Good Life Vancouver Entertainment | Dine Taste Shop Drink | Travel Adventures & Events » Wine/Drink Courses

WSET Course with Fine Vintage

cassandra — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 02:22:29 +0000

Explore The World of Wine

Come and learn about the fascinating world of wine. Taste some outstanding wines with our expert instructors and enjoy these world renown courses.

Register now at www.finevintageltd.com for the upcoming WSET courses being held in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Montreal, Victoria and the Okanagan.

WSET Course Schedule:

1 Day FOUNDATION
• VANCOUVER   1 Sat, June 2, 2012    9:30am-5:30pm
• KELOWNA   1 Mon, Apr 23, 2012    9:30am-5:30pm
• VICTORIA   1 Sat, May 12, 2012    9:30am-5:30pm
• CALGARY 1 Sat, May 5 2012 9:30am-5:30pm
• MONTREAL 1 Sat, July 28, 2012    9:30am-5:30pm
• TORONTO   1 Sun, July 29, 2012    9:30am-5:30pm

4 Week FOUNDATION
• VANCOUVER   4 Tues, Sept 25-Oct 16, 2012   6:00-9:00pm
• CALGARY   4 Tues, Sept 25-Oct 16, 2012 6:00-9:00pm

3 Day INTERMEDIATE
• VANCOUVER   Sat/Sun/Sun, July 14, 15 & 22, 2012 9:30am-5:30pm
• CALGARY   Sat/Sun/Sun, May 26, 27 & Jun 3, 2012 9:30am-5:30pm
• TORONTO   Sat/Sun/Mon, Apr 28 – 30, 2012 9:30am-5:30pm
• VICTORIA   Sat/Sun/Mon, Apr 21 – 23, 2012 9:30am-5:30pm
• MONTREAL Sat/Sun/Mon, Sept 15-17, 2012 9:30am-5:30pm

9 Week INTERMEDIATE
• CALGARY 9 Tuesdays, Oct 23-Dec 18, 2012 6:00-9:00pm
• VANCOUVER 9 Mon, Oct 15 – Dec 10, 2012 6:00pm-9:00pm

6 Day ADVANCED
• VANCOUVER 2X Sat/Sun/Mon, May 26-28 & Jun 9-11, 2012 9:30am-5:00pm
• TORONTO Sat/Sun X2, Oct 27-28, Nov 3-4, 10-11, 2012 9:30am-5:00pm

15 Week ADVANCED
• VANCOUVER 15 Wed, Sept 5 – Dec 12, 2012: 6:00pm-8:30pm
• CALGARY 15 Wed, Sept 12 – Dec 19, 2012:6:00pm-8:30pm

A New Shaken & Stirred: An Introduction to Craft Cocktails Course

cassandra — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 23:59:20 +0000

Shaking & Stirring her way onto Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts’ (PICA) already successful educational libation roster is Joanne Sasvari, author of Vancouver Sun’s ‘In Good Spirits’ column, who steps up to the bar with a new to the city eight-week, Shaken & Stirred: An Introduction to Craft Cocktails Course starting Monday, April 16th.

Sasvari’s new Craft Cocktail Course joins PICA’s already well recognized three-tiered Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Certifications and Western Living’s newly minted ‘Top 40 Foodies Under 40’ as well as, Certified Cicerone Chester Carey’s Serious Beer Series completing PICA’s culinary centre’s educational journey to plate and glass.

Well acknowledged among Vancouver’s growing, passionate and committed cocktail scene, Sasvari brings a Craft Cocktail Course that will cover both theory and practical skills. In addition, to the structured spirits tastings and hands-on preparations they are expertly paired with culinary tidbits both traditional and adventurous.

The course will also include influential Vancouver cocktail scene guest lecturers such as also, newly listed in Western Living’s ‘Top 40 Foodies Under 40’, Tyler Schramm, Master Distiller of ‘Pemberton Distillery’ as well as, craft mixologist Lauren Mote of ‘Kale & Nori Catering’ and the ‘Bittered Sling Bistro’.

Enter the world of a ‘behind the wood’ mixologist and levy quality ingredients, the science of distillation and the physiology of taste with hands-on preparations of classic and creative cocktails. Course starts Monday, April 16th and is offered at an unbeatable $599.00 + HST (includes glassware, essential bar tools and manual). For more information or to enroll visit http://www.picachef.com/craft_cocktails.html.

Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts is one of Canada’s first highly accredited private culinary institutes providing Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts Diploma programs. Core culinary curriculums include a mandatory Wine & Spirit Education Trust Foundation (WSET) Level Certification and because PICA is as a designated WSET provider students and the general public can carry on to attain WSET Intermediate and Advanced Wine Certifications.

Also, built into the curriculum is a Food & Beverage Operations Management Program where graduates are able to hone their skill sets in an extensively renovated and industry relevant student-run Bistro 101 and Bakery 101. A top-notch Catering Department and alongside being Vancouver’s premiere hands-on cooking class provider affords PICA the prestige of being one of Canada’s premiere culinary centres dedicated to culinary excellence.

To contact us please call (604) 734-4488 or visit http://www.picachef.com/

French Wine Scholar

cassandra — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 04:30:20 +0000

Become a certified French Wine Scholar at The Art Institute of Vancouver. The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Vancouver has partnered up with the French Wine Society to offer this exciting new course dedicated to the wine regions of France.

Each week during the course, students will learn about the history, discover the terroir and taste the wines of France’s eight major winegrowing regions. The course curriculum is endorsed by the French National Wine Office.

Regions studied are:

Champagne
Burgundy
Bordeaux
Rhône Valley
Alsace
Loire Valley
Southern & South-West France
Beaujolais

In this program, students will have the opportunity to sample an extensive selection of high quality French wines from rare and exciting appellations such as Condrieu and Savennières through the great classic regions of Burgundy and Bordeaux to some of France’s more eclectic grapes and wines.

The course culminates in week nine with a 100 question multiple choice exam. Students who pass will earn the title ‘French Wine Scholar’ and be permitted to use the post-nominal FWS. (There will also be an optional French themed wine-paired dinner post-exam)

Total Program Price is $975

Price includes

250-page, full color, French Wine Scholar study manual
Complimentary access to the French Wine Scholar Online Study program ($285 value)

Next courses start:

Vancouver on Monday April 2nd

Runs for 9 weeks (no class on April 9th & May 21st)
Once a week for 3 hrs from 6 – 9 pm

Edmonton on Tuesday April 3rd

Runs for 9 weeks
Once a week for 3 hrs from 6 – 9 pm

Victoria on Wednesday April 4th

Runs for 9 weeks
Once a week for 3 hrs from 6 – 9 pm

For further information, please contact:
Mark Shipway
E: mshipway@aii.edu
P:778.373.9022

Certified Specialist of Wine Course in Vancouver

cassandra — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 01:39:49 +0000

The Society of Wine Educators was founded in 1974 whose mission is to advance wine education through professional development and certification.

· These credentials are a valuable and widely respected mark of a wine professional’s commitment to personal career development and ultimately to the wine industry as a whole.
· Individuals that receive professional certification raise the standard of proficiency in the wine arena and assist the industry by elevating the knowledge base of everyone with whom they come in contact.
· Professional certification encourages an industry to build upon itself by fostering an environment where individuals can pursue excellence and achieve subject mastery.

Schedule:

Each Tuesday : Jan. 31, Feb. 7/14/21/28, March 6 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm

Exam: Monday, 12th March : 6pm to 7pm

Price :

$915 +HST (For industry member special rate, contact us).

BC Wine School is now part of Vinoscenti.

For more information www.vinoscenti.ca

BC Wine School Team
101-1220 West 6th Avenue – Vancouver BC V6H 1A5
info@bcwineschool.com or 604.684.6000

Wine Education with East Van Wine Academy

cassandra — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 21:40:17 +0000

Around The World in 80 Minutes

Tuesday, January 10^th | 6:30 pm | $40 | The Waldorf Hotel

Wine 101 at breakneck speed, covering all the major countries, wine grapes, how to read labels, food pairing tips and more! Walk away knowing your Bordeaux and Burgundies from your Riojas and Chiantis with dozens of regions to spare.

An 80 minute course that’ll last a lifetime!

32 Grapes ~ 16 Countries ~ 8 Samples

Tickets and more information at EastVanWineAcademy.com!

Want to learn about wine without breakin’ the bank? Want to actually have fun while doing so? The East Van Wine Academy produces wine events that don’t suck at Vancouver’s legendary Waldorf Hotel. All events are produced and hosted by local wine writer and consultant Kurtis Kolt, who likes a good time just as much as you do.

Master Sommelier Introductory Course

cassandra — Wed, 25 May 2011 17:05:45 +0000

The Art Institute of Vancouver announces new dates for the Master Sommelier Introductory Course. Once again building on last year’s success, the Court of Master Sommeliers will deliver another Level 1 Introductory Course on the weekend of June 18th & 19th. Additionally, on Monday June 20th, there will an opportunity to sit the Master Sommelier Certified Sommelier Exam.

The Certified Sommelier Exam itself is the next step in the route to becoming a Master Sommelier, the hospitality industry equivalent of a Master of Wine. There are in fact fewer Master Sommeliers in the world than Masters of Wine and Canada currently only has only two, both resident in Ontario.

The Introductory Course will be instructed by a team of Master Sommeliers and will take place at The Art Institute’s International Culinary School campus on Granville Street.

“We are excited to continue working with The Court of Master Sommeliers to offer their courses here in Vancouver” said Mark Shipway, The Art Institute’s Wine Department Head. “The Court’s program is entirely complementary with our existing WSET one and offers a route for students to gain an official Certified Sommelier designation from a world renowned organization.”

This course will have most appeal to individuals working in the hospitality industry who already have qualified to a minimum of WSET Level 2 or Level 3 although this program is open to all including students from other sommelier programs and wine enthusiasts.

To register for the course with Visa, MasterCard or Discover, please visit the website at http://www.mastersommeliers.org/Pages.aspx/Courses-Schedules-Overview and complete the online registration form.

For inquiries about this program please visit the website or contact Kathleen Lewis, Executive Director at klewis@mastersommeliers.org.

East Van Wine Academy

cassandra — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 22:55:31 +0000

At Vancouver’s Waldorf Hotel on the second and fourth Tuesday each month.

Hosted by resident sommelier Kurtis Kolt a different region or country will be featured each event, including Italy, France, Germany, California, Portugal and British Columbia.

About the Courses

Each one-hour course features a different region or country including Italy, France, Germany, California, Portugal and British Columbia. Kolt will cover the history of the selected region, styles of grapes, tasting techniques, food pairing tips and more, all in a relaxed and intimate setting. Guests will receive course material in a uniquely craftedwine zine and tastings during After-School, a party and wine tasting social immediately following the course.

About After-School Parties

Extending the regional theme of the evening each After-School party will feature ten different wines offered in 3oz pours, encouraging guests to sample a wide variety of wines at accessible price-points. The night will immerse guests in the regional culture of that week with canapés, visuals and vinyl selected by resident DJs. After-Schoolparties are the perfect environment for guests who attend the course to put their new knowledge to use are also a casual, fun atmosphere for those who want to skip school but are still interested in learning more about wine.

Tickets available on Eventbrite for the official launch Tuesday, March 22.

East Van Wine Academy presents Spain

The Wine Course – 7:00 – 8:00 pm

From rich, red Riojas to the sparkling Cavas of the Penedès region, learn about Spain’s history, geographic regions and grape varietals from Albarino to Tempranillo. We’ll also teach you how to decipher Spanish wine labels, offer food pairing tips and and recommend bottles available in our market. The collectible Waldorf Wine ‘Zine you’ll recieve as part of The Wine Course will be a keepsake reminder of everything you’ll learn!

Attendees will also receive access and four tasting vouchers to be used at the After School event, immediately following the Wine Course.

After School – 8:00 - Midnight

*Those attending the Wine Course get in free!

Celebrate the wine culture of Spain! After School, a stand-up, social event, will feature 10 Spanish wines offered in 3oz pours, encouraging guests to sample a wide variety of wines at very accessible price-points.

The Waldorf kitchen will provide Spanish bite-sized pintxos and tapas, while El Garzita spins classic Spanish Flamenco music, folk and contemporary sounds to be enjoyed amongst projected Spanish wine culture visuals of picturesque vineyards, bustling tapas bars and street scenes.

Come enjoy the wines of Spain in a fun, dynamic atmosphere, open yourself up to tasting and learning something new!

East Van Wine Academy Spring & Summer Calendar

March 22^nd – Spain

April 12^th – BC

April 26^th – France

May 10^th – California

May 24^th – Italy

June 14^th – Chile

June 28^th – Germany

July 12^th – Australia

July 26^th – Portugal

About Kurtis Kolt

Kurtis Kolt is a Vancouver-based freelance wine director, judge, consultant and writer who was awarded the Sommelier of the Year Award at the 2010 Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival. He is certified by London’s Wine & Spirit Education Trust. Has credit in the Winemaking program at UC Davis and has travelled throughout wine regions in North and South America, Europe and Australia. A big proponent of a casual and fun approach to wine, Kurtis’ enthusiasm and experience has resulted in a high demand for appearances, from writing and judging for Wine Access and Vancouver Magazine to leading wine festival seminars and beyond.

Wine Plus+ Wine Training & Consulting

cassandra — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 18:14:25 +0000

At Wine Plus+ we have developed a full schedule of both WSET courses and Tasting Series events. You can check out the dates for classes in both Kelowna & Penticton, BC at www.wineplus.ca. Taking a course from the world’s number one recognized wine body, the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET), is not just good for business, but fun for consumers and industry employees alike. And it’s tax deductible as education!

Wine Plus+ also has an exciting start to the year ahead. Beginning with the Winter Festival of Wine at Sun Peaks, then presenting at the Master of Wine seminar in Napa, followed by two new judging commitments at the Decanter World Wine Awards in London and the Dallas Morning News Wine Competition in Texas.

Wine Plus+ & Rhys Pender in the News
Good Life Vancouver
Georgia Straight
Vancouver Sun
Savour
Jancisrobinson.com
Institute of Masters of Wine
Wine Press Northwest
Winnipeg Free Press
Wine Access

2011 Dates for WSET and Tasting Series

We now have dates set for the WSET and Tasting Series classes beginning in February 2011. Registration is now open at www.wineplus.ca.

KELOWNA WSET:
Foundation Certificate (2 x evening) – $300 (incl. Exam), Tues, Mar 8, 22 (6 – 9:30pm)
Intermediate Certificate (6 x evening) – $800 (incl. Exam), Tues, Apr 5, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 24 (6 – 9:30pm)
Advanced Certificate (12-evening) $1250 (incl. Exam) Wed’s, Feb 9, 16, 23, Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, Apr 8, 20, 27, May 11, 25 (6 – 9:30pm)

PENTICTON WSET:
Foundation Certificate (2 x evening) – $300 (incl. Exam), Mons, Apr 18 & May 2 (6 – 9:30pm)
Intermediate Certificate (3 day) – $800 (incl. Exam), Mons, May 16, 30 & Jun 6, 2011 (9am - 5pm)

PENTICTON TASTING SERIES:
Spanish Reds - Feb 28 ($40)
Lesser Known Red Varieties – Mar 21 ($40)
Rhone Red Varieties - Apr 4 ($40)
Sparkling Wine - May 9 ($40)
Alsace - Jun 20 ($40)
10% discount if you purchase the package of all 5 tastings. Visit www.wineplus.ca to register.

Rhys currently has articles in:

Wine Access
Montecristo
Savour
Taste

Staff Training – Taking Bookings Now

With the improving economy, the 2011 season will likely see an increase in visitors to both wineries and restaurants, something great for everyone in the business. The hiring season to bring in staff and get them ready to provide a high level of customer service is already beginning. Wine Plus+ offers a variety of wine training options that can be customized for your business. We will happily develop a cost-effective program for employee training or fun and educational corporate tasting events. Contact us at rhys@wineplus.ca for more details. Rhys Pender MW will personally conduct all staff training sessions.

Follow us Online

Follow Wine Plus+ and Rhys on-line:

List Your Job on www.wineplus.ca

One of the services Wine Plus+ offers back to the industry is a free job listing service. We have taught hundreds of students over the years and many of these highly educated wine people check back to the Wine Plus+ website to look for opportunities in the industry. See www.wineplus.ca/jobs.html for details of how to list your job.

Consulting to Wineries

The changing styles of wine and the ever fickle consumer mean that wineries must constantly be on top of upcoming trends and making sure that they are not missing the boat. Wine Plus+ offers directional consulting to wineries helping with things like blending, portfolio analysis and recommendations and business planning to keep ahead of the competition. Visit http://www.wineplus.ca/Consulting.html for more information on the consulting services we offer.

Wine Selection of the Month

Seghesio Zinfandel - Sonoma, California, USA. 2008 $32 – 90 pts

A delicious rich, ripe jammy red to help keep you warm this winter. A deep ruby-purple in colour, and a nose with pronounced ripe raspberry jam, candy, floral, blueberry, plum and chocolate notes. Lots of rich, ripe fruit. The palate is dry with a lush full body and immense texture and concentration. The ripe fruit flavours of blueberry, blackberry and dried raspberry follow with some savoury leather, paprika, earth and dusty cocoa. The richness is balanced by quite high acidity and the tannins are high and very dry. Overall long, rich, intense and delcious and will keep 2-3 years. RATING: 90 pts

See more wine reviews at www.rhyspender.com

Wine Plus+ Out & About

January 19 – 23 : Winter Wine Festival (Sun Peaks)
January : Presenting at Master of Wine Seminar (Napa)
February : Judging at Dallas Morning News Wine Competition (Texas)
March 28 – April 3 : Presenting at Vancouver Playhouse Wine Festival (Vancouver)
April : Judging at Decanter World Wine Awards (London)

Contact Wine Plus+

Rhys Pender MW
rhys@wineplus.ca
Mobile: 250.317.8796

www.wineplus.ca
www.rhyspender.com

Fine Vintage WSET 2011 Courses

cassandra — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 03:47:50 +0000

1 Day FOUNDATION $399 (includes WSET exam, instruction, wine & study guide)

VANCOUVER 1 Sat, Jan 22, 2011 9:30am-5:30pm
CALGARY 1 Sat, Feb 5, 2011 9:30am-5:30pm
KELOWNA 1 Sat, Feb 5, 2011 9:30am-5:30pm
PENTICTON 1 Sat, Feb 26. 2011 9:30am-5:30pm
VANCOUVER 1 Sat, April 16, 2011 9:30am-5:30pm

4 Week FOUNDATION $499 (includes WSET exam, instruction, wine & study guide)

VANCOUVER 4 Wed, Feb 2-23, 2011 6:00-9:00pm
CALGARY 4 Tues, Feb 8-Mar 1, 2011 6:00-9:00pm
FRASER VALLEY 4 Mon, Feb 28-Mar 21, 2011 6:00-9:00pm
KELOWNA 4 Tues, Mar 1-22, 2011 6:00-9:00pm

3 Day INTERMEDIATE $950 (includes WSET exam, instruction, wine & study guide)

KELOWNA Sat/Sun/Sat, Jan 22, 23 & 29, 2011 9:30am-5:30pm
VANCOUVER Sat/Sun/Sun, March 12, 13 & 20, 2011 9:30am-5:30pm
PENTICTON Sat/Sat/Sat, April 9, 10, & 16, 2011 9:30am-5:30pm
CALGARY Sat/Sun/Sat, May 28, 29 & June 4, 2011 9:30am-5:30pm

9 Week INTERMEDIATE $950 (includes WSET exam, instruction, wine & study guide)
VANCOUVER 9 Tues, Jan 25-Mar 22, 2011 6:00-9:00pm
CALGARY 9 Tues, March 8-May 3, 2011 6:00-9:00pm
FRASER VALLEY 9 Tues, April 12-June 7, 2011 6:00-9:00pm
KELOWNA 9 Tues, Mar 29-May 24, 2011 6:00-9:00pm

6 Day ADVANCED $1525 (includes WSET exam, instruction, wine & study guide)

VANCOUVER 2 X Sat/Sun/Mon, May 28-30& June 11-13, 2011 9:30am-5:00pm
PENTICTON 3 X Sat/sun, May/June 2011 – dates on our site
*also optional ½ hour of exam prep & question time each day of the advanced course – until 5:30pm
15 Week ADVANCED $1525 (includes WSET exam, instruction, wine & study guide)

VANCOUVER 15 Wed, March 23- June 29, 2011 6:00-8:30 pm*
CALGARY 15 Wed, March 2- June 10, 2011 6:00-8:30 pm*
KELOWNA 15 Wed, March 2 – June 10 2011 6:00-8:30 pm*
*also optional ½ hour of exam prep & question time each night of the advanced course – until 9pm

Now available in Vancouver!
Fine Vintage Certificate Courses

Fine Vintage has developed its own series of 1 day courses on the following topics.
Wines of France, Wines of Italy, Food and Wine Pairing, Become a Sommelier, and The Business of Wine.

The Fine Vintage Certification courses were created as fun and affordable courses (mostly at $299 for the day), where you could taste some fantastic wines and learn about a specific topic that interests you.

The courses take place on a Saturday, and include an expert presentation on a specific topic, accompanied by a 1st class tasting. Some of the courses include an extended multi-course catered lunch (e.g. Italy, France, Food and Wine Pairing), so you have various small plates to pair with the wines.

At the end of each Fine Vintage course you will receive a Certificate of completion. This Certificate represents specialist knowledge in a specific topic. There are no exams in these courses. For more information please visit:
www.FineVintageLtd.com/Wine-Courses

The Business of Wine $299 (includes all instruction and wine)

VANCOUVER 1 Sat, March 5, 2011 1:00pm-5:30pm

Food and Wine Pairing $299 (includes all instruction and wine)

VANCOUVER 1 Sat, March 19, 2011 10:30am-4:00pm

Wines of France $299 (includes all instruction and wine)

VANCOUVER 1 Sat, April 2, 2011 10:00am-4:30pm

WSET Wine Courses – for Business or Pleasure

cassandra — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 17:09:31 +0000

Come and learn about the fascinating world of wine from our knowledgeable instructors. There are courses to suit every level of knowledge from beginner to expert. At Fine Vintage we pour outstanding quality wines and our instructors are amongst the most qualified in Canada. Please feel free to forward this to your friends.
TO REGISTER, please visit www.FineVintageLtd.com/Register

Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) 2010-2011 Courses

1 Day FOUNDATION $399 (includes WSET exam, instruction, wine & study guide)

VANCOUVER 1 Sat, Nov 6, 2010 9:30am-5:30pm
VANCOUVER 1 Sat, Nov 27, 2010 9:30am-5:30pm
CALGARY 1 Sat, Nov 27, 2010 9:30am-5:30pm
PENTICTON 1 Sat, Feb 26. 2011 9:30am-5:30pm
4 Week FOUNDATION $499 (includes WSET exam, instruction, wine & study guide)

VANCOUVER 4 Wed, Feb 2-23, 2011 6:00-9:00pm
CALGARY 4 Tues, Feb 8-Mar 1, 2011 6:00-9:00pm
KELOWNA 4 Tues, Mar 1-22, 2011 6:00-9:00pm

3 Day INTERMEDIATE $950 (includes WSET exam, instruction, wine & study guide)

PENTICTON Sat/Sat/Sun, Oct 16, 23& 24, 2010 9:30am-5:30pm
VANCOUVER Sat/Sun/Sun, Nov 13, 14 & 21, 2010 9:30am-5:30pm
VANCOUVER Sun/Sat/Sun, Dec 12, 18 & 19, 2010 9:30am-5:30pm
CALGARY Sat/Sun/Sun, May 28, 29 & June 4, 2011 9:30am-5:30pm

9 Week INTERMEDIATE $950 (includes WSET exam, instruction, wine & study guide)

CALGARY 9 Tues, Oct 19-Dec 14, 2010 6:00-9:00pm

VANCOUVER 9 Mon, Oct 18-Dec 13, 2010 6:00-9:00pm FULL
VANCOUVER 9 Tues, Oct 19-Dec 14, 2010 6:00-9:00pm FULL
VANCOUVER 9 Tues, Jan 25-Mar 22, 2011 6:00-9:00pm
KELOWNA 9 Tues, Mar 29-May 24, 2011 6:00-9:00pm

6 Day ADVANCED $1525 (includes WSET exam, instruction, wine & study guide)

PENTICTON 3 X Sat/Sun, Nov 6,7, 20, 21, Dec 4,5, 2010 9:30am-5:00pm
VANCOUVER 2 X Sat/Sun/Mon, May 28-30& June 11-13, 2011 9:30am-5:00pm
*also optional ½ hour of exam prep & question time each day of the advanced course – until 5:30pm

15 Week ADVANCED $1525 (includes WSET exam, instruction, wine & study guide)

Also – Now available in Vancouver!
Fine Vintage Certificate Courses

Fine Vintage has developed its own series of 1 day courses on the following topics:
Wines of France, Wines of Italy, Food and Wine Pairing, Become a Sommelier, and The Business of Wine.

At the end of each Fine Vintage course you will receive a Certificate of completion. This Certificate represents specialist knowledge in a specific topic. There are no exams in these courses.

For more information please visit: www.FineVintageLtd.com/Wine-Courses

Wines of Italy $299 (includes all instruction and wine)

VANCOUVER 1 Sat, Dec 4, 2010 10:00am-4:30pm

Food and Wine Pairing $299 (includes all instruction and wine)

VANCOUVER 1 Sat, Dec 11, 2010 10:30am-4:00pm

The Business of Wine $299 (includes all instruction and wine)

VANCOUVER 1 Sat, Dec 18, 2010 1:00pm-5:30pm

Become a Sommelier $299 (includes all instruction and wine)

VANCOUVER TBA Feb 2011 10:00am-4:30pm

Wines of France $299 (includes all instruction and wine)

VANCOUVER TBA Feb 2011 10:00am-4:30pm