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SUMMARY:[VIC] Champagne Workshops with Champagne Bureau Australia
DESCRIPTION:With Australian’s consumption of Champagne ever increasing\, now is the perfect time to learn more about the diversity of this category. \nJoin Sommeliers Australia and Champagne Bureau director John Noble as they present a series of educational Champagne workshops nationally. \nThe popular new format of the Champagne Bureau workshops will show a mix of six specially selected Champagne cuvees and focus on the key aspects of Champagne terroirs and production. Each session will focus on a single facet of Champagne and is an opportunity to drill down into the terroirs of the appellation\, the grape varietals and vinification techniques used in the production of Champagne. You will also discover the most up to date information regarding the region’s implementation of sustainable practices and adaptations for a changing climate. \nSee below for the full workshop programme. \n  \nPlease note: these workshops are available strictly for Sommeliers Australia members and professionals working in the wine and hospitality industry only. If you have any questions regarding the Champagne Bureau Workshops or your eligibility to attend\, please do not hesitate to contact info@champagne.com.au \n  \nTICKETS:\n \n⇒ Sommeliers Australia Members – $30 + booking fee per session / $75 + booking fee for a full day\n \n\nChampagne Bureau is kindly managing the workshop bookings\, so to access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au\, click the ‘View Members Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Champagne Workshop access code. Then proceed to Humanitix and apply the access code to reveal the Members priced tickets.\n\n⇒ Non-Members – $45 + booking fee per session / $90 + booking fee for a full day \n  \nTO BOOK:\nBookings are essential and will be taken until 4pm\, Thursday 28 July\, unless booked out prior. \nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \n\nWorkshop programme\n  \nDay 1 | Monday 1 August \n11am [Champagne Production] Champagne Production will look at the winemaking techniques used in the Champagne making process (including primary and secondary fermentations). We will also discuss the role of malolactic; the Chef de Cave’s decisions around dosage and the role of reserve wines in Le Champagne. \n  \n1pm [Meunier] The understanding of Meunier is often perceived for its role in the Champagne blend and notions of roundness or suppleness – but many producers are now focusing on the ‘other black grape’ for its unique fleshy\, fruity characteristics in single varietal cuvées. \n  \n3pm [Pinot Noir] Pinot Noir is often described as providing the backbone and body of Champagne wines\, but what does this mean? This session will look at Champagnes with a ‘Pinot Dominant’ style through to different styles of Blanc de Noirs. \n  \nDay 2 | Tuesday 2 August \n11am [Champagne Terroirs] The appellation of Champagne is comprised of 34 300 hectares of vines within a strictly defined geographical area. This Champagne Terroirs workshop will look at what makes the vineyards of La Champagne so unique and define some of the characteristics that make them notable. In this session we will discuss where the vineyards are located and their aspect as well as soil and subsoil characteristics. \n  \n1pm [Chardonnay] This Chardonnay workshop will examine the role of Chardonnay in Champagne wines; in both 100% Chardonnay cuvees ie. Blanc de Blancs and ‘Chardonnay dominant’ blends. Freshness\, delicacy and elegance are often descriptors of Champagne elaborated with the Chardonnay varietal and this tasting will compare Champagne cuvées to look at the typicity of these styles of Champagne. \n  \n3pm [Champagne Rosé] The literal translation of Champagne Rosé is ‘Pink Champagne’ however\, the diversity of Champagne Rosé cuvées available in Australia show that it is many things other than simply ‘pink’ – including accents of copper\, amber\, peach or deep magenta. This session will look at the effect winemaking and terroirs can bring to this hugely diverse category of Champagne and discuss how it can successfully pair with a variety of cuisines and occasions.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-champagne-workshops-with-champagne-bureau-australia/2022-08-01/
LOCATION:Cumulus Inc.\, 45 Flinders Lane\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
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SUMMARY:[VIC] Champagne Workshops with Champagne Bureau Australia
DESCRIPTION:With Australian’s consumption of Champagne ever increasing\, now is the perfect time to learn more about the diversity of this category. \nJoin Sommeliers Australia and Champagne Bureau director John Noble as they present a series of educational Champagne workshops nationally. \nThe popular new format of the Champagne Bureau workshops will show a mix of six specially selected Champagne cuvees and focus on the key aspects of Champagne terroirs and production. Each session will focus on a single facet of Champagne and is an opportunity to drill down into the terroirs of the appellation\, the grape varietals and vinification techniques used in the production of Champagne. You will also discover the most up to date information regarding the region’s implementation of sustainable practices and adaptations for a changing climate. \nSee below for the full workshop programme. \n  \nPlease note: these workshops are available strictly for Sommeliers Australia members and professionals working in the wine and hospitality industry only. If you have any questions regarding the Champagne Bureau Workshops or your eligibility to attend\, please do not hesitate to contact info@champagne.com.au \n  \nTICKETS:\n \n⇒ Sommeliers Australia Members – $30 + booking fee per session / $75 + booking fee for a full day\n \n\nChampagne Bureau is kindly managing the workshop bookings\, so to access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au\, click the ‘View Members Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Champagne Workshop access code. Then proceed to Humanitix and apply the access code to reveal the Members priced tickets.\n\n⇒ Non-Members – $45 + booking fee per session / $90 + booking fee for a full day \n  \nTO BOOK:\nBookings are essential and will be taken until 4pm\, Thursday 28 July\, unless booked out prior. \nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \n\nWorkshop programme\n  \nDay 1 | Monday 1 August \n11am [Champagne Production] Champagne Production will look at the winemaking techniques used in the Champagne making process (including primary and secondary fermentations). We will also discuss the role of malolactic; the Chef de Cave’s decisions around dosage and the role of reserve wines in Le Champagne. \n  \n1pm [Meunier] The understanding of Meunier is often perceived for its role in the Champagne blend and notions of roundness or suppleness – but many producers are now focusing on the ‘other black grape’ for its unique fleshy\, fruity characteristics in single varietal cuvées. \n  \n3pm [Pinot Noir] Pinot Noir is often described as providing the backbone and body of Champagne wines\, but what does this mean? This session will look at Champagnes with a ‘Pinot Dominant’ style through to different styles of Blanc de Noirs. \n  \nDay 2 | Tuesday 2 August \n11am [Champagne Terroirs] The appellation of Champagne is comprised of 34 300 hectares of vines within a strictly defined geographical area. This Champagne Terroirs workshop will look at what makes the vineyards of La Champagne so unique and define some of the characteristics that make them notable. In this session we will discuss where the vineyards are located and their aspect as well as soil and subsoil characteristics. \n  \n1pm [Chardonnay] This Chardonnay workshop will examine the role of Chardonnay in Champagne wines; in both 100% Chardonnay cuvees ie. Blanc de Blancs and ‘Chardonnay dominant’ blends. Freshness\, delicacy and elegance are often descriptors of Champagne elaborated with the Chardonnay varietal and this tasting will compare Champagne cuvées to look at the typicity of these styles of Champagne. \n  \n3pm [Champagne Rosé] The literal translation of Champagne Rosé is ‘Pink Champagne’ however\, the diversity of Champagne Rosé cuvées available in Australia show that it is many things other than simply ‘pink’ – including accents of copper\, amber\, peach or deep magenta. This session will look at the effect winemaking and terroirs can bring to this hugely diverse category of Champagne and discuss how it can successfully pair with a variety of cuisines and occasions.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-champagne-workshops-with-champagne-bureau-australia-2022-08-02/
LOCATION:Cumulus Inc.\, 45 Flinders Lane\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
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SUMMARY:[VIC] WSET Level 2 Course - 02/08/2022 at Melbourne Wine House
DESCRIPTION:SIX-WEEK ACCREDITED COURSE\nSTUDENTS MUST BOOK IN BY 29TH OF JULY 2022. \nThe WSET Level 2 Award in Wines is a beginner- to intermediate-level qualification exploring wines\, suitable for industry professionals and wine enthusiasts. This qualification is intended for beginners wishing to learn about a wide range of wines or those seeking to build on the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines. You will gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world\, the regions in which they are grown\, and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory\, you will explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe these wines with confidence. \nWine tasting is a part of every session. There is a strong European focus. \nThis course runs for 5 consecutive Tuesdays from the 2nd August to the 30 of August 6:30pm – 8:30pm with an Intensive Saturday on 20th of August 11am – 6pm. \nDetailed Course Dates and Times: \n– Tuesdays on 02/08/2022\, 09/08/2022\, 16/08/2022\, 23/08/2022\, 30/08/2022. Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm \n– Saturday 20/08/2022. Time: 11am – 6pm \n– Exam will be held on Wednesday the 7th of September at 6:30pm. \n  \nCourse Programme: \n– How to taste and describe wine using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT) \n– How environmental factors\, grape-growing\, winemaking and maturation options influence the style and quality of wines made from eight principal grape varieties: Chardonnay\, Pinot Grigio/Gris\, Sauvignon Blanc\, Riesling\, Cabernet Sauvignon\, Merlot\, Pinot Noir\, and Syrah/Shiraz \n– The style and quality of wines: made from 22 regionally important grape varieties; produced in over 70 geographical indications (GIs) around the world \n– How grape varieties and winemaking processes influence key styles of: sparkling wines and fortified wines \n– Key labelling terms used to indicate origin\, style and quality \n– Principles and processes involved in the storage and service of wine \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 $170 if a student does not attend the exam for any reason or fails the exam. \nPlease note that your booking details are transferred to WSET for registration. \nWe recommend students download and read the specifications here: https://www.wsetglobal.com/media/6942/wset_l2wines_specification_en_may2019.pdf\, prior to booking. \nAll other enquiries\, please contact courses@winehouse.com.au.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-wset-level-2-course-02-08-2022-at-melbourne-wine-house/
LOCATION:Wine House Tasting Rooms\, 133 Queensbridge Street\, Southbank\, Victoria\, 3006\, Australia
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SUMMARY:[VIC] Italian Wine Scholar Prep - 03/08/2022 at Melbourne Wine House
DESCRIPTION:BECOME AN ITALIAN WINE SCHOLAR\nCANDIDATES MUST BOOK IN NO LATER THAN 6PM ON THE 28TH JULY 2022. \nThe Wine Scholar Guild is an highly regarded\, internationally recognised Wine Education body which provides in depth insight into specific wine producing countries. \nThe Italian Wine Scholar Prep course is a 4 session course designed to address the needs of the inquisitive wine enthusiast and aspiring wine professional alike. As a foundation course\, IWS Prep remains accessible but is content-rich and full of cultural highlights and fine Italian wine. \nThe course provides an introduction to Italy\, explores its key wine regions and delivers core information on 39 of the country’s need-to-know wines. \nIWS Prep is your passport to understanding Italian wine. \nThis course is delivered over four sessions on the following dates: \n03/08/2022: 6:30pm – 9pm – Introduction and Sparkling Wine of Italy\n10/08/2022: 6:30pm – 9pm – Northern Italian Reds and Whites\n17/08/2022: 6:30pm – 9pm – Central Italian Reds and Whites\n24/08/2022: 6:30pm – 9pm – Southern Italian Reds and Whites\n31/08/2022: 6:30pm – Exam \nLocation: Wine House Upstairs Tasting Rooms\, 133 Queensbridge St\, Southbank. \nPremium wine tasting is a feature of each session\, along with valuable insight into the content along with learning aids. The price of the course includes access to the IWS Prep online resources for 1 year. \nThe exam is comprised of 50 multiple-choice questions in 45 minutes and on passing students receive a certificate\, pin and ‘IWSprep’ post-nominal. \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. There is a re-sit exam fee of $150 if a student does not attend the exam for any reason or fails the exam. \nFor more information please contact courses@winehouse.com.au
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-italian-wine-scholar-prep-03-08-2022-at-melbourne-wine-house/
LOCATION:Wine House Tasting Rooms\, 133 Queensbridge Street\, Southbank\, Victoria\, 3006\, Australia
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SUMMARY:[VIC] Organic Journey: A Masterclass
DESCRIPTION: * SOLD OUT *\n  \nWith so much significance currently placed on climate change\, the wine industry is one sector that is deeply and immediately affected by extreme variations in environmental conditions. \nSo\, how can the industry do their bit to support environmental change? \nWith sustainability as their core mission for over 20 years\, Voyager Estate approaches the climate change crisis at ground level\, with a focus on building and improving soil carbon\, ecosystem support\, land management\, water efficiency and utilising renewable energy. \nThe entire Voyager Estate team aims to leave the land on which they work in a better state for future generations than when the business started. With all of the fruit grown and meticulously crafted on their property\, Voyager Estate’s vineyards are 100% organically farmed\, with wines transitioning to full certification by 2023. \nIn collaboration with Sommeliers Australia\, the team at Voyager Estate invites you to share in their journey toward organic certification\, benchmarking current and back releases with an array of organically farmed wines from quality producers that the Voyager’s winemaking team look to for inspiration. \nJoin Voyager Estate Winemaker James Penton\, Market Development Manager Tom Kline\, and guest sommelier Chris Ryan (Best Sommelier of Australia 2021\, Cumulus Inc.)\, as they take a deep dive into the philosophy\, challenges\, and happy surprises behind Voyager’s organic certification process; whilst tasting through multiple brackets of interesting reference wines. \n  \nTICKETS:\n⇒ Sommeliers Australia Members – FREE\, but RSVP is essential \n\nTo access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au and click the ‘View Members Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Organic Journey FREE coupon code\, then proceed to Humanitix and apply the code at checkout.\n\n⇒ Non-Members – $40 + booking fee\n(A limited number of Non-Members tickets are available for purchase.) \n  \nTO BOOK:\nBookings are essential and will be taken until 12pm\, Friday 5 August\, unless booked out prior. \nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-organic-journey-a-masterclass/
LOCATION:Grossi Florentino (Wynn Room)\, 80 Bourke Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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SUMMARY:[NSW] Organic Journey: A Masterclass
DESCRIPTION: * FREE event for members *\n  \nWith so much significance currently placed on climate change\, the wine industry is one sector that is deeply and immediately affected by extreme variations in environmental conditions. \nSo\, how can the industry do their bit to support environmental change? \nWith sustainability as their core mission for over 20 years\, Voyager Estate approaches the climate change crisis at ground level\, with a focus on building and improving soil carbon\, ecosystem support\, land management\, water efficiency and utilising renewable energy. \nThe entire Voyager Estate team aims to leave the land on which they work in a better state for future generations than when the business started. With all of the fruit grown and meticulously crafted on their property\, Voyager Estate’s vineyards are 100% organically farmed\, with wines transitioning to full certification by 2023. \nIn collaboration with Sommeliers Australia\, the team at Voyager Estate invites you to share in their journey toward organic certification\, benchmarking current and back releases with an array of organically farmed wines from quality producers that the Voyager’s winemaking team look to for inspiration. \nJoin Voyager Estate Winemaker\, James Penton\, Market Development Manager\, Tom Kline\, and guest sommelier Louella Mathews (Trippas White Group) as they take a deep dive into the philosophy\, challenges\, and happy surprises behind Voyager’s organic certification process; whilst tasting through multiple brackets of interesting reference wines. \n  \nTICKETS:\n⇒ Sommeliers Australia Members – FREE\, but RSVP is essential \n\nTo access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au and click the ‘View Members Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Organic Journey FREE coupon code\, then proceed to Humanitix and apply the code at checkout.\n\n⇒ Non-Members – $40 + booking fee\n(A limited number of Non-Members tickets are available for purchase.) \n  \nTO BOOK:\nBookings are essential and will be taken until 12pm\, Friday 5 August\, unless booked out prior. \nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/nsw-organic-journey-a-masterclass/
LOCATION:Esquire Bar + Bistro\, Shop 1 Level 2 QVB\, 455 George Street (via Market St entrance)\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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SUMMARY:[NSW] Champagne Workshops with Champagne Bureau Australia
DESCRIPTION:With Australian’s consumption of Champagne ever increasing\, now is the perfect time to learn more about the diversity of this category. \nJoin Sommeliers Australia and Champagne Bureau director John Noble as they present a series of educational Champagne workshops nationally. \nThe popular new format of the Champagne Bureau workshops will show a mix of six specially selected Champagne cuvees and focus on the key aspects of Champagne terroirs and production. Each session will focus on a single facet of Champagne and is an opportunity to drill down into the terroirs of the appellation\, the grape varietals and vinification techniques used in the production of Champagne. You will also discover the most up to date information regarding the region’s implementation of sustainable practices and adaptations for a changing climate. \nSee below for the full workshop programme. \n  \nPlease note: these workshops are available strictly for Sommeliers Australia members and professionals working in the wine and hospitality industry only. If you have any questions regarding the Champagne Bureau Workshops or your eligibility to attend\, please do not hesitate to contact info@champagne.com.au \n  \nTICKETS:\n \n⇒ Sommeliers Australia Members – $30 + booking fee per session / $75 + booking fee for a full day\n \n\nChampagne Bureau is kindly managing the workshop bookings\, so to access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au\, click the ‘View Members Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Champagne Workshop access code. Then proceed to Humanitix and apply the access code to reveal the Members priced tickets.\n\n⇒ Non-Members – $45 + booking fee per session / $90 + booking fee for a full day \n  \nTO BOOK:\nBookings are essential and will be taken until 4pm\, Thursday 12 August\, unless booked out prior. \nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \n\nWorkshop programme\n  \nDay 1 | Monday 15 August \n11am [Champagne Production] Champagne Production will look at the winemaking techniques used in the Champagne making process (including primary and secondary fermentations). We will also discuss the role of malolactic; the Chef de Cave’s decisions around dosage and the role of reserve wines in Le Champagne. \n  \n1pm [Meunier] The understanding of Meunier is often perceived for its role in the Champagne blend and notions of roundness or suppleness – but many producers are now focusing on the ‘other black grape’ for its unique fleshy\, fruity characteristics in single varietal cuvées. \n  \n3pm [Pinot Noir] Pinot Noir is often described as providing the backbone and body of Champagne wines\, but what does this mean? This session will look at Champagnes with a ‘Pinot Dominant’ style through to different styles of Blanc de Noirs. \n  \nDay 2 | Tuesday 16 August \n11am [Champagne Terroirs] The appellation of Champagne is comprised of 34 300 hectares of vines within a strictly defined geographical area. This Champagne Terroirs workshop will look at what makes the vineyards of La Champagne so unique and define some of the characteristics that make them notable. In this session we will discuss where the vineyards are located and their aspect as well as soil and subsoil characteristics. \n  \n1pm [Chardonnay] This Chardonnay workshop will examine the role of Chardonnay in Champagne wines; in both 100% Chardonnay cuvees ie. Blanc de Blancs and ‘Chardonnay dominant’ blends. Freshness\, delicacy and elegance are often descriptors of Champagne elaborated with the Chardonnay varietal and this tasting will compare Champagne cuvées to look at the typicity of these styles of Champagne. \n  \n3pm [Champagne Rosé] The literal translation of Champagne Rosé is ‘Pink Champagne’ however\, the diversity of Champagne Rosé cuvées available in Australia show that it is many things other than simply ‘pink’ – including accents of copper\, amber\, peach or deep magenta. This session will look at the effect winemaking and terroirs can bring to this hugely diverse category of Champagne and discuss how it can successfully pair with a variety of cuisines and occasions.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/nsw-champagne-workshops-with-champagne-bureau-australia/2022-08-15/
LOCATION:Franca + Parlar\, 81 Macleay Street\, Potts Point\, NSW\, 2011\, Australia
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SUMMARY:[QLD] Organic Journey: A Masterclass
DESCRIPTION: * FREE event for members *\nWith so much significance currently placed on climate change\, the wine industry is one sector that is deeply and immediately affected by extreme variations in environmental conditions. \nSo\, how can the industry do their bit to support environmental change? \nWith sustainability as their core mission for over 20 years\, Voyager Estate approaches the climate change crisis at ground level\, with a focus on building and improving soil carbon\, ecosystem support\, land management\, water efficiency and utilising renewable energy. \nThe entire Voyager Estate team aims to leave the land on which they work in a better state for future generations than when the business started. With all of the fruit grown and meticulously crafted on their property\, Voyager Estate’s vineyards are 100% organically farmed\, with wines transitioning to full certification by 2023. \nIn collaboration with Sommeliers Australia\, the team at Voyager Estate invites you to share in their journey toward organic certification\, benchmarking current and back releases with an array of organically farmed wines from quality producers that the Voyager’s winemaking team look to for inspiration. \nJoin Voyager Estate Winemaker\, James Penton\, Market Development Manager\, Tom Kline\, and guest sommelier Marcel Thomson (Blackbird Bar & Grill) as they take a deep dive into the philosophy\, challenges\, and happy surprises behind Voyager’s organic certification process; whilst tasting through multiple brackets of interesting reference wines. \n  \nTICKETS:\n⇒ Sommeliers Australia Members – FREE\, but RSVP is essential \n\nTo access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au and click the ‘View Members Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Organic Journey FREE coupon code\, then proceed to Humanitix and apply the code at checkout.\n\n⇒ Non-Members – $40 + booking fee\n(A limited number of Non-Members tickets are available for purchase.) \n  \nTO BOOK:\nBookings are essential and will be taken until 12pm\, Friday 12 August\, unless booked out prior. \nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/qld-organic-journey-a-masterclass/
LOCATION:Blackbird\, Riverside Centre\, 123 Eagle Street\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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SUMMARY:[NSW] Champagne Workshops with Champagne Bureau Australia
DESCRIPTION:With Australian’s consumption of Champagne ever increasing\, now is the perfect time to learn more about the diversity of this category. \nJoin Sommeliers Australia and Champagne Bureau director John Noble as they present a series of educational Champagne workshops nationally. \nThe popular new format of the Champagne Bureau workshops will show a mix of six specially selected Champagne cuvees and focus on the key aspects of Champagne terroirs and production. Each session will focus on a single facet of Champagne and is an opportunity to drill down into the terroirs of the appellation\, the grape varietals and vinification techniques used in the production of Champagne. You will also discover the most up to date information regarding the region’s implementation of sustainable practices and adaptations for a changing climate. \nSee below for the full workshop programme. \n  \nPlease note: these workshops are available strictly for Sommeliers Australia members and professionals working in the wine and hospitality industry only. If you have any questions regarding the Champagne Bureau Workshops or your eligibility to attend\, please do not hesitate to contact info@champagne.com.au \n  \nTICKETS:\n \n⇒ Sommeliers Australia Members – $30 + booking fee per session / $75 + booking fee for a full day\n \n\nChampagne Bureau is kindly managing the workshop bookings\, so to access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au\, click the ‘View Members Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Champagne Workshop access code. Then proceed to Humanitix and apply the access code to reveal the Members priced tickets.\n\n⇒ Non-Members – $45 + booking fee per session / $90 + booking fee for a full day \n  \nTO BOOK:\nBookings are essential and will be taken until 4pm\, Thursday 12 August\, unless booked out prior. \nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \n\nWorkshop programme\n  \nDay 1 | Monday 15 August \n11am [Champagne Production] Champagne Production will look at the winemaking techniques used in the Champagne making process (including primary and secondary fermentations). We will also discuss the role of malolactic; the Chef de Cave’s decisions around dosage and the role of reserve wines in Le Champagne. \n  \n1pm [Meunier] The understanding of Meunier is often perceived for its role in the Champagne blend and notions of roundness or suppleness – but many producers are now focusing on the ‘other black grape’ for its unique fleshy\, fruity characteristics in single varietal cuvées. \n  \n3pm [Pinot Noir] Pinot Noir is often described as providing the backbone and body of Champagne wines\, but what does this mean? This session will look at Champagnes with a ‘Pinot Dominant’ style through to different styles of Blanc de Noirs. \n  \nDay 2 | Tuesday 16 August \n11am [Champagne Terroirs] The appellation of Champagne is comprised of 34 300 hectares of vines within a strictly defined geographical area. This Champagne Terroirs workshop will look at what makes the vineyards of La Champagne so unique and define some of the characteristics that make them notable. In this session we will discuss where the vineyards are located and their aspect as well as soil and subsoil characteristics. \n  \n1pm [Chardonnay] This Chardonnay workshop will examine the role of Chardonnay in Champagne wines; in both 100% Chardonnay cuvees ie. Blanc de Blancs and ‘Chardonnay dominant’ blends. Freshness\, delicacy and elegance are often descriptors of Champagne elaborated with the Chardonnay varietal and this tasting will compare Champagne cuvées to look at the typicity of these styles of Champagne. \n  \n3pm [Champagne Rosé] The literal translation of Champagne Rosé is ‘Pink Champagne’ however\, the diversity of Champagne Rosé cuvées available in Australia show that it is many things other than simply ‘pink’ – including accents of copper\, amber\, peach or deep magenta. This session will look at the effect winemaking and terroirs can bring to this hugely diverse category of Champagne and discuss how it can successfully pair with a variety of cuisines and occasions.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/nsw-champagne-workshops-with-champagne-bureau-australia-2022-08-16/
LOCATION:Franca + Parlar\, 81 Macleay Street\, Potts Point\, NSW\, 2011\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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SUMMARY:[VIC] Trade Day: Nelson Wine Co. & Winestock
DESCRIPTION:Join Nelson Wine Co. and Winestock (VIC) at their 2022 Melbourne Trade Day at the Sofitel Ball Room. \nSommeliers and Wine Staff\, Wine Retailers\, and On Premise Bartenders are all welcome to attend. \n  \nRSVP to book your entry to the Trade Day …  click here or scan below
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-trade-day-nelson-wine-co-winestock/
LOCATION:Sofitel Grand Ballroom\, 25 Collins Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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SUMMARY:[WA] Champagne Workshop with Champagne Bureau Australia
DESCRIPTION:With Australian’s consumption of Champagne ever increasing\, now is the perfect time to learn more about the diversity of this category. \nJoin Sommeliers Australia and Champagne Bureau director John Noble as they present an in-depth workshop focussing on the key aspects of Champagne terroirs\, showcasing six specially selected Champagne cuvees. \nThe appellation of Champagne is comprised of 34 300 hectares of vines within a strictly defined geographical area. This Champagne Terroirs workshop will look at what makes the vineyards of La Champagne so unique and define some of the characteristics that make them notable. In this session we will discuss where the vineyards are located and their aspect as well as soil and subsoil characteristics. \n  \nSeats are limited to 10 – so book fast! \n  \nPlease note: these workshops are available strictly for Sommeliers Australia members and professionals working in the wine and hospitality industry only. If you have any questions regarding the Champagne Bureau Workshops or your eligibility to attend\, please do not hesitate to contact info@champagne.com.au \n  \nTICKETS:\n \n⇒ Sommeliers Australia Members – $30 + booking fee\n \n\nChampagne Bureau is kindly managing the workshop bookings\, so to access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au\, click the ‘View Members Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Champagne Workshop access code. Then proceed to Humanitix and apply the access code to reveal the Members priced tickets.\n\n⇒ Non-Members – $45 + booking fee \n  \nTO BOOK:\nBookings are essential and will be taken until 4pm\, Thursday 18 August\, unless booked out prior. \nCLICK HERE to book your ticket via Humanitix. \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/wa-champagne-workshop/
LOCATION:Mayfair Lane\, 72 Outram Street\, West Perth\, WA\, 6005\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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SUMMARY:[NAT] 2022 Sommeliers Australia Education Scholarship (28-31 Aug)
DESCRIPTION:The Sommeliers Australia National Executive Committee (NEC) is delighted to announce the running of the 2022 Sommeliers Australia Education Scholarship from 28 to 31 August 2022 in Melbourne; an initiative that the association has successfully conducted for over a decade. \nOffered to Sommeliers Australia Professional members nationally every 3 years\, the 2022 Education Scholarship will be open to not only sommeliers\, but also to wine buyers and wine professionals working in on-premise\, wine retail or distribution settings to apply for\, ensuring that the next generation of wine professionals receive the training and support required to successfully advance along their chosen wine path. \n  \nCLICK HERE for more information about the programme\, application criteria and to apply.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/nat-sommeliers-australia-education-scholarship-2022-28-31-aug/
LOCATION:VIC
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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