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SUMMARY:[VIC] Light Wines of the World: Blind Masterclass
DESCRIPTION: * LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE UNTIL 4pm THURSDAY 25 APRIL *\nJoin Sommeliers Australia’s President\, Sarah Andrew (WSET Global\, Selador Wines) and guest facilitator Hilary Fordham (WSET Educator\, Joval Wines) as they host this masterclass of 6 blind wines in a similar format to the Tasting Examination of the WSET Diploma in Wine: D3 Light Wines of the World exam. \n\n\nUnder practice exam conditions\, attendees will taste the wines and complete exam style questions\, plus receive feedback on their tasting notes and quality assessment. The masterclass will cover two brackets of three wines each in the same format as Exam 1 of the D3 Tasting Examination. \n\n\nThis masterclass is open to anyone wanting to hone their calibration and assessment skills especially if they are about to take part in WSET Diploma exams or considering doing so. \n\n  \n\nTO BOOK:\nBookings are essential. A limited number fo tickets will be available for sale until 4pm\, Thursday 25 April\, unless booked prior.\n  \n  ⇒ Sommeliers Australia Members – $45\n      To access Members priced ticket please login to your Membership Account before selecting tickets. \n  ⇒ Non-Members – $75 \n\n  \nNot a member yet?Sommeliers Australia membership can be purchased throughout the year at a pro rata price and you can gain instant access to all the benefits of membership.\nWith automated renewal options now in place\, it’s never been easier to keep your membership up to date. Click here to become a member today! \n  \nThis event is proudly supported by RIEDEL.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-light-wines-of-the-world-blindtasting/
LOCATION:William Angliss Institute\, Room 533\, Level 5\, Building A\, 555 LaTrobe Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Impactful Communication Workshop *Postponed*
DESCRIPTION: * THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED *\nCommunication is the key to success\, but how many of us are confident about how we communicate with customers?  \nHow does this translate in the world of wine jargon\, hospitality\, customer care and increased product sales? \n  \nThis 75 minute practice-based communication workshop\, hosted by Simon Kingsley Hall (sPeak Performance)\, aims to unpack how to best prepare for communicating with others plus share techniques in how to communicate effectively. \nHaving trained in classical theatre\, and with extensive experience in hospitality\, management and training\, Simon has developed a module that aims to achieve the skills required to effectively communicate with any audience under any conditions\, so that your message is clear\, and memorable. \nFacilitated by Sommeliers Australia\, this workshop will help participants: \n\nfeel in control when they speak\,\nunderstand the importance of maintaining vocal abilities\,\nlearn how to retain composure in all circumstances\, and\nattain a level of confidence that builds trust and relatability.\n\nDon’t miss out in this fun and unexpected ONLINE workshop that is sure to surprise\, make you reflect on your communication skills\, and open your mind. \nAs this is an interactive online event places are limited. \n  \n\nTO BOOK:\n  ⇒ Sommeliers Australia Members – $20\n      To access Members priced ticket please login to your Membership Account before selecting tickets. \n  ⇒ Non-Members – $45 \n\n  \nBookings are essential.  Tickets will be on sale until 4pm\, Friday 3 May\, unless booked out prior. \nAttendees will receive Zoom links prior to the event. \n  \nNot a member yet?Sommeliers Australia membership can be purchased throughout the year at a pro rata price and you can gain instant access to all the benefits of membership. \nWith automated renewal options now in place\, it’s never been easier to keep your membership up to date. Click here to become a member today!
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/online-impactful-comm-workshop/
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SUMMARY:[NAT] Best Sommelier of Australia 2024 - Registration closes 5pm\, 12 May!
DESCRIPTION:The Best Sommelier of Australia 2024 competition is an endeavour to highlight the exceptional service and knowledge standards achieved by Australia’s community of wine service professionals. \n\n\n\nConducted by the Sommeliers Australia Education Sub-Committee every three years\, the competition rigorously tests individual performances in areas of service\, tasting and theoretical knowledge that are required at the highest levels of the profession. \n\n\n\n  \nENTRY CRITERIA  \n\n\n\nTo qualify for the competition\, potential candidates must: \n\n\n\n\nbe a current ‘Professional’ member of Sommeliers Australia\n\n\n\nbe actively working in a customer facing wine service role\, in an on- or off-premise setting (restaurants\, wine bars\, wine retail\, distribution\, etc)\n\n\n\nprovide a current CV outlining relevant employment and education information\n\n\n\nbe available to attend all stages of the competition process.\n\n\n\n\nIt is recommended that candidates have completed at least WSET Level 2\, CMS Introductory\, or have equivalent industry experience. \n\n\n\n\n\n  \nREGISTRATION \n\n\n\nCandidates must indicate their intent to compete in the Best Sommelier of Australia by registering to sit the Stage 1 | Entrance Exam by completing the online registration form and paying the registration fee. \n\n\n\n⇒ Registration fee – $100 + gst \n  \nCLICK HERE for more information and to register.\nAll registrations must be submitted no later than 5pm on Sunday 12 May 2024.
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SUMMARY:[NSW] "Warriors of Wine" Sommeliers Long Lunch
DESCRIPTION: * BOOKINGS EXTENDED UNTIL 12pm WEDNESDAY 15 MAY *\n  \n3 wine professionals + 3 wines + 3 matched courses\n= one “Warrior” to rule them all! \nWho. Will. Reign? \n  \n\nSommeliers Australia’s “Warriors of Wine” Sommeliers Long Lunch is back in Sydney\, on Sunday 19 May at ESQ Bar and Dining. \nThis year\, our three “Warriors” have been selected not only from the restaurant floor\, but from multiple facets within the world of wine\, bringing experience from retail\, distribution\, and education settings. All three are consummate wine professionals! \nWorking with the theme ‘Unveiling the sommelier’s guise: A journey into a wine’s perfect match’ our talented Warriors will draw the battle lines by showcasing their best wine matches alongside three amazing courses prepared by ESQ’s talented kitchen team\, competing for the title of “Warrior of Wine”. \nThis year’s Warriors are: \nVikki Lou Peng\, Sommelier // Aria Restaurant \nJaime Clark\, Business Manager // Joval Wines \nKim Bickley\, Wine Educator\, Judge and Consultant // Thomas Wines; Wine Selectors \n  \nAccompanying the three-course ‘battle rounds’ will be an aperitif on arrival\, plus a selection of Bruny Island Cheeses served with a delicious selection of wines provided by our friends at Vinous Solutions. In total 11 wines will be served. \nThe winner of the “Warrior of Wine” title will be determined by the gathered wine and food lovers of Sydney\, who will cast votes after each course for their favourite wine pairing. \nNot only is this a fantastic opportunity to see three of the state’s best wine professionals put through their paces\, but the lunch will also include a fundraising raffle and silent auction. Funds raised will go towards supporting Sommeliers Australia’s Best Sommelier of Australia 2024 competition. \nSo\, book yourself a ticket or for a group\, and watch our three “Warriors” in action as they present their best wine match! \nWHO. WILL. REIGN?? \n  \nTICKETS: \n⇒ Sommeliers Australia Members – $155\n[Available for purchase until bookings close at 12pm Wednesday 15 May] \n⇒ Non-Members Earlybird tickets – $165\n[On sale until Thursday 11 April] \n⇒ Non-Members tickets – $175\n[On sale from Friday 12 April until bookings close at 12pm Wednesday 15 May] \nBookings are essential and will be taken until 12pm Wednesday 15 May\, unless booked out prior. \n\n  \nMORE INFORMATION: \nTiming – Doors will open from 12.30 for aperitifs\, sitting down at 1pm for lunch. Proceedings will conclude around 4.30pm. \nSeating – Seating will be on shared tables\, with seats allocated on the day. \nMenu – Set three course menu\, plus cheese course. Please ensure dietary requirements are made known at the time of booking. \n  \n\nNot a member yet?Sommeliers Australia membership can be purchased throughout the year at a pro rata price and you can gain instant access to all the benefits of membership.\nWith automated renewal options now in place\, it’s never been easier to keep your membership up to date. Click here to become a member today! \n  \n\n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/nsw-warriors-of-nsw-wines-2024/
LOCATION:ESQ Bar + Dining\, Shop 1- 4\, Level 2/455 George Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
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SUMMARY:[WA] Volcanic Wines: A Discovery
DESCRIPTION: * SOLD OUT *\nJourney through the mysterious and wondrous landscapes that produce volcanic wines with Sommeliers Australia’s Foni Pollitt DipWSET (Mayfair Lane Pub and Dining Room) and Trent Everitt (Besk). \n\n\nThis guided tasting will showcase the integrity\, grittiness and lack of pretention volcanic wines are well-known for\, and demonstrate the connection and impact between soil and wine. Explore all that volcanic wine can express: from the moonscape of the Canary Islands and the majesty of Mount Etna\, to the salty cliffs of Santorini\, among others. \n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to delve deep into the magic of lava and ash\, and the incredible effort it takes to produce these ethereal wines. Backed by Foni’s love of listing volcanic wines on her own wine lists and Trent’s curiosity for all things vinous\, you’re in expert hands! \n\n\n  \n\n\nTO BOOK:\nBookings are essential. Tickets will be on sale until 4pm\, Monday 20 May\, unless booked out prior.\n  \n  ⇒ Sommeliers Australia Members – $25\n      To access Members priced ticket please login to your Membership Account before selecting tickets. \n  ⇒ Non-Members – $50 \n\n  \nNot a member yet?Sommeliers Australia membership can be purchased throughout the year at a pro rata price and you can gain instant access to all the benefits of membership.\nWith automated renewal options now in place\, it’s never been easier to keep your membership up to date. Click here to become a member today!
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/wa-volcanic-wines-2/
LOCATION:Mayfair Lane\, 72 Outram Street\, West Perth\, WA\, 6005\, Australia
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SUMMARY:[VIC] Between You and The Glass: Blind Tasting Practice #4
DESCRIPTION: * FULLY BOOKED *\nJoin us for the fourth session of our blind tasting practice!  Now scheduled monthly\, simply turn up\, taste\, test yourself and expand your tasting ability. \nWe all know blind tasting is the best way to improve your palate but three things stand in the way – it can be costly\, it takes up time\, and it can be intimidating. \nThis blind tasting exercise removes all of these obstacles! \nCome and train your palate with the guidance of your host Sommeliers Australia’s Gill Sykes\, WSET Educator (Melbourne Wine House). \nAt the conclusion of each bracket\, your host will give a short summary on the key pointers for the tasting of the wine\, and how to get to the correct conclusions. \nFour wines – two whites and two reds – will be tasted. Wines are chosen primarily for their typicity and are a mixed bag of varieties\, origins\, quality and price points. This is suitable for anyone in the industry wanting to practice blind tasting in a structured way\, and would also benefit those studying all levels of WSET and CMS. \nAs a personal palate training exercise\, you can keep your notes private or share them with your peers if you wish to. \n  \nFuture dates available to book in advance: \n17th June \n  \n\nTO BOOK:\n\nBookings are essential for each session.  Bookings close at 4pm\, Friday 24 May\, unless booked out prior.\n  \n  ⇒ Sommeliers Australia Members – $20\n      To access Members priced ticket please login to your Membership Account before selecting tickets. \n  ⇒ Non-Members – $45 \n\n  \nNot a member yet?Sommeliers Australia membership can be purchased throughout the year at a pro rata price and gain instant access to all the benefits of membership. With automated renewal options now in place\, it’s never been easier to keep your membership up to date. \nClick here to become a member.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-between-you-and-the-glass-practice-blind-tasting-4/
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