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Intro to Wine Series
ALL THE ESSENTIALS IN ONE PLACE: An entry-level dive into the basics of tasting, pairing and the world's most important wine regions.
Intro to Wine Series
Sale price$ 995.00
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Description
"The whole purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows.” - Sydney J. Harris
Whether you're just getting started with wine or work in the industry, this series contains many useful resources that will round out your wine knowledge. San Francisco Wine School Intro Series classes are the perfect way to dip your toe into wine education and learn the basics of tasting, pairing and the world's most important regions. Start with these 8 essential classes designed for entry-level students. When you’re ready for more, dive deeper into each subject with over 75 different 2-3 hour Classes to choose from. Or get serious with 25 different professional-level Programs!
Students will enjoy guided tastings of over 40 wines curated by Master Sommelier David Glancy to bring learning objectives to life and practice your tasting technique. We love bubbles, so in-person guests often bet a bonus wine to enjoy at the start of class!
Sessions & Schedule
What's Included
$995pp* Registration Fee Includes
- 16 hours of live class with San Francisco Wine School's industry-leading instructors
- Guided tasting of 6-7 wines per class carefully curated by Master Sommelier David Glancy
- 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)
*Installment plans available. Group rates available. Contact help@sfwineschool.com for more information.
Syllabus
Each individual class within the full series can also be taken à la carte. Click on the links to learn more!
- Wine 101
- Intro to World Wines
- Intro to Blind Tasting
- Intro to Food Pairing
- Intro to California
- Intro to France
- Intro to Italy
- Intro to Spain
- Optional 45 Minute Exam
Want to join late or can't make one of the classes? Check out our reschedule policy.
Certification & Exam
The optional Intro to Wine Series exam is 45-minutes long and consists of 50 multiple choice questions. The optional exam may be taken in person at San Francisco Wine School. Online upgrades are available for an additional fee.
The Into to Wine Certificate will be issued to those individuals who achieve a score of 60 percent or higher.
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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