Course Details
Monday and Thursday 6pm to 9pm
In-person – Tarragona
20
You must have completed compulsory secondary education (ESO) or pass a level assessment test
Official Certificate
What you will learn
- Identify the denominations of origin and native grape varieties of Catalonia.
- Recognize the production, fermentation, and aging processes and their influence on the final product.
- Apply presentation and tasting techniques to professionally communicate the wine’s attributes.
- Appreciate the relationship between territory, climate, and wine style to convey its identity and quality.
Course Objectives
This course prepares you to gain in-depth knowledge of Catalan wines, from their origins to their international projection. You will learn to identify the characteristics of each denomination of origin, native grape varieties, and production and aging techniques. You will also acquire the skills to professionally present and communicate wines in tastings and wine tourism activities.
Content Plan
Catalan wines
Introduction to the history and wine diversity of the region, its native grape varieties, respect for the terroir, and the international projection of its wines and cavas.
The winemaking process
Understanding harvesting, fermentation, maceration, and aging techniques, and the role that materials, temperature, and time play in the final wine quality.
Denominations of origin
Analysis of the main Catalan DOs and the traits that make wines from Priorat, Penedés, Empordà, Montsant, Terra Alta, Alella, Costers del Segre, Pla de Bages, Conca de Barberà, Tarragona, Catalonia, and Cava unique.
Presentation and tasting
Application of presentation, tasting, and communication techniques to accurately describe the visual, olfactory, and gustatory attributes of wines, adapting the message to the audience.
Testimonials from our students
I had the opportunity to learn at this institute, and I can confidently say I appreciated everything: the respectful treatment from the teachers, the excellent organization by the management, and the very high standard of education.
Excellent teachers, tutors who understand you work and want to study… They adapt and listen. 100% recommended!!! Laura is great and excellent at her job!!!
An organization full of people who truly want to help and support you. They’ve supported me from the business plan phase right up to now, a year after my cafe (Asante Café) opened, and their support continues. Thank you everyone ❤️
Certification
Upon completion, you will receive an official certificate issued by the Consorci per la Formació Contínua de Catalunya, accrediting the specific competencies acquired during the course
