Introductory Sommelier Course

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What will I learn?

Unlock the art of wine pairing with our Introductory Wine Steward Course, tailored for beverage professionals looking to enhance their skills. Delve into the fundamentals of wine pairing, explore wine selection for seafood, red meat, and sweets, and master the intricacies of wine characteristics like body, texture, and tannins. Learn to balance flavours, enhance aromas, and develop a complete wine pairing strategy. This concise, high-quality course provides practical insights to sharpen your abilities and impress your patrons.

Apoia's Advantages

Online course with lifetime access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
PDF summaries for download
24/7 online support available
Select and sequence the chapters you wish to study
Customize the course duration
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study anytime, no internet required

Develop skills

Enhance the development of the practical skills mentioned below

Master wine pairing: Learn to expertly match wines with diverse cuisines and flavour profiles.

Analyse wine characteristics: Understand body, texture, acidity levels, and tannins.

Craft pairing strategies: Develop well-considered wine selections for any menu.

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

Select wines for occasions: Choose ideal wines for seafood, sweets, and meats.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can modify 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 provides practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.