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SUMMARY:[NSW] Court of Master Sommeliers - Introductory Sommelier Certificate (3 Days)
DESCRIPTION:This is the first level at which all prospective Master Sommeliers should begin. The course is run over two days with the examinations held on the morning of the third day. \nThe content of the course covers: \n\nelementary practices in the vineyard and winemaking procedures.\nthe grape varieties\, origins\, specific winemaking procedures and classifications for all the major wines of the world.\nthe production\, raw materials and flavours of Spirits and liqueurs.\ntechnical skills of wine service.\nimportance of social skills.\nfundamentals of matching wines with food.\nan introduction to the skills of wine tasting.\n\n  \n\n\n\nDate\nSun April 7 – Tues April 9\, 2019\n\n\nLocation\nSydney CBD\, venue TBA\n\n\nAvailability\nRegistrations open Mon Sept 3\, 2018\n\n\nContact\nFranck Moreau MS
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SUMMARY:[NSW] Court of Master Sommeliers - Certified Sommelier Examination
DESCRIPTION:The Certified Sommelier qualification is the primary certification for wine and beverage professionals in the Hospitality Industry and is intended to provide a meaningful qualification for the working Sommelier. The examination will recognise beverage professionals whose knowledge\, skills and demeanour are worthy of the title – Certified Sommelier. \nThe pre-requisite for this examination is the Court of Master Sommeliers Introductory Sommelier Certificate. Candidates who wish to take the Certified Sommelier Certificate must do so within three years of passing the Introductory Certificate. \nThe Certified Sommelier Qualification is the pre-requisite for entry to the Advanced Sommelier Certificate course. \n  \n\n\n\nDate\nTues April 9\, 2019\n\n\nLocation\nSydney\, venue TBA\n\n\nAvailability\nRegistrations open Mon Sept 3\, 2018\n\n\nContact\nFranck Moreau MS
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/nsw-court-of-master-sommeliers-certified-sommelier-examination-2/
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SUMMARY:[VIC] WSET Level 2 - 3 day intensive
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. \n  \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 \n  \nThis course runs for three days from Monday the 15th of April to Wednesday the 17th of April 10:30am – 5:30pm with the examination on Wednesday the 17th of April. \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 specifications here prior to booking. \n  \nAll other enquiries please contact courses@winehouse.com.au
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LOCATION:Wine House Tasting Rooms\, 133 Queensbridge Street\, Southbank\, Victoria\, 3006\, Australia
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SUMMARY:La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs 2019 Young Sommeliers Competition Regional Exams
DESCRIPTION:In your state a 40 minute theory examination. \nLa Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Australia invites young Australian-based sommeliers to compete in the 2019 International Young Sommeliers Competition. \nThe Competition offers young sommeliers the opportunity to present their skills and “savoir faire” under highly competitive\, intense and gruelling testing conditions at the National and International levels.  It promotes their expertise and provides them help\, encouragement and support in their quest to be the best sommeliers of the future. \nThis Competition has demonstrated year after year to the world the incredible talent and professionalism available here as Australia has been highly successful in winning a medal every year for the past 7 years. This includes Gold\, against fierce competitors from participating countries including the US and GB. Such a success rate is testament to the high standards set by Australian establishments. \nState and National winners will be able to share prizes in cash and products exceeding $7\,000\, provided by leading industry partners. Additional partnerships and support are welcome to support the Competition and these young professionals. \nThe Competition is open to any qualified individual who has an interest in the wine and crafted beverage industry at least 21 years old and has not yet reached his or her 31st birthday by the end of September 2019.  It is held in three stages. Regional\,  National with the finals in Brisbane and the International finals in Seoul\, South Korea in September 2019. \n  \nDates \n15 April 2019: in your state a 40 minute theory examination. \n26 May 2019 in Brisbane:  Australian National Competition final  \n21-22 September\, in Seoul South Korea. International Final \n  \nFurther information \nSee the Competition Website for more information and entry form \nor \nContact John Studdert  Echanson d’Australie La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Young Sommeliers Competition Chairman of the Jury for Australia E-mail
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SUMMARY:[VIC] Tuscan Dinner with Lorenzo Pittara
DESCRIPTION:Tuscan Dinner with Lorenzo Pittara\, principle of Tenuta Il Palazzo\, Arezzo\, Chianti DOCG Tuscany \nVino Bambino is turning 10 and to celebrate we are hosting a trade only Tuscan Wine Dinner. \nDuring the night we will be enjoying and learning more about the three key appellations of Tuscany with wines from Il Palazzo Chianti DOCG and Chianti Riserva 2009. Querceto Di Castellina Chianti Classico DOCG certified organic and Martoccia Di Brunelli Rosso and Brunello Di Montalcino DOCG. \nLimited seats are available and to ensure your place please RSVP by Wednesday 17th April to luca@vinobambino.com.au / 0412657269 \n  \n \n  \n 
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LOCATION:Becco Restaurant\, 11-25 Crossley Street\,\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
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