Wine
Introduction to Wine Tasting
A guided beginner-level tasting covering wine production, styles, regions, labels, sensory characteristics and informed selection.
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About this course
The session uses a tasting of at least six wines to introduce how wine is made and why wines differ in style and flavour. It covers major producing countries and regions, key grape varieties, wine styles and the information found on labels. Participants are guided in recognising and describing aromas and flavours, as well as identifying characteristics such as acidity, tannin and body. Explanations avoid technical jargon and include opportunities to ask questions throughout the informal session.
What you'll learn
- Explain the main stages of wine production
- Relate grape varieties, regions and production methods to different wine styles
- Interpret information presented on wine labels
- Recognise acidity, tannin and body in wine
- Identify and describe wine aromas and flavours
Is this course right for you?
The course is intended for complete beginners and does not require previous wine-tasting experience. The participation style is an informal guided tasting, with learners sampling at least six wines and having opportunities to ask questions.
- No previous experience is necessary
- Includes guided tasting and discussion rather than prior study
Where this course runs
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citizenM Tower of London Hotel, 40 Trinity Square, London EC3N 4DJ
40 Trinity Square, London EC3N 4DJ
Nearest station: Tower of London
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