Overview

Take the intimidation factor out of choosing, drinking, and enjoying wines with expert guidance.

You don’t need to know everything about grapes, techniques, and variations to appreciate wine. In this course, Paul Wagner, an instructor from Napa Valley College, shares practical insights to help you navigate the vast world of wine. With nearly 150,000 wines available in the U.S., this course simplifies the selection process, allowing you to find the best wines for your palate and enhancing your overall enjoyment.

Course Content

1. How to Explore Your Glass of Wine

Learn to use your senses to explore a glass of wine and understand your taste preferences. (27 min)

2. Key Elements in Wine and How to Taste Them

Identify key elements that define wine style and character to communicate with sommeliers effectively. (24 min)

3. Choosing White Wines

Discover popular white wines and gain confidence in discussing them with experts. (24 min)

4. Choosing Red Wines

Explore red wine styles using techniques learned, enhancing your experience in restaurants and shops. (23 min)

5. Choosing Sparkling and Dessert Wines

Expand your knowledge to sparkling wines, rosés, and dessert wines for various occasions. (21 min)

6. The History of Wine: From Babylon to James Bond

Trace the historical significance of wine and its cultural impact throughout history. (23 min)

7. The Wine Service Ritual in Restaurants

Master the formal wine service process to reduce anxiety when ordering wine at fine dining establishments. (21 min)

8. Having Fun with Wine

Explore how to incorporate wine into various occasions to enhance enjoyment and celebrate life. (24 min)