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SUMMARY:WA: ACCOLADE’S FINEST EXPO - 25 brands\, 250 wines open to taste
DESCRIPTION:A showcase of our world class premium and luxury wine portfolio \nMeet the winemakers who create some of the finest wines in Australia \n25  BRANDS ON SHOW WITH OVER 250 WINES OPEN TO TASTE \nAccolade Wines wants to take the opportunity to invite you to a unique event that we are undertaking in February nationally. \nFor the first time in many years Accolade Wines is showcasing all of its premium wine portfolio to the trade. As our portfolio has expanded to include brands such as Grant Burge\, Petaluma\, St Hallett\, and Stonier along with multi-award winning wines under Hardys\, Houghton and House of Arras it is the perfect time for you to familiarise yourself with the unique portfolio offer that we now have at your disposal. \nMarket growth for premium wine (those wines above $15 retail) continues to drive the growth in the market. The total market is up 5% over the past year while +$15 wines have grown over 10%. Wine under $15 has grown a mere 1%. Accolade Wines is excited to provide you with the insight and stories that have made our premium wine portfolio one of the strongest in Australia. Please join us and hear about the exciting opportunities that lie within these brands\, direct from the winemakers responsible for them. \nREGISTRATION ESSENTIAL  \nTo register for Accolade’s Finest Expo Perth – Click Here \nMON\, 5 FEB 2018 12-5pm \nFraser’s\, State Reception Room\, L1\, \nKings Park\, Fraser Ave\, West Perth \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/wa-accolades-finest-expo-25-brands-250-wines-open-to-taste/
LOCATION:Fraser’s\, State Reception Room\, L1\, Kings Park\, Fraser Ave\,\, West Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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SUMMARY:VIC: WSET Level 2
DESCRIPTION:LOOKING BEHIND THE LABEL – SIX WEEK ACCREDITED COURSE \n\nIntensive 3 day course available on the 26th February 2018 \n\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. \n  \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 \n  \nThis course runs for 6 consecutive weeks every Tuesday evening from 6:30pm – 8:30pm starting on the 6th of February with one intensive Saturday on the3rd of March from 10:30am – 6pm. The Level 2 examination will be held on the final night of the course on the 13th of March. \n  \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. \n  \nWe recommend students download and read the specification here prior to booking. For all enquiries please contact courses@winehouse.com.au
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-wset-level-2/
LOCATION:Wine House Tasting Rooms\, 133 Queensbridge Street\, Southbank\, Victoria\, 3006\, Australia
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SUMMARY:VIC: GuildSomm Blind Tasting Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Join GuildSomm for our first-ever Blind Tasting Seminar in Melbourne! The seminar will be led by Master Sommelier Jonathan Ross and will focus on eight classic wines. Familiarity with the Court of Master Sommeliers blind tasting grid is encouraged but not required. This event is open to anyone in the wine business. \nWednesday\, February 7 \n11 AM – 1 PM\n\n\nBuilders Arms Hotel\n211 Gertrude Street\nFitzroy\, Victoria 3065\nAustralia \n  \nTo purchase tickets visit: The GuildSomm online store \nhttps://store2918116.ecwid.com/#!/Blind-Tasting-Seminar-Melbourne-2-7-2018/p/98945114/category=7109555 \n  \nPlease note that the cost of this seminar is $35 USD\, or approximately $45 AUD. \nTickets must be purchased prior to the event. Limit one ticket per person. \nCancellations made at least 72 hours in advance will be reimbursed. Email info@guildsomm.com.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-guildsomm-blind-tasting-seminar/
LOCATION:Builders Arms Hotel\, 211 Gertrude Street\, Fitzroy\, VIC\, 3065\, Australia
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SUMMARY:SA: ACCOLADE’S FINEST EXPO - Adelaide
DESCRIPTION:ACCOLADE’S FINEST EXPO \nA showcase of our world class premium and luxury wine portfolio \nMeet the winemakers who create some of the finest wines in Australia \n25  BRANDS ON SHOW WITH OVER 250 WINES OPEN TO TASTE \nAccolade Wines wants to take the opportunity to invite you to a unique event that we are undertaking in February nationally. \nFor the first time in many years Accolade Wines is showcasing all of its premium wine portfolio to the trade. As our portfolio has expanded to include brands such as Grant Burge\, Petaluma\, St Hallett\, and Stonier along with multi-awardwinning wines under Hardys\, Houghton and House of Arras it is the perfect time for you to familiarise yourself with the unique portfolio offer that we now have at your disposal. \nMarket growth for premium wine (those wines above $15 retail) continues to drive the growth in the market. The total market is up 5% over the past year while +$15 wines have grown over 10%. Wine under $15 has grown a mere 1%. Accolade Wines is excited to provide you with the insight and stories that have made our premium wine portfolio one of the strongest in Australia. Please join us and hear about the exciting opportunities that lie within these brands\, direct from the winemakers responsible for them. \n  \nWED\, 7 FEB 2018 12-5pm \nNational Wine Centre\, Hickenbotham Hall\, GF \nCnr Hackney Rd & Botanic Rd\, Adelaide \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/sa-accolades-finest-expo-adelaide/
LOCATION:National Wine Centre\, Cnr of Botanic & Hackney Roads\, Adelaide\, SA\, 5000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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SUMMARY:NSW: Professional Restaurant Sommelier Course
DESCRIPTION:This intensive 16 week course is ideal training for people who wish to commence their career as a Sommelier. \nThe course covers all the fundamental areas of training required of a Sommelier. It is ideal for people who wish to progress onto Court of Master Sommelier or WSET (Level 3) qualifications. \n Training in professional sensory evaluation\n Overview of viticulture and winemaking\n In-depth knowledge on Australian and Imported wine regions\n beers\, spirits and liqueurs\n Overview of the major imported wine styles and regions\n Practical food and wine matching\n Designing\, constructing and costing restaurant wine lists\n Practice of the storage\, sale and service of wine\n The role of Sommelier and communicating with customers\n Introduction to the Australian Wine Industry \n  \nCourse conducted by Sommelier Joe Turnaturi and Clive Hartley\, as well as guest lecturers. \n1 day per week – Monday 9:30 til 4pm for 16 weeks. \nEnrol now https://sydneywineacademy.edu.au/courses/sommelier\nor call 02 9 448 6369 for more information
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/nsw-professional-restaurant-sommelier-course/
LOCATION:Sydney Wine Academy\, Ryde College\, 250 Blaxland Road\, Ryde\, NSW\, 2112\, Australia
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SUMMARY:VIC: ACCOLADE’S FINEST EXPO - Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:ACCOLADE’S FINEST EXPO \nA showcase of our world class premium and luxury wine portfolio \nMeet the winemakers who create some of the finest wines in Australia \n25  BRANDS ON SHOW WITH OVER 250 WINES OPEN TO TASTE \nAccolade Wines wants to take the opportunity to invite you to a unique event that we are undertaking in February nationally. \nFor the first time in many years Accolade Wines is showcasing all of its premium wine portfolio to the trade. As our portfolio has expanded to include brands such as Grant Burge\, Petaluma\, St Hallett\, and Stonier along with multi-awardwinning wines under Hardys\, Houghton and House of Arras it is the perfect time for you to familiarise yourself with the unique portfolio offer that we now have at your disposal. \nMarket growth for premium wine (those wines above $15 retail) continues to drive the growth in the market. The total market is up 5% over the past year while +$15 wines have grown over 10%. Wine under $15 has grown a mere 1%. Accolade Wines is excited to provide you with the insight and stories that have made our premium wine portfolio one of the strongest in Australia. Please join us and hear about the exciting opportunities that lie within these brands\, direct from the winemakers responsible for them. \nMON\, 12 FEB 2018 11.30am-4.30pm \nPeninsula\, Shed 14- Central Pier \n161 Harbour Esplanade\, Docklands\, Victoria \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-accolades-finest-expo-melbourne/
LOCATION:Peninsula\, Shed 14- Central Pier\, 161 Harbour Esplanade\, Docklands\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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SUMMARY:VIC: Gembrook Hill and The Wanderer New Pinot Release plus vertical tasting
DESCRIPTION:Trade Tasting of the New Release Gembrook Hill and The Wanderer Pinots \nPlus a vertical tasting of a selection of Gembrook Hill wines from 28+ vintages and from The Wanderer 12+ vintages \nPlus something refreshing from the Melbourne Gin Company \nAt the Tea Room above the City Wine Shop \nFor more info please contact Andrew@wandererwines.com
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/gembrook-hill-and-the-wanderer-new-pinot-release-plus-vertical-tasting/
LOCATION:Tea Room at The European\, Upstairs\, 161 Spring Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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SUMMARY:QLD: ACCOLADE’S FINEST EXPO - Brisbane
DESCRIPTION:ACCOLADE’S FINEST EXPO \nA showcase of our world class premium and luxury wine portfolio \nMeet the winemakers who create some of the finest wines in Australia \n25 BRANDS ON SHOW WITH OVER 250 WINES OPEN TO TASTE \nAccolade Wines wants to take the opportunity to invite you to a unique event that we are undertaking in February nationally. \nFor the first time in many years Accolade Wines is showcasing all of its premium wine portfolio to the trade. As our portfolio has expanded to include brands such as Grant Burge\, Petaluma\, St Hallett\, and Stonier along with multi-award winning wines under Hardys\, Houghton and House of Arras it is the perfect time for you to familiarise yourself with the unique portfolio offer that we now have at your disposal. \nMarket growth for premium wine (those wines above $15 retail) continues to drive the growth in the market. The total market is up 5% over the past year while +$15 wines have grown over 10%. Wine under $15 has grown a mere 1%. Accolade Wines is excited to provide you with the insight and stories that have made our premium wine portfolio one of the strongest in Australia. Please join us and hear about the exciting opportunities that lie within these brands\, direct from the winemakers responsible for them. \nTHU\, 15 FEB 2018 12-5pm \nLightspace\, 30 Light Street \nFortitude Valley\, Queensland \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/qld-accolades-finest-expo-brisbane/
LOCATION:Lightspace\, 30 Light Street\, Fortitude Valley\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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SUMMARY:VIC: CMS Introductory Sommelier Certificate
DESCRIPTION:Court of Master Sommeliers Introductory Sommelier Certificate \nDate – 18-20 February \nTime – \n\nDay 1: 0730 – 1800\nDay 2: 0800 – 1800\nDay 3: 0815 – 1930\n\nVenue – TBC \n  \nFor more information or to register please email info@courtofmastersommeliers.com.au
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-cms-introductory-sommelier-certificate/
LOCATION:VIC
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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SUMMARY:NSW: ACCOLADE’S FINEST EXPO - Sydney
DESCRIPTION:ACCOLADE’S FINEST EXPO \nA showcase of our world class premium and luxury wine portfolio \nMeet the winemakers who create some of the finest wines in Australia \n25 BRANDS ON SHOW WITH OVER 250 WINES OPEN TO TASTE \nAccolade Wines wants to take the opportunity to invite you to a unique event that we are undertaking in February nationally. \nFor the first time in many years Accolade Wines is showcasing all of its premium wine portfolio to the trade. As our portfolio has expanded to include brands such as Grant Burge\, Petaluma\, St Hallett\, and Stonier along with multi-awardwinning wines under Hardys\, Houghton and House of Arras it is the perfect time for you to familiarise yourself with the unique portfolio offer that we now have at your disposal. \nMarket growth for premium wine (those wines above $15 retail) continues to drive the growth in the market. The total market is up 5% over the past year while +$15 wines have grown over 10%. Wine under $15 has grown a mere 1%. Accolade Wines is excited to provide you with the insight and stories that have made our premium wine portfolio one of the strongest in Australia. Please join us and hear about the exciting opportunities that lie within these brands\, direct from the winemakers responsible for them. \nMON\, 19 FEB 2018 11.30am-4.30pm \nDoltone House – Hyde Park\, \nL3 181 Elizabeth St\, Hyde Park\, Sydney \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/nsw-accolades-finest-expo-sydney/
LOCATION:Doltone House – Hyde Park\, L3 181 Elizabeth St\,\, Sydney\, NSW\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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SUMMARY:VIC: Young Gun of Wine UNCUT - Melbourne Trade tasting
DESCRIPTION:Young Gun of Wine is hosting a trade-only preview of Victorian winemakers entered in the 2018 Young Gun of Wine on the Siglo rooftop (above City Wine Shop).\n\n\n\n\n\nWinemakers will be pouring around 60 wines from Victoria. This is your chance to discover emerging wines and winemakers before anyone else.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNo RSVP required.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nAll Saints Estate / St Leonards Vineyard / Athletes Of Wine / Bass River / Best’s Great Western / Billy Button / Brown Brothers / Clyde Park Vineyard / Dappled Wines / Devil’s Cave Vineyard / Dirty Three Wines / Fetherston Vintners / Handpicked Wines / Jackson Brooke Wine / Kooyong Wines / Port Phillip Estate / Lady & The Hawk / MoFro Wines / Rising / Rouleur / Rutherglen Estates / Santolin Wines / Sutton Grange Winery / Symphonia / Tellurian / Terindah Estate / Trofeo Estate / Wilimee & Galli Estate / Wine Unplugged / Pacha Mama\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou will also get a snapshot of the new ootra app\, which will be launched in the coming months. ootra is a radical new home to a community of independent winemakers and passionate hospitality professionals\, connecting and trading in real time.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/young-gun-of-wine-uncut-melbourne-trade-tasting/
LOCATION:Siglo\, 161 Spring Street (above City Wine Shop & The Melbourne Supper Club)\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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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. \nThe 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 \n  \nPalate training is part of every lesson. \nThe course will run over Monday and Tuesday evenings (6.30-8.30pm) on the 19th\, 20th\, 26th of February and the 5th\, 6th\, 13th\, 19th\, 20th\, 26th\, 27th of March. There will also be TWO intensive Saturday classes held for a full day on the 3rd of March and the 17th of March (from 10:30am – 5:30pm). \nThe examination will be held on the 3rd of April 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 \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-wset-level-3/
LOCATION:Wine House Tasting Rooms\, 133 Queensbridge Street\, Southbank\, Victoria\, 3006\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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SUMMARY:VIC: CMS Certified Examination
DESCRIPTION:Court of Master Sommeliers Certified Examination \nDate – 20 February \nTime – 9.30 – 19.30 \nVenue – TBC \n  \nFor more information on the programme and fees\, or to register please email info@courtofmastersommeliers.com.au \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-cms-certified-examination/
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CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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SUMMARY:VIC: WSET Level 1 in SAKE
DESCRIPTION:Confidence in SAKE. \nOne day accredited course. \nCandidates must book in no later than the 14th of February 2018 \nThis qualification aims to provide basic product knowledge and skills in the service and retail of Sake to prepare a person in hospitality or retail. It is also suitable for the beginner sake enthusiast and is accompanied by a food and wine matching element. The qualification introduces candidates to: \n– Production of Sake \n– Grades and styles of Sake \n– Labelling terms \n– Storage and Service of Sake \n– Common faults in Sake \n– Food and Sake pairing \n– Several Sake will be tasted according to the WSET systematic approach to tasting \n  \nTo gain this Level 1 award candidates are required to: \n– complete a one day course at Wine House \n– successfully complete a multiple choice paper of 30 questions and a portfolio of tasting notes. \n  \nThe course is held at the Wine House on Saturday 24th of February 10:30am – 6:30pm \n  \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 here prior to booking. \nFor all enquiries please contact \ncourses@winehouse.com.au
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-wset-level-1-in-sake/
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SUMMARY:VIC: Autumn Trade Day
DESCRIPTION:WINE TRADE TASTING | Tues\, 27 Feb\, 11am – 5pm | Meat Fish Wine\, 31 Artemis Ln\, Melbourne | RSVP: avery@enoteca.com.au or your sales rep. \nWith special guests from Mount Etna and Loire Valley\, featuring wines from: \n\nEnoteca Sileno\nHeart & Soil\nWorld Wine Estates\nFranc About Wine\nPure Wine Co\n#StockonHand\nThe Collection Fine Wines\nVintage & Vine\nTraverse Wines\n\n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/autumn-trade-day/
LOCATION:Meat Fish Wine\, 31 Artemis Lane\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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