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Level 2 – Intermediate Online Wine Class

Online Wine Certification Course

Level 2 – Intermediate Online Wine Class

Online Wine Certification Course

Two Masters of Wine spent 3 years creating this course, and it’s arguably our finest online certification program. If you want to know more than just the basics about wine then this course is for you.

The course is also packed with videos, shot on location in Europe, featuring superstar winemakers who craft the world’s finest wines.

Price: $299 USD

Course Overview

It’s a fascinating journey, packed with useful information, and an abundance of videos featuring the world’s leading winemakers.

You start with an overview of the the history of wine from 8,000 B.C. to the current day. Then you delve into the vineyard, how you grow grapes, and the factors that combine to create terroir. You will then learn how all the major types of wine are made, the options, and the results. You will learn what makes wines taste different.

Fourteen of the world’s most important grape varieties are profiled, including where they grow, and what they taste like. You will also learn how to taste, with extensive video explanations by James Cluer MW.

The course wraps up with how to read a label, how to store and serve wine, the etiquette involved, and food pairing. There is a wealth of information explained in a concise and easy-to-understand style.

There are 9 modules:

Module 1: History of Wine to the Modern Day
Module 2: About the Vineyard
Module 3: Winemaking & Maturation
Module 4: What Makes Wine Taste Different
Module 5: How to Taste Wine
Module 6: How to Read a Label
Module 7: Storage & Service of Wine
Module 8: Food & Wine Pairing
Module 9: Examination

Although not required to pass this course, a list of recommended wines to supplement your studies can be found by clicking here.

Learn Anytime, Anywhere

You can begin immediately once you enroll, and take the course anytime you want, from anywhere.

Typically it takes between 6-10 hours to complete the course, depending on your learning style and speed. Once you complete all the modules you can go back and re-do the entire course as many times as you wish before taking the exam.

It’s packed with videos and extremely useful information. You have an unlimited amount of time to complete the course.

Examination & Certification

At the end of the course there is a 50 question multiple choice exam. You need to get 65% of the questions correct to pass. If you fail the exam you may retake it free of charge.

Upon successful completion you can access and print your certificate. This certification is useful for all those in the drinks trade and hospitality business, and a source of pride for those taking it for general interest.

Price: $299 USD


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6 – 10 Hours


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Who Takes This Course?

This course is perfect for anyone who is interested to learn more than just the real basics.

It is ideal for those working in hospitality and the wine trade, but the majority are consumers, wine lovers, who have a certain passion, an interest, a thirst for knowledge.

The certification is highly desirable and respected in the drinks and hospitality businesses. Many take it for their careers.

Technology

We recommend you take it on a computer or ipad rather than a mobile device. As soon as you enroll you will receive an email with a login and password. You can get started instantly and complete it in one sitting, or you can take an unlimited amount of time and devour it bit by bit.

Technology

We recommend you take it on a computer or ipad rather than a mobile device. As soon as you enroll you will receive an email with a login and password. You can get started instantly and complete it in one sitting, or you can take up to 90 days and devour it bit by bit.

IS IT DIFFICULT?

No, it is not difficult, but it does contain a significant amount of information. However you can go back and review the course as many times as you like before taking the exam.

We suggest you take the Level 1 course first, although it is not a pre-requisite. If you have been a wine lover for several years and have visited a number of wineries and regions you could jump straight into Level 2.

Are There Pre-Requisites?

No, but we do recommend you start with Level 1.

Need More Info About Our Courses?

Will I get a certification from Fine Vintage online courses?

Yes. As soon as you pass the exam you will have access to your personalized certificate in a PDF.

How do I take the exams?

You take them Online at the end of the course. There is no need to come to an exam centre.

How many times can I re-take the exam?

You can take the exam as many times as necessary until you pass. Once you pass you are not permitted to re-take the exam.

How long does it take to do these courses?

The estimated course times are noted above in each course description.

What is the refund policy?

All sales are final. There are no refunds.

Is it true that these courses were created by Masters of Wine?

Yes. James Cluer MW and Philip Goodband MW created these courses over many years.

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