Champagne Specialist Program from Comitè Champagne

Become a Champagne specialist with Comitè Champagne's specialist program.

This course is perfect for ...

• Hospitality & Retail: Sommeliers, wine shop staff, catering personnel, and luxury hotel students.

• Trade & Business: Importers, distributors, buyers, sellers, and executives within the wine and spirits sector.

• Media & Education: Wine journalists, educators, and industry trainers.

• Enthusiasts: Passionate wine lovers looking to deepen their expertise.

Prerequisite: Before starting the course, students must complete at least Level 2 (Level 3 is highly encouraged) of the official, free online MOOC via the CIVC online classroom. click here

Why choose this course?

• Official Certification: Designed and overseen directly by the Comité Champagne (CIVC), ensuring you receive the most accurate information for industry education.

• Exclusive Tastings: Taste a diverse range of 12 Champagnes showcasing a wide range of styles & producers.

• Official Recognition: Graduates earn an official certificate issued directly by the CIVC.

Course format:

• Classroom time: 3 consecutive Tuesday's:

• Day 1 (10/11/26): 10:30 am – 5:30 pm 

• Day 2 (17/11/26): 10:30 am – 5:30 pm

• Day 3 (24/11/26):10:30am - 14:00pm

What to expect

Day 1:

Session 1: Core tasting techniques, introductory concepts, and culinary pairing principles.

• Workshop: Master the art of the perfect food and wine pairing.

Day 2:

• Session 2: A deep dive into the unique terroir of the Champagne region.

• Workshop: "The Champagne Game" interactive learning experience.

Day 3:

• Session 3: Exploring the traditional Méthode Champenoise.

• Workshop: "Become a Cellar Master".

• Session 4: Professional storage, serving etiquette, and commercial advice.

• Workshop: Managing a wine retail environment.

Exam details:

A 1-hour and 45-minute exam split into two sections on day 3 of the course:

1. Theoretical Paper (60 Marks Total): Consists of 30 multiple-choice questions (30 marks) and 2 open-ended essay questions (30 marks).

2. Practical Tasting (40 Marks Total): Blind tasting of 2 Champagnes. Candidates must accurately describe their characteristics, construct a compelling sales pitch, and recommend a well-reasoned food pairing.

• Passing Criteria: A score of 55% (55 out of 100 points) or higher is required to pass.

• Please Note: Resit options are available but will incur an additional retake fee.

For full course information, please see the offcial course booklet