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SUMMARY:VIC: WSET Level 2 Intensive 3 Day Course
DESCRIPTION:LOOKING BEHIND THE LABEL INTENSIVE THREE DAY ACCREDITED COURSE \nThe WSET Intermediate certificate is intended as a training program in product knowledge for those employed in the drinks industry to improve their knowledge of wines and spirits and for the enthusiast with a serious interest in wine who would like to study in a structured manner. The course covers the wines and spirits of the world and is followed by a one hour multiple choice examination. Wine tasting is a part of every class. There is a strong European focus. \nCourse Programme:\n– Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting and food and wine matching\n– Key wine producing regions around the world\n– Key grape varieties\n– Sparkling and sweet wine\n– Fortified wines plus spirits and liqueurs \nThis course runs for three days from Monday the 9th of October to Wednesday the 11th of October 10:30am – 5:30/6pm with the examination on Wednesday the 11th of October. \nPlease note: no refunds will be issued within 10 working days prior to the start of the course. Before that period a 75% refund is allowed if a student cancels their enrolment. A 100% refund will apply if Wine House cancels. Please note there is a re-sit exam fee of $150 if a student does not attend the exam for any reason. \nWe recommend students download and read the specifications prior to booking. \nAll other enquiries please contact courses@winehouse.com.au
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/wset-level-2-intensive-3-day-course/
LOCATION:Wine House Tasting Rooms\, 133 Queensbridge Street\, Southbank\, Victoria\, 3006\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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SUMMARY:VIC: Wine by Nine
DESCRIPTION:Nine importers have teamed up to present an epic trade tasting\, showing plenty of new arrivals and great spring and summer selections. \nFeaturing Eurocentric\, Felixir\, Francaboutwine\, Halle Aux Vins\, Larkin Imports\, Living Wines\, Lo-Fi\, The Spanish Acquisition and Virtuous Vine. \nAll trade welcome\, RSVP to felix@felixir.com.au \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/wine-by-nine/
LOCATION:Meat Fish Wine\, 31 Artemis Lane\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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SUMMARY:VIC: #DOYOUEVENCHABLIS
DESCRIPTION:#doyouevenchablis is exactly as it sounds. A celebration of the unique wines of chablis. This is the inaugural event of what will become an annual tribute to all wines chablis. We are a group of distributors getting together to showcase our passion for the region and make tasting the wines a little easier for you. From the classic to the new wave producers. Get involved this October with over 12 distributors and discover why this region is one of the best!!  \n  \nThose involved are: Franc About Wine\, France Soir Wines\, Havelock\, Ewan McKay\, Bibendum\, Vintage & Vine\, Cellarhand\, French Flair\, Vinous\, Heart & Soil\, Eurocentric\, World Wine Estates\, Domaine Wine Shippers. The event is being held at Meat Fish Wine. \n  \nContact your Rep for more details.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-doyouevenchablis/
LOCATION:Meat Fish Wine\, 31 Artemis Lane\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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SUMMARY:VIC: Secrets Of Cellaring Workshop
DESCRIPTION:How often do we wish we had cellared that awesome bottle of wine just a little bit longer? Have you ever wondered what a that wine might taste like 6\, 8 or 10 years after bottling.\nThis workshop is for you; join influential sommelier Luke Campbell (Vinified) as he presents you with the 5 Secrets to Cellaring in a informal setting.\nDuring the workshop\, you will taste several examples of current release wines vs the aged counterparts to gain an understanding of how a wine matures\, what styles you prefer and we will also have a Q and A with Mac Forbes Winemaker to discuss their opinions on aged wine in Australia. \nYour admin price includes 2 Gabriel Stems (Value $45) to take away\, all wines\, a copy James Halliday Wine Companion Magazine\, a grazing plater\, the 5 secrets to cellaring and much much more… \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/secrets-of-cellaring-workshop-october-tickets-34350820228 \nSomms Australia Members will be able to save themselves nearly $30 by using the code ‘ Sommelier’ prior to buying a Workshop Ticket.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/secrets-of-cellaring-workshop/
LOCATION:QT Hotel Sydney\, Market Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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SUMMARY:NSW: Japanese Sake: WSET Level 3 Intensive 3.5 Day Course
DESCRIPTION:Improve your Sake palate and sake knowledge in just 3 1/2 days. \nThis intensive course is designed for sommeliers\, F & B professionals and restaurateurs in the position of buying\, selling or training about Japanese sake. \nThis 3 1/2 day accredited sake course is held: \n\nSunday 15 October 9:30am – 5:30pm\nMonday 16 October 9:30am – 5:30pm\nSunday 22 October 9:30am – 5:30pm\nMonday 23 October 1pm – 4pm EXAM\n\nBookings essential by 20 September 2017. \nFor more info visit www.sakeshop.com.au \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/nsw-japanese-sake-wset-level-3-intensive-3-5-day-course/
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SUMMARY:NSW: Japanese Sake: WSET Level 3 Intensive 3.5 Day Course
DESCRIPTION:Improve your Sake palate and sake knowledge in just 3 1/2 days. \nThis intensive course is designed for sommeliers\, F & B professionals and restaurateurs in the position of buying\, selling or training about Japanese sake. \nThis 3 1/2 day accredited sake course is held: \n\nSunday 15 October 9:30am – 5:30pm\nMonday 16 October 9:30am – 5:30pm\nSunday 22 October 9:30am – 5:30pm\nMonday 23 October 1pm – 4pm EXAM\n\nBookings essential before 20 September 2017. \nFor more info visit www.sakeshop.com.au \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/nsw-japanese-sake-wset-level-3-intensive-3-5-day-course-2/
LOCATION:Chef’s Armoury\, Sydney\, 105 Percival Road\, Stanmore\, NSW\, 2048\, Australia
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SUMMARY:NSW: #DOYOUEVENCHABLIS
DESCRIPTION:#DOYOUEVENCHABLIS? – Trade Tasting \nChablis. One of the great terriors. First in what we hope will be an annual trade tasting to celebrate one of France’s most iconic regions. Chance to explore\, review & benchmark  Petit\, Village\, 1er Cru and Grand Cru Chablis from some of Australia’s most passionate importers of these unique expressions of Chardonnay. Beaune and Beyond\, Eurocentric\, Francaboutwine\, France Soir\, Heart and Soil\, \, Vinous\, Vintage & Vine & World Wine Estates.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/nsw-doyouevenchablis/
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SUMMARY:VIC: WSET Level 3
DESCRIPTION:CANDIDATES SHOULD AIM TO COLLECT THEIR MATERIAL AT LEAST 3 WEEKS IN ADVANCE TO FAMILIARIZE THEMSELVES WITH THE LEVEL 3 CONTENT. \nPAYMENT IN INSTALMENTS IS AVAILABLE PLEASE CONTACT courses@winehouse.com.au \nThe Advanced Certificate qualification is designed to give a thorough understanding of the principal wines of the world\, and their commercial importance in the world’s liquor market. \nThe qualification will assist those who are required to make professional evaluations of wines\, with regard to their commercial value in the retail and hospitality industry. It also provides candidates with an in-depth understanding of wine styles\, wine regions\, grape varieties\, and wine production methods. Holders of the WSET level 3 Advanced Certificate in Wines will be able to describe the characteristics of the principle wines of the world and give information on the key factors influencing style\, quality and value. The qualified student will also be in a position to advise management\, to answer customer queries authoritatively\, and to make informed selections of wines in a variety of situations. The Course is also suitable for keen enthusiasts wanting to continue their wine studies in a structured manner. \nThe course covers the following:\n– Tasting Techniques\n– Burgundy and Alsace\n– Bordeaux and South West France\n– Loire\, Rhone and Southern France\n– Germany\, Austria\, Hungary\n– Italy\n– Spain and Portugal\n– USA\,Canada and Chile\,\n– Greece\, Argentina and South Africa\n– Sparkling wines\n– Fortified wine \nPalate training is part of every lesson.\nThe course will run over Monady and Tuesday evenings (6.30-8.30pm) on the 16th\, 17th\, 23th \, 24th\, 30th\, 31st of October and the 13th\, 14th\, 20th\, 21st\, 27th\, 28th\, of November. There will also be an intensive Saturday class held for a full day on the 28th of October(from 10:30am – 5:30pm).\nThe examination will be held on the 5th of December at 6pm. \nPlease note: No refunds will be issued within 10 working days prior to the start of the course. Before that period a 75% refund is allowed if a student cancels their enrolment. A 100% refund will apply if Wine House cancels. \nThere is a re-sit exam fee of $180 if a student does not attend the exam for any reason. We recommend students download and read the specification here prior to booking. \nFor all other enquiries please contact courses@winehouse.com.au
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/wset-level-3-2/
LOCATION:Wine House Tasting Rooms\, 133 Queensbridge Street\, Southbank\, Victoria\, 3006\, Australia
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SUMMARY:VIC: WSET Level 2
DESCRIPTION:LOOKING BEHIND THE LABEL\nSIX WEEK ACCREDITED COURSE \nThe WSET Intermediate certificate is intended as a training program in product knowledge for those employed in the drinks industry to improve their knowledge of wines and spirits and for the enthusiast with a serious interest in wine who would like to study in a structured manner. The course covers the wines and spirits of the world and is followed by a one hour multiple choice examination. Wine tasting is a part of every class. There is a strong European focus. \nCourse Programme\n– Level 2 Systematic approach to tasting\n– Food and wine matching\n– Factors influencing style and price\n– Wine Making\n– Key wine producing regions around the world\n– Key white grape varieties\n– Key red grape varieties\n– Sparkling and sweet wine\n– Fortified wines\n– plus spirits and liqueurs \nThis course runs for 6 consecutive weeks every Wednesday evening from 6:30pm – 8:30pm starting on the 25th of October with one intensive Saturday on the18th of November from 10:30am – 6pm. The Level 2 examination will be held on the final night of the course on the 29th of November. \nPlease note: no refunds will be issued within 10 working days prior to the start of the course. Before that period a 75% refund is allowed if a student cancels their enrolment. A 100% refund will apply if Wine House cancels. Please note there is a re-sit exam fee of $150 if a student does not attend the exam for any reason. \nWe recommend students download and read the specification prior to booking. For all enquiries please contact courses@winehouse.com.au \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/wset-level-2-2/
LOCATION:Wine House Tasting Rooms\, 133 Queensbridge Street\, Southbank\, Victoria\, 3006\, Australia
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SUMMARY:VIC: Australian Sparkling Wine Show 2017 Results & Exhibitor/Trade Tasting
DESCRIPTION:160 of some of Australia’s finest sparkling wines all under the one roof! \nExhibitors and the wine trade are invited to the results presentation and tasting of all wines entered into the 2017 Australian Sparkling Wine Show (ASWS). \nWines will be available for tasting from 1-4pm with the trophy presentation at 1:30pm \nEntry is free for all 2017 ASWS exhibitors and wine trade\, but you must email info@australiansparklingwineshow.com.au to secure your ticket. \nWe look forward to seeing you there.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-australian-sparkling-wine-show-2017-results-exhibitortrade-tasting/
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SUMMARY:VIC: Tastes Of Burgundy & Champagne de Vigneron
DESCRIPTION:Tastes Of Burgundy in conjunction with Champagne de Vigneron will be showing a selection of wines and Champagnes from their respective current portfolios. \nSome of the domaines being shown are Lamy-Pillot (Chassagne-Montrachet)\, Gilles Bouton (Saint-Aubin)\, Bohrmann (Meursault)\, Xavier Durand (Comblanchien)\, Leon Barral (Languedoc)\, Chateau des Sarrins (Provence) and Christian Binner (Alsace). For the Champagnes – Glavier\, Miniere\, Ledru\, Voirin-Jumel\, Coquillette\, Bourgeois-Diaz. \nThe tasting will be held in East Melbourne on the edge of the CBD; please RSVP Jillian ( jillian@tastesofburgundy.com ) for confirmation and the event details. \n 
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