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French Wine Essentials

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Duration
4 x 2 hours

Event Description

France is home to almost 400 individual wine appellations. French Wine Essentials (FWE) introduces you to the most important regions and wine styles. Each wine is presented within a regional and cultural context while landmarks and traditional cuisine are highlighted to complete the curriculum. 

The comprehensive course structure includes a 100+ page study manual, access to interactive e-learning and support from expert educators to guide you through an inspiring adventure across France. The program is available in a flexible online format or via in-person classes at one of our global Course Providers.

More than just an introductory course, this French wine course is a prelude to a lifelong romance with the wines of France, a launchpad to the internationally revered French Wine Scholar® Certification Program, vibrant WSG Member Community and the first step towards wine mastery!

What's included?

- A comprehensive study manual
- Interactive learning resources
- Expert classroom instruction with 24 wines tasted
- An engaging student community
- 50 question multiple choice exam 
- Certificate for your cv or LinkedIn profile

Who is French Wine Essentials for?

• Inquisitive wine enthusiasts wanting to become more familiar with the intricacies of French wine
• Aspiring wine professionals
• This course is complementary to the WSET Level 2 in Wines course and offers you the chnace to dig deeper into the wines of France
• Hospitality professionals new to the world of French wine
• Anyone wishing to become more knowledgeable about France and its wine and food culture

Course dates: (Tuesday evenings 7pm-9pm)

Tues 6th May 2025 -Introduction to French Wine;  Sparkling Wines - Champagne AOC & Cremant.
Tuesday 13th May 2025 - Northern France: Alsace & Loire Valley
Tuesday 20th May 2025 - Central France: Bourgogne, Beaujolais, Bordeaux
Tues 27th May 2025 - BREAK 
Tuesday 3rd Jun 2025
 - Southern France: Rhône Valley, Provence, Languedoc-Roussillon
Tuesday 10th Jun  2025 - 50 question multiple choice exam (optional)

 

Course tutor - Jonny Gibson
Wine Scholar Guild Program Instructor

How to get there

Leonardo Royal Brighton Waterfront Hotel
Kings Road
BN1 2GS

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