SPANISH WINE SCHOLAR GUILD

Service Description

What Includes: Spanish Wine Scholar Study Pack Book In-person instruction from a SWS certified course educator All essential course wines & tasting glasses Access to recorded Zoom sessions and to educator through the sessions Practice short written answer questions Exam fees Certificate & lapel pin 1-year access to the Spanish Wine Scholar online study program for class preparation and review The Spanish Wine Scholar™ education program is the most advanced and comprehensive certification course on the wines of Spain. The syllabus takes a regional approach and discusses all Spanish wine appellations and the factors that shape their identities. The program was created by Spanish wine specialist Rick Fisher, Spanish Wine Scholar™ Education Director. Wines from Spain (ICEX – Spain’s Trade & Investment Government Agency) has endorsed the program in recognition of its exceptional level of depth, accuracy, detail, and academic rigor. The Spanish Wine Scholar study and certification program confers a post-nominal to wine professionals and enthusiasts who successfully pass the certification exam (Ex: John Smith, SWS). With a school network encompassing 30 countries on 5 continents, the SWS credential has true international recognition. Set yourself apart from your peers. Specialize in the wines of Spain! Format This is a hybrid course. We will meet over 20 hours of classroom instruction with tutored tasting taught by approved instructor. Classes will be 2 times a week 6pm-9pm and one live session for tasting, review and exam. April 5 via Zoom 6pm-9pm April 6 via Zoom 6pm-9pm April 19 via Zoom 6pm-9pm April 20 via Zoom 6pm-9pm May 3 via Zoom 6pm-9pm May 4 via Zoom 6pm-9pm May 5- May 29- Self Study Time May 29- In person class in Asheville and Exam noon-5pm Exam Closed-book exam of 100 multiple-choice questions to be completed within 60 minutes. You need a score of 75 or higher. Candidates scoring 85-90 pass with Honors. Candidates scoring 91-100 pass with Highest Honors. Entry Requirements You must be at least 21 years of age to attend the course and to participate in any alcohol tasting.

Contact Details

• 25 Page Avenue, Asheville, NC, USA

  cheers@ncwineacademy.com