Wine 101: Deep-Dive Course (4 Day/16hr)
A multi-day Wine 101 course designed to build lasting wine knowledge, tasting skills & confidence.
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Service Description
Best for Students ready for structured learning, guided tasting practice, and a thoughtful, unhurried foundation in wine. Wine 101 Deep Dive is a structured, multi day wine course designed to build real understanding through clear instruction, guided tasting practice, and intentional progression. This format allows time for concepts to settle, skills to develop naturally, and confidence to grow. Across four sessions, participants explore how wine is made, what shapes different styles, and how to taste with intention. Topics include major grape varieties, classic regions, climate influences, winemaking decisions, and the building blocks of aroma, flavor, and structure. Each session blends calm expertise with hands on learning and guided tasting practice. The focus is on understanding rather than memorization, supporting the ability to recognize preferences, describe what is tasted clearly, and make confident wine choices in everyday situations. Led by Suzanne Bonham, DipWSET, the course is designed to feel supportive, engaging, and practical, offering a strong foundation for continued exploration. By the end of the program, participants feel comfortable comparing wine styles, selecting bottles with confidence, navigating wine lists and shops, and continuing their wine journey with ease. Course Outline Day 1 Foundations of Wine Introduction to how wine is made and what shapes style and flavor. Topics include major grape varieties, classic categories, climate influences, and the fundamentals of aroma, structure, and balance. Guided tasting practice establishes core technique. Day 2 Tasting With Intention Development of a clear tasting approach. Learn how to assess appearance, aroma, palate, and finish, with an approachable breakdown of acidity, tannin, sweetness, alcohol, and body. Comparative tasting builds clarity around preference and style. Day 3 Regions and Styles Exploration of major wine regions and how place, climate, and tradition influence expression. Representative styles are evaluated through guided tasting while building practical descriptive language. Day 4 Pairing, Selecting, and Enjoying Integration of everyday skills including food and wine pairing, reading labels, choosing wine in shops and restaurants, storage basics, serving temperature, and freshness. A final guided tasting reinforces learning through application. Format In person instructor led wine education with guided tasting practice Duration 4 days 16 total hours
Cancellation Policy
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Contact Details
525 South White Street, Wake Forest, NC, USA
919-480-8959
suzanne@thewineologist.com