Learn to identify aromas and tastes found in wine. Using our Sensory Evaluation Centre at the Sydney Wine Academy, you’ll go around the room to identify grape varieties and wine styles before being put to the test as a wine judge. An ideal present for the wine lover.
During this course you'll learn to:
Taste a variety of award-winning Australian wines
Identify wine flavour profiles and aromas
Sharpen your sensory perception
Deepen your understanding of wine profiles
You'll leave this course with:
A Certificate of Participation
Experience in tasting a variety of different Australian wines
Techniques to evaluate wines using sensory analysis
A deeper appreciation of wine coupled with new skills and knowledge
Learn a new skill and improve your career prospects
Explore a hobby in a fun and supportive environment
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
You must be over 18 years to attend a course at the Sydney Wine Academy as evidenced by a copy of your photo ID.
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:
A passion for wine
A keen interest to learn about wine
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
If you are working with or selling alcohol, you will need your RSA – Responsible Service of Alcohol competency card.
Pursue an interest or upskill in your chosen field with another course.
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous work experience and study history. You may be able to use recognition of prior learning when applying for a course in the future. If you're successful, you'll get your qualification faster.
Courses can be made up of a combination of core and specialty units.
Core units consist of the knowledge you'll need to build key skills for success in your field, industry or hobby.
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