Tour of Italy

About this course

The course surveys Italy’s principal wine regions and grape varieties, considering how climate, altitude, grape choice and winemaking techniques influence style. A guided masterclass uses contrasting wines, including lesser-known examples, to develop comparison and tasting skills. Participants also examine how Italian labels communicate information and how regional characteristics can be recognised in the glass. The learning continues over a four-course Italian-inspired lunch, where a selection of wines is used to explore food and wine matching. The tastings cover a broad range of Italian styles, from northern whites to wines from volcanic and southern regions.

What you'll learn

• Identify important Italian wine regions and grape varieties
• Compare contrasting Italian wines and describe differences in style
• Explain how climate, altitude, grape variety and winemaking techniques shape wine
• Interpret information on Italian wine labels
• Apply principles of Italian food and wine matching

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for beginners and budding fans of Italian wine. It combines guided tasting, discussion and an extended food-and-wine experience, making it suited to learners looking for a broad introduction rather than a specialist regional study.

• Covers both familiar and less commonly encountered Italian wines
• Includes a broad survey spanning northern, central, volcanic and southern regions
• Uses food and wine pairing as part of the learning format

Before you go

• Smart-casual dress code.