Introductory Sommelier Course

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What will I learn?

Unlock the art of wine pairing with our Introductory Wine Steward Course, designed for beverage professionals looking to improve their skills. Get stuck in to the basics of wine pairing, explore selecting the right wines for seafood, red meat, and puddings, and get to grips with the details of wine like its body, mouthfeel, and tannins. Learn how to balance tastes, bring out aromas, and make a full wine pairing plan. This short, good-quality course gives you practical knowledge to sharpen your skills and wow your customers.

Apoia's Unique Features

Online course with lifetime access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online support always available
Select and arrange the chapters you wish to study
Customize your course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study anytime, no internet connection required

Develop skills

Enhance the growth of the practical skills listed below

Master wine pairing: Learn to match wines with different foods and tastes.

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

Craft pairing plans: Come up with smart wine choices for any menu.

Enhance flavour interactions: Balance and mix wine and food tastes.

Select wines for occasions: Choose the right wines for seafood, puddings, and meats.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

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

  • Select which chapter to commence with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can include

You’ll be able to generate additional chapters similar to the examples below

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