Wine Scholar Guild - French Wine Essentials
DISCOVER THE WINES OF FRANCE
A globally accredited WINE SCHOLAR GUILD® course at Armadale Cellars
French Wine Essentials
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COMMITMENT: 6 weeks, every Wednesday starting 10th February 2027
6:00pm-8:30pm (includes a 1-hour exam on week 6)
LOCATION: in the cellar at Armadale Cellars
INVESTMENT: $850pp (incl. tasting samples, text book & exam registration)
PLUS: your certificate upon successful completion!
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FRENCH WINE ESSENTIALS
A wine Scholar Guild course at Armadale Cellars
Travel through the vineyards and wine regions of France without leaving Melbourne
Over six weeks, French Wine Essentials will take you beyond the bottle and into the culture, geography, history and traditions that shape French wine.
Taste your way through France while learning how to
YOUR JOURNEY THROUGH FRANCE
France is home to almost 400 wine appellations. French Wine Essentials (FWE) introduces you to the most important regions and styles of wine found across the country. Place of origin, grape varieties, wine profile, production and pairing notes are all explored alongside notable producers and local signature cuisine. Appendices covering vine training systems, wine production methods, tasting descriptors and recommended wine lists enhance your working knowledge. Each wine is presented within a regional and cultural context while landmarks and traditional cuisine are highlighted to contextualise the curriculum.
During your 6 weeks, you will cover France's key wine regions-Alsace,
Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, the Loire Valley, Languedoc-Roussillon,
Provence, the Rhone Valley and more!
WSG FRENCH WINE ESSENTIALS WEEK-BY-WEEK SCHEDULE
Week 1- Intro & Sparkling Wines of France
Week 2- Alsace & Loire Valley
Week 3- Bordeaux & Provence
Week 4- Bourgogne & Beaujolais
Week 5- Northern/Southern Rhône &
Languedoc-Roussillon
Week 6- 1 hour Exam
CERTIFICATE? THAT'S UP TO YOU.
For those who want formal recognition of their learning, the course includes the opportunity to sit the Wine Scholar Guild assessment and earn the French Wine Essentials certificate upon successful completion.
Not interested in taking an exam? No problem.
You can enjoy the full six-week wine experience simply for the knowledge, tastings and pleasure of understanding French wine better.
And for the those who want to take their studies further, French Wine Essentials provides a pathway into the internationally recognised French Wine Scholar® program.
COME DISCOVER FRANCE IN A GLASS
Whether you're a passionate wine lover, planning your next French adventure, or looking to deepen your professional knowledge, this is an invitation to explore French wine in greater depth
Contact Phil or the Events Team for further info or to register your interest!
phil@armadalecellars.com.au 0419 576 513
events@armadalecellars.com.au (03) 9500 8259
What's Included:
Coursebook
Shipped to your address, the beautifully designed coursebook, rich with photographs, detailed maps, illustrations and infographics contains all the information you need to know.
Online Study Modules
1 year access to interactive e-learning activities designed to enrich the study manual and support different learning styles.
Expert Instruction:
Learn from the WSG Approved Program Providers and certified educators.
Student Community
Network with the other students taking the FWE course, form a tasting group and build your wine network.
Final Exam
The exam is comprised of 50 multiple-choice questions. Students have 45 minutes to complete the exam. Passing score is 60%. There is no wine tasting component on the exam.
Students will take the written exam at the program provider's location on the specified date.
Certificate
Upon receiving a passing score, you will receive your well-deserved WSG Essentials certificate, acknowledging you have gained proficiency in the wines of France. Add this reputed certification to your LinkedIn profile and résumé or CV.
Courses require a minimum of 8 students to run.
STUDY TIME REQUIREMENTS
12.5 hours of in-class learning and a 1-hour exam, over 6 weeks
Wine scholar guild also recommends that students read the relevant
chapters of the course book prior to each session and commit to 15-20
hours of additional self-study.
COURSE TIMINGS & LOCATION
Five 2.5 hour sessions on consecutive Wednesdays (6:00pm-8:30pm) and one
1 hour exam all held in the cellar at Armadale Cellars
PRICE
$850pp
Please note that additional charges apply for exam re-sits and non-attendance. This will be the responsibility of the student to pay for and reschedule the exam directly through the Wine Scholar Guild Website.
CANCELLATIONS & TRANSFERS
Cancellations and transfers must be emailed at least 30 days before the course.
No refunds will be granted within the 30 days before the session commences
Transfers to future sessions are not guaranteed but may be refunded if requested more than 30 days in advance.
You may nominate someone to attend in your place if your details have not yet been submitted to the Wine Scholar Guild portal.
PRE-REQUISITES
There are no pre-requisites for French Wine Essentials
ASSESSMENT
Exam: 50 multiple-choice questions (passing mark is 60%+)
There is no tasting component for this exam
