Beginner
Introduction to Wine
A comprehensive foundation in wine covering grape varieties, regional styles, geography, and notable producers. Built for anyone beginning their wine education or looking for a structured refresher on the essentials.
Course Outline
- 01
Intro to White Wines
White wine offers newcomers an excellent starting point for understanding how grape variety, climate, and winemaking tec...
- 02
Intro to Red Wines
Red wine derives its color, tannin structure, and much of its flavor from extended contact with grape skins during ferme...
- 03
Old World Wines
Old World wine refers to wines produced in regions with centuries-old winemaking traditions, primarily across Europe, th...
- 04
New World Wines
New World wine comes from regions outside traditional European winemaking areas, primarily in the Americas, Australia, N...
- 05
Wine Geography
Geography fundamentally shapes every aspect of wine production, from which grape varieties can ripen successfully to the...
- 06
Great Producers
Certain wine producers have achieved legendary status through decades or centuries of exceptional quality, consistency, ...
- 07
More on Chardonnay
Chardonnay's global dominance stems from its remarkable adaptability and responsiveness to winemaking technique, making ...
- 08
Pinot Noir Primer
Pinot Noir stands as one of wine's most challenging and rewarding varieties, demanding specific conditions and careful h...
- 09
On Bordeaux Grapes
Bordeaux's reputation rests on the complementary relationship between Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, two varieties that ...