The South African Wine Course - Evening Lectures

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Cape Wine Academy
TIME:    18h00
COST:    R1250
VENUE:    Nietvoorbij Campus, Klapmuts Road (R44), Stellenbosch
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Topics encompass wine styles and the effect of wine on the taste of food; vineyard and winemaking practices and how they contribute to making a quality wine. There is a tutored tasting at each of the presentations.

Introduction to the wonders of South African wine – for everyone who wants to learn more about this fascinating subject! Wine knowledge is an asset whether you are pursuing a hobby or enhancing your knowledge for a career.

COURSE OUTLINE:

Lecture 1
The five taste sensations with a cause & effect wine tasting, varieties/cultivars, storage and service with a tutored white wine tasting.

Lecture 2
Viticulture, harvesting of quality wine, winemaking practices and a tutored red wine tasting.

Exam
Theory Examination (60 minutes)