This course includes
- Quizzes & knowledge checks
- Downloadable resources
- Closed captions & dubbing
- Mobile app (iOS & Android)
- Hands-on activity
Introduction to red wine varietals
In this online course led by Carlos Simoes Santos, you will learn how to recognize and recommend popular types of red wine.
This course includes
- Quizzes & knowledge checks
- Downloadable resources
- Closed captions & dubbing
- Mobile app (iOS & Android)
- Hands-on activity
Supported by trusted hospitality organizations
This course is supported by leading hospitality organizations, reflecting recognized industry best practice.
Skills you will gain
Course details
Wine has been a significant part of human history, and even today, we consume over 23.4 billion liters of it each year! That's 31.2 billion average-sized bottles. If you stacked them up, that's more than 24 times the distance to the moon.
Despite its popularity, many people still find red wine mysterious. What's the difference between all the varietals, and why does it matter where the wine comes from? And, if someone asks for a recommendation, what should you say? You'll find out the answers to all those questions and more in this red wine varietals course led by Master Sommelier Carlos Simoes Santos.
What you'll learn in the Introduction to red wine varietals course
- How to identify red wine varietals
- How to interpret a red wine label
- How to recognize the five structural elements of red wine flavor
- How to identify and recommend different types of red wine including:
- Gamay
- Pinot Noir
- Merlot
- Tempranillo
- Nebbiolo
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Syrah and Shiraz
- How to describe what a red wine blend is
- How to make red wine recommendations
And much more!
Ready to embark on this vinous journey? Enroll in the "Introduction to red wine varietals" course and immerse yourself in the rich history, diverse flavors, and unique stories of red wines from vineyards across the globe. Start your journey to mastering red wine varietals today!
Who the Introduction to red wine varietals course is for
The Introduction to red wine varietals online course is aimed at beginners, F&B professionals, and wine aficionados looking to master their red wine knowledge.
Course content
14 lessons · 1h 2m 16s total · 1 hands-on activity
Course instructor
Carlos Simoes Santos is a Master Sommelier, 1 of 260 people to ever achieve this title so far. Carlos imparts his wine knowledge with passion and more than 23 years of industry knowledge. His fascination and influence began with his family vineyard...
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