Spanish Wine Essentials Course
Deepen your knowledge of Spanish wine in this intermediate-level certification course. The Spanish Wine Essentials Course introduces you to the key wine regions of Spain, with focus on culture, history and winemaking fundamentals.
Tuition for this in-depth and immersive class includes:
Two full days of interactive instruction guided by expert instructors accredited by Wine Scholar Guild
Guided tasting of over 20 classic Spanish wine styles to amplify learning concepts
100+ page color course textbook, complete with maps, photos, and detailed content shipped to you before your course begins
A 50-question exam with certificate upon passing (exam is optional)
Dates / Locations:
Saturday/Sunday, September 27/28, 2025; 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Optional exam: Saturday, October 11, 10am.
Location TBA: Woodinville, WA
Saturday/Sunday, Spring 2026; 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Optional exam: Date TBA.
Location: The Wine & Spirit Archive, 3319 SE 50th Ave, Portland, OR.
Deepen your knowledge of Spanish wine in this intermediate-level certification course. The Spanish Wine Essentials Course introduces you to the key wine regions of Spain, with focus on culture, history and winemaking fundamentals.
Tuition for this in-depth and immersive class includes:
Two full days of interactive instruction guided by expert instructors accredited by Wine Scholar Guild
Guided tasting of over 20 classic Spanish wine styles to amplify learning concepts
100+ page color course textbook, complete with maps, photos, and detailed content shipped to you before your course begins
A 50-question exam with certificate upon passing (exam is optional)
Dates / Locations:
Saturday/Sunday, September 27/28, 2025; 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Optional exam: Saturday, October 11, 10am.
Location TBA: Woodinville, WA
Saturday/Sunday, Spring 2026; 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Optional exam: Date TBA.
Location: The Wine & Spirit Archive, 3319 SE 50th Ave, Portland, OR.
Who should take this course:
The Spanish Wine Essentials Course is appropriate for both the aspiring wine professional and the inquisitive wine enthusiast. Accessible to all levels, this class offers a strong foundation for understanding Spanish wine regions, grapes, and wine styles.
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