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Certified Sherry Wine Specialist Class, presented by Lustau
SHERRY LOVERS UNITE: Discover the multi-faceted nature of this ancient fortified wine and become a Certified Sherry Wine Specialist.
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Certified Sherry Wine Specialist Class, presented by Lustau
Sale price$ 85.00
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Description
Lustau, maker of top quality Sherries, presents the Certified Sherry Wine Specialist certification. Led by Lucas Payà, Certified Sherry Educator and Lustau’s Brand Educator, this brief course is available to all wine students and aficionados and offers Beginner - Intermediate Level study material that has been reviewed and approved by the Regulatory Council of Jerez.
Learn about the history, geography, climate, viticulture, wine making, and wine styles of this historic region. When studying the styles of sherry, students will also learn about their differences, pairings, and best ways to serve. As part of this workshop, you'll taste 6 wines based on the basic styles of Sherry—Finos, Amontillados, Olorosos, and Sweets.
What's Included
$85pp* Registration Fee Includes
- 2.5 hours of live class with San Francisco Wine School's industry-leading instructors
- Guided tasting of 6 wines selected by Lucas Payà, Certified Sherry Educator and Lustau’s Brand Educator
- Tasting kit creation for online participants (free delivery is available across the US LEARN MORE)
- Copies of the slide presentation
- Recording of the class session (on request)
*$20 discount for Verified Trade, please email your business card to help@sfwineschool.com to apply for Verified Trade status.
Certification & Exam
A test consisting of 28 questions will be graded after the course. Those with a passing score of 20 or more will be awarded the Certified Sherry Wine Specialist recognition.
The Certificate of Achievement will be signed by both Lustau’s CEO and César Saldaña, Director of the Regulatory Council of Jerez. They will be numbered and a list of those that passed the course will be shared with the Regulatory Council. A Certificate of Recognition will be issued to those that do not achieve the passing grade but only signed by Lustau.
Format & Location
Hybrid - Room/Zoom
Our Hybrid Room/Zoom experience allows each individual to choose to participate in-person as a "Roomer" with wine in their glass or online as a "Zoomer" with a custom tasting kit. Both Roomers and Zoomers have the same wines and are able to engage with us and each other during these live classes. Recordings are also available within 1 business day after the class. Learn more...
In-Person Location
San Francisco Wine School*
415 Grand Ave #301
South San Francisco, CA 94080
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Online Info
You will receive the zoom link and any handouts needed a few days before class via email. Check spam and contact help@sfwineschool.com if you have not received it within 1 business day of your class/event.
If you have a tasting kit, it may be picked up at San Francisco Wine School or delivered across the US. Wine parameter lists are available for those participating in locations where kits cannot be delivered. View pickup and delivery options here.
Wine lists and instructions are included in your kit.
Recommendations & Requirements
All attendees must be at least 21+ years of age.
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