Italian Wine Essentials Course
One of the most diverse wine countries in the world –overflowing with indigenous grapes – Italy boasts over 400 authorized varieties in production. Here, we will provide a thorough introduction to these legendary wines, the country’s rich cultural history, and it’s wholly unique labeling system.
This foundation-level course is ideal as either a stand-alone introduction to the wines of Italy, or to lay the groundwork for those continuing on to the Italian Wine Scholar program.
What’s Included?
A beautiful 125-page coursebook – rich with photographs and maps.
Exclusive access to high-quality digital activities designed to enrich the coursebook and support differentiated learning styles.
Optional exam
Guided tasting through 18 classic and Italian wines (this is an optional supplement to the course)
Sessions:
Sunday, January 26, 2025; 9:00am to 5:00pm. The Wine & Spirit Archive, 3319 SE 50th Ave, Portland, OR. Optional exam: Saturday, February 22, 10am.
One of the most diverse wine countries in the world –overflowing with indigenous grapes – Italy boasts over 400 authorized varieties in production. Here, we will provide a thorough introduction to these legendary wines, the country’s rich cultural history, and it’s wholly unique labeling system.
This foundation-level course is ideal as either a stand-alone introduction to the wines of Italy, or to lay the groundwork for those continuing on to the Italian Wine Scholar program.
What’s Included?
A beautiful 125-page coursebook – rich with photographs and maps.
Exclusive access to high-quality digital activities designed to enrich the coursebook and support differentiated learning styles.
Optional exam
Guided tasting through 18 classic and Italian wines (this is an optional supplement to the course)
Sessions:
Sunday, January 26, 2025; 9:00am to 5:00pm. The Wine & Spirit Archive, 3319 SE 50th Ave, Portland, OR. Optional exam: Saturday, February 22, 10am.
Who should take this course:
This is perfect for both the inquisitive wine enthusiast, as well as the aspiring wine professional. Accessible to all levels, it will provide the foundational knowledge for the enthusiast or an ideal infrastructure to those continuing their Italian wine education.
About the Instructor:
Mimi Martin, CWE, DipWSET, is both Founder and Director of Education at The Wine & Spirit Archive. In 2019, she was honored by the Wine Scholar Guild as Italian Wine Scholar® Instructor of the Year.
