This First Course is a fun and exciting introduction to wines of South Africa – for everyone who wants to learn more about this fascinating subject! Wine knowledge is an asset whether you are pursuing a hobby or enhancing your knowledge for a career. It will tickle your taste buds to fully enjoy your bottle of wine at home or in a restaurant, and it will get you excited to further your knowledge about wine. No previous knowledge of wine is required! COURSE OUTLINE:

LECTURE 1 A brief history of Cape wines from first colonization
Cause & Effect Tasting and discussion
LECTURE 2 South African wine growing districts, varietals/cultivars – red and white
Wine Tasting and discussion
LECTURE 3 Outline of the ‘General Principles of Wine Making’
Wine Tasting and discussion
EXAM Theory Examination (60 minutes)
COST: R1100.00
(includes lunch, all course material and 4 international tasting glasses in cooler pack)
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