Botanical cradle of thousands of grape varieties such as sangiovese, nebbiolo, barbera, dolcetto, cortese, aglianico, negroamaro… Italy is a vibrant wine country with great wine culture.
You will explore the red, white and sparkling wines of the three main Italian regions: Northern Italy, Central Italy and Southern Italy. You will learn about viticulture, vinification, wine style, and food and wine pairing for each appellation—an easy-to-understand map of Italian wine regions and major wine varieties will guide you.
This course is an excellent introduction to the Italian Wine Scholar™qualification.
Accessibility of training to people with disabilities. Contact our disability advisor on 05 57 71 75 61 or by email contact@wisp-campus.com in order to study together the necessary arrangements.
Tuition Fees
€290
Delivery Mode
Blended learning (online learning and in-class modes)
Level
Beginner
Entry Requirements
None
Duration
1 day (7.5 hours)(+ 1-year access to e-leaning platform)
Sensory Training
15+ tasting samples
Langue
English
Self-Study Time
20 hours
Campuses
Bordeaux
Examination
50 MCQs (Resit Exam: Available)
I validate my registration with me support of the WiSP team.
Seven days after my enrolment validation, I will receive access codes to the course online plateform.
Fifteen days before the course start date, an e-email will provide me with all the necessary information to assist to the in-class session at the WiSP Bordeaux campus.
On D-Day, I attend my in-class session at WiSP Bordeaux to discover all the italian wine regions and taste the corresponding wines.
The exam is optional and takes place at the end of the training day (50 MCQs).
12 weeks after the exam, I will receive my results by e-mail. If I successfully pass my exam, I will receive my italian Wine Scholar™ - prep Course certificate by post.
Professionals and enthusiasts of Italian wines.
Industry professionals who wish to gain a better understanding of Italian wines
Advanced industry professionals who wish to specialise in Italian wines.
Although it is not a mandatory prerequisite, it is easier to embark on a Wine Scholar course when you have already obtained the WSET® Level 2 Award in Wines.
Describe the key factors that influence the climate of each appellation (the influence of rivers, lakes, seas, valleys, mountains, winds).
Recall the main grape varieties associated with each wine discussed in the session.
Identify the location of the appellations presented on a map of Italy.
Recall the winemaking and ageing techniques that contribute to the style of the wines.
Describe the meaning of key labelling terms.
Describe the style of each of the wines covered in the session.
Emiliano is from Argentina and holds the WSET Diploma. He graduated from the Sorbonne in Foreign Languages and has a Master’s degree in pedagogy specialized in wine. He worked for
...Wine Scholar Guild Platform
Upon registration, you will receive one-year online access to the Wine Scholar Guild's Italian Wine Scholar™ - Prep Course curriculum for pre-course preparation and review.
Study manual
On the day of the course, we will give you a 125-page colour study manual with detailed maps and visuals to help you decipher the complexity and diversity of Italian wines.
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Individualised support throughout your entire course duration and beyond.
A flexible course blended learning delivery mode.
Certified educators and Italian wine experts.
Become an active community member committed to developing the world's wine sector.
Contact us for guidance by making an appointment by videoconference or phone. Please choose the date and time slot of your choice. Our WiSP team members will gladly answer your questions.
Site updated on 16/01/2023.