Introductory Course: France

Description

PLEASE NOTE: this course is currently at full capacity. 

The Institute of Masters of Wine and the Comité Interprofessionnel des Vins d’Alsace (CiVA) are organising an introductory course to be held in Alsace in April 2025.

The course, which is open to 20 participants, will be led by two MWs, Caro Maurer MW and IMW Chair Rod Smith MW. They will explain the MW approach to the exam syllabus with a special focus on the writing and tasting skills required to become a Master of Wine. The class will include several tastings of different wines from different regions of the world.

As well as tastings throughout the day, evening dinners are included as part of the programme, and these will provide further opportunities to explore the wines of Alsace. In addition, the programme includes a day, led by CiVA, where participants will have the chance to explore the regions with visits of wineries and domaines.

Dates and location
2 April – participants arrive in Colmar
3 & 4 April – introductory course (Maison des Vins d’Alsace, 12 avenue de la Foire aux Vins, 68012 Colmar, France)
5 April – Visits of wineries in Alsace
6 April – depart from Colmar

Eligibility
Interested professionals who are highly motivated in relation to the wine world and the culture of wine. The whole class will be given in English. Meeting the requirements for the MW study programme is not a prerequisite for attending the weekend. However, attendees wishing to be considered for entry to the MW study programme must meet the entrance requirements – see here for more information.

Fees
€900 per person.

This includes lunches and dinners during the course. Participants will need to book their own accommodation in Colmar for the duration of the course.

Questions about the course or the MW study programme?
Contact the education department at education@mastersofwine.org