There are still a few spaces in the Wine Plus+ Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Advanced Certificate course set to begin in just a few weeks in Kelowna. The course begins on Feb 28 and runs for six Sundays in Kelowna. The dates are:
Feb 28
Mar 7
Mar 14
Mar 21
Apr 18
May 2 (including exam)
Each course day runs from 9am until 5pm and 20 outstanding wines from around the world will be tasted each day as we work through the curriculum. All sessions are instructed by Wine Plus+ owner Rhys Pender. The cost for the course is $1350, plus $130 to sit the exam.
Please contact me if you are interested in signing up for this great course or would like further information. The Advanced Certificate provides a high level of world wine knowledge perfect for those who are looking to advance their career in the wine industry.
Please feel free to phone me or email for more information or visit www.wineplus.ca.
Cheers,
Rhys Pender
Wine Plus+
The Wine Plus+ Wine School offers the prestigious courses of the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET).
The WSET is the world leader in wine education and is offered in 39 countries around the world. Wine Plus+ offers three levels of WSET courses – Foundation Certificate, Intermediate Certificate and Advanced Certificate. Click on ‘WSET ‘ to the left for further information on the WSET courses.
10 Year Tasting of Okanagan WinesLaunched in 2008, these tasting have set out to explore how the wines of the Okanagan age and develop. A tasting of 12 wines, all at least 10 years old, is guided by a panel including Wine Plus+ owner Rhys Pender as well as local experts and winemakers. You get to taste your way through the wines and join in the discussion as to how the different varietals and wine styles are performing, pairing food to aged wines and how the wines are likely to develop into the future. Cost is $75 per ticket.
Front-Line Training
Wine Plus+ also offers its own unique Front-Line Training program. This course is specifically designed for those working the front-line in winery shops, retail wine shops and restaurants. This 1/2 day course provides the tools to deliver outstanding customer service, further the appreciation of wine and increase sales. Click on ‘Front-Line Training ‘ for more details.
