Italian Wine 101 – Online Course
Online Wine Certification Course
FV – ITALIAN WINE 101 ONLINE COURSE
CERTIFICATION COURSE ONLINE
This course is an inspiring journey through the classic wine regions of Italy. Each of the main wine-producing regions are showcased as well as the local grape varieties and styles.
Immediately upon registration you will receive a 40 page booklet all about Italian wine. There are interesting maps, and an in-depth explanation of the regions, wines, and producers.
By the end of the course you will be become confident about selecting great bottles of Italian wine in restaurants and wine shops, and you can entirely complete the course from your home or office.
Price: $99 USD
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Course Overview
This is an introductory course to Italy. Although it presumes no prior knowledge, a beginner’s knowledge of wines is recommended. Each of the 7 modules is packed full of useful information and videos. The full course takes about 4 – 6 hours to complete.
The videos take you to vineyards in Italy, and you will hear explanations from leading Italian winemakers, winery owners, and experts. It’s fun, straight-forward, and best enjoyed with a glass of wine in hand.
There are 7 modules:
Module 1: Introduction to Italy
Module 2: Wine Laws & Labelling Terms
Module 3: Sparkling Wines of Italy
Module 4: Northern Italy
Module 5: Central Italy
Module 6: Southern Italy
Module 7: Dessert Wines of Italy
Although not required to complete 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 4-6 hours to complete the course, depending on your learning style and speed. Review questions are scattered through the course so you can gauge your knowledge as you progress from Module to module. You can go back and re-do the entire course as many times as you wish.
It’s packed with videos and extremely useful information. You have an unlimited amount of time to complete the course.
Examination & Certification
There is no exam at the end of the course, but you are required to pass each set of review questions.
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: $99 USD
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Who Takes This Course?
People all around the world take this course. Most are doing it for general interest because they like Italian wine and want to know more.
But thousands of people in the hospitality business take it for their professional development and the certification, which is useful 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?
This is an intermediate course, designed for those with some basic wine knowledge and want to learn more about Italy and its wine styles.
If you read the text, watch the videos, and do the quizzes then you will gain the confidence to select your favorite Italian wines or work in an Italian restaurant or specialty wine shop.
Are there pre-requisites?
No, but we do recommend having some basic wine knowledge and experience.
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 receive your personalized certificate by email in a PDF.
How do I take the exams?
There is no exam for this course. Review questions in each Module will gauge your understanding of the material.
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.
