Introductory Sommelier Course

Preview certificate

What will I learn?

Unlock the art of wine pairing with our Introductory Sommelier Course, designed for beverage professionals seeking to elevate their expertise. Delve into the principles of wine pairing, explore wine selection for seafood, red meat, and desserts, and master the nuances of wine characteristics like body, texture, and tannins. Learn to balance flavours, enhance aromas, and create a comprehensive wine pairing plan. This short, high-quality course offers practical insights to refine your skills and impress your clientele.

Apoia's Unique Features

Online and lifetime access to courses
Certificate compliant with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online support available at all times
Select and arrange the chapters you want to study
Set your course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study anytime, no internet required

Develop skills

Strengthen the development of the practical skills listed below

Master wine pairing: Learn to match wines with diverse cuisines and flavours.

Analyze wine characteristics: Understand body, texture, acidity, and tannins.

Craft pairing plans: Develop strategic wine selections for any menu.

Enhance flavour interactions: Balance and contrast wine and food flavours.

Select wines for occasions: Choose perfect wines for seafood, desserts, and meats.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can change the chapters and the workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters like the examples below

This is a free course, focused on personal and professional development. It is not equivalent to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.