Overview

Every time you open a bottle of wine, you embark on a sensory journey. While wine can seem complex, this course unlocks its secrets, enhancing your appreciation.

The Everyday Guide to Wine features 24 engaging lectures by Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan, one of only 26 Master of Wine in the U.S. This interactive course helps you learn to enjoy, discuss, and buy wine like a pro.

Course Content

1. Why Learn about Wine?

Begin with an exploration of wine’s history and your wine consumer profile. (30 min)

2. A Taster’s Tool Kit

Master the five steps of wine tasting and essential terminology. (28 min)

3. Winemaking – From Vineyard to Harvest

Discover how vineyard conditions influence wine’s flavor and quality. (30 min)

4. Winemaking – From Harvest to Bottle

Understand the grape’s journey to your glass, including fermentation methods. (29 min)

5. The Whites – Riesling to Chardonnay

Explore captivating white wine varieties and their unique characteristics. (29 min)

6. The Reds – Pinot Noir to Cabernet

Experience the range of red wine grape varieties and their flavors. (32 min)

7. Champagne and Other Sparkling Wines

Learn about sparkling wines and the correct ways to serve them. (33 min)

8. Port, Sherry, and Other Fortified Wines

Discover fortified wines and their distinctive profiles. (33 min)

9. What to Drink with Dessert

Survey different dessert wines and their production methods. (30 min)

10. French Regions – Bordeaux and Loire

Explore notable French wine regions and key classification systems. (33 min)

11. French Regions – Burgundy and Alsace

Delve into the elegant wines of Burgundy and the influences of Alsace. (32 min)

12. French Regions – Rhône, Languedoc, Provence

Taste wines from the Rhône Valley and coastal regions. (31 min)

13. Wines of Northern Italy

Sample iconic Italian wines from this diverse region. (37 min)

14. Wines of Southern Italy

Explore the rich flavors of Chianti and other southern Italian wines. (30 min)

15. The Tastes of Germany and Austria

Examine the versatility of wines from Germany and Austria. (29 min)

16. The Tastes of Spain and Portugal

Discover traditional and modern stylistic wines from these regions. (31 min)

17. U.S. Regions – California

Traverse California’s major wine regions and their grape varieties. (35 min)

18. U.S. Regions – Washington and Oregon

Learn about the unique characteristics of wines from Oregon and Washington. (32 min)

19. Other U.S. Regions, Mexico, and Canada

Explore upcoming wine regions in the U.S. and neighboring countries. (32 min)

20. Sampling Argentina and Chile

Taste fascinating wines from these South American vineyards. (30 min)

21. The Best of Australia and Tasmania

Survey Australia and Tasmania’s diverse wine offerings. (32 min)

22. Wines of New Zealand and South Africa

Visit key regions and sample their renowned wines. (34 min)

23. Becoming a Knowledgeable Wine Buyer

Learn essential tips for purchasing and storing wine effectively. (30 min)

24. Wine for Any Occasion and Any Food

Conclude with guidance on pairing wines with various foods and occasions. (31 min)