Location
14/F Fairmont House, 8 Cotton Tree Drive, Central, Hong Kong
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Course Overview
Course Structure
This course provides a basic introduction to the world of wine. It is designed for people who have little or no prior knowledge of wines. The qualification will assist those who need a basic familiarity with the main types and styles of wines, including front line staff involved in the selling and service of wine, and those who work with wines as part of a larger beverage portfolio in the retail and hospitality sectors. It introduces the technique of tasting wine and the characteristics of the common grape varieties used to produce wines.
Learning Outcomes
- Recognize the key stages in grape growing and winemaking
- Familiar with the types, characteristics and styles of wines
- Familiar with the common grape varieties
- Apply basic principles of food and wine matching
- Understand the procedures for storage and service of wines and procedures for opening wines professionally
What You’ll Learn
Session Plan (6 hours: 2 sessions of 3 hours each)
Session 1 An Introduction to wines, understanding the Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT) Wine
Session 2 The Storage and Service of Wine, Food and Wine Pairing
Exam Examination (45 minutes)
