Spanish Wine Scholar: Cataluña

About this course

This masterclass examines Cataluña’s wine regions through their history, landscapes, cultural heritage and winemaking traditions. It forms part of the Wine Scholar Guild’s Spanish Wine Scholar curriculum while providing an introduction to the region. A guided tasting uses selected wines to illustrate Cataluña’s diversity, including Cavas and wines associated with Priorat made from Garnacha and Carinyena. The session relates these examples to regional terroir and the traditions and innovation found in Cataluña’s wine production.

What you'll learn

• Outline historical, geographical and cultural influences on Cataluña’s wine regions.
• Taste and discuss examples of Cava, Garnacha and Carinyena wines from Cataluña.
• Relate selected wines to the region’s varied terroirs and winemaking traditions.

Is this course right for you?

Listed at All Levels, the session is framed for curious learners and seasoned wine aficionados alike. It may suit those seeking an introduction to Cataluña or extending their wine studies. People currently enrolled in the Spanish Wine Scholar course are asked not to attend, while previous students may return to revisit the tasting.

• Suitable for learners with varied levels of wine interest and knowledge.
• Not intended for people currently enrolled in the Spanish Wine Scholar course.
• Previous Spanish Wine Scholar students may attend to revisit the tasting experience.

Before you go

• The course can be repeated