Jun 19th
10am–12:30pm PDT
Intensive Sommelier Preparation for Global Wine Theory is unfortunately unavailable
Thankfully we have 7 other Sommelier Classes for you to choose from. Check our top choices below or see all classes for more options.
Blind Wine Tasting Timing & Technique Drills
San Francisco Wine School @ Online
Blind Wine Tasting Timing & Technique Drills In this workshop, Master Sommelier David Glancy guides students to be fast, fluid tasters. Students will continue to practice their improved blind tasting skills using various techniques and drills to sharpen their focus and improve their timing. Master Glancy will also teach students exam preparation and test-taking strategies to help students work smarter not harder. This workshop is part...
Monday Jun 19th, 10am–12:30pm Pacific Time
Component Tasting: Structure
San Francisco Wine School @ Online
Learn to accurately assess acid, tannin, sugar and alcohol as our Industry Leading Instructors lead you through a tasting of 16 carefully manipulated wines to help you clearly delineate the different levels of each. This workshop is fun for novice-intermediate tasters and an important tune up for advanced tasters. This workshop is part of the Intermediate Blind Tasting program, crafted by Master Sommelier David Glancy. Zoomers...
Wednesday Jul 19th, 6–8:30pm Pacific Time
Blind Tasting Thick-Skinned Red Wines
San Francisco Wine School @ Online
Master Sommelier David Glancy helps students tackle the most challenging flights of wines from thick-skinned red grapes. Explore examples from jammy to tannic to identify the similarities and differences in each grape and discuss the major regions globally and as you learn to decipher the differences in regional versus varietal identity. This workshop is part of the Advanced Blind Tasting program. Requirements & Recommendations...
Monday Jun 5th, 10am–12:30pm Pacific Time
Wine Service Techniques
San Francisco Wine School @ Online
Service is much more than proficiently performing, it is an attitude. Learn the roles and conduct of the sommelier, mis en place for service shifts, responsible alcohol service and the mechanics. Standard wine service, Champagne, decanting and tray service will be demonstrated by the instructor and performed by each student. Tools, service temperatures, screw caps, wax sealed bottles and other challenging scenarios will be discussed. This...
Tuesday Jul 25th, 6–9pm Pacific Time
Blind Wine Tasting: Aromas
San Francisco Wine School @ Online
Learn to tune up your senses as you identify specific smells and tastes of various fruit, spice, herb and other elements as you blindly identify them in 12 carefully controlled sample wines. This is a far more effective approach than commercially available wine aroma kits made with essential oils that are not consumable or in a wine solution. This workshop is fun for novice-intermediate tasters and an important tune up for advanced tasters. ...
Wednesday Jul 26th, 6–8:30pm Pacific Time
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Class Level:
Intermediate
Age Requirements:
21 and older
Average Class Size:
12
System Requirements:
You will need a reliable Internet connection as well as a computer or device with which you can access your virtual class. We recommend you arrive to class 5-10 minutes early to ensure you're able to set up your device and connection.
Class Delivery:
This class will be held via Zoom unless otherwise specified
Teacher:
David Glancy
What you'll learn in this sommelier class:
This fast-paced, comprehensive 1-day intensive workshop focuses on important foundational areas for personal and professional success including viticulture & enology as well as major wines of the world.
Created by Master Sommelier David Glancy, this class is perfect for students studying for beginning and intermediate level sommelier exams and those who want to improve their performance on the job. Enthusiasts also enjoy this eye opening day of personal development! Taste over 18 wines throughout the workshop.
Students looking for a slower pace, deeper study of these topics or a more comprehensive look at all aspects of the beverage industry should consider our Somm Essentials program.
Syllabus
- 9am-10am Viticulture & Enology
- 10am-1:15pm White Wines of the World
- 1:15-2pm Lunch Break - see dining options near us
- 2-5:30pm Red Wines of the World
This is the second day of the 2-Day Somm Intensive: Theory, Tasting & Service program. It may be taken a la carte or as part of the full program. If you decide to go on with the full program, your workshop fee will be credited towards the full program tuition.
Remote Learning
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.
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Refund Policy
Cancellations and reschedules for full programs are accepted up to 10 business days prior to the start of the course with an option to transfer full credit to a future class OR receive a full refund less a 5% cancellation fee.
Recordings are available to students who are unable to attend live classes. Full program students who give at least 7 days notice of their absence in an individual workshop may request to have a tasting kit created for no additional charge. No further make ups will be allowed.
If you need to cancel registration in any other program after the notice period, you will be refunded $70 for each class that you do not attend with a minimum notice of 10 business days. Study guides and any other course material must be returned in unused condition or the cost of the materials will be deducted from the total refund.
If you need transfer to a future program within the 10 business day notice period, a $150 transfer fee will be collected at that time. Transfers will be effective 1 week after notice has been provided and fees must be paid at that time. Recordings will be available for workshops prior to the transfer effective date. Your registration is fully transferable to another person for the same program and session with no fees.
There are no refunds available for individual workshops or special events. Recordings are available to students who are unable to attend live classes. Full program students who give at least 7 days notice of their absence in an individual workshop may request to have a tasting kit created for no additional charge. Reschedules for the next available date are also accepted for individual workshops up to 7 days prior to the originally scheduled date. Reschedules are not available for special events.
If you are unable to attend a program, workshop or event and are not eligible for a reschedule or refund, and want to attend the session live, consider offering your seat to a friend or colleague. They will love you!
Notice for all cancellations, reschedules, format changes and transfers must be given by emailing [email protected]
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