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Remarks: Total 8 hours course time included the WoP - Intermediate Level Exam; 10+ tasting samples *Candidates must have Initiation Level of WoP

Wines of Portugal Ambassador – Intermediate Level

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Course Introduction

 

Target audience：

  • Participants must be a qualified Initiation Level Ambassador
  • Intended for audiences with general knowledge of Portuguese wines (eg catering professionals, importers, journalists, consumers (Wine Lovers), who wish to deepen their knowledge about Portuguese wines.

At the end of the course, trainees should have an extensive knowledge of Portuguese Wines. They should recognize the iconic wines of Portugal, the famous fortified wines of Portugal, the 10 main grape varieties in depth, the typical blends of Portugal and the contribution of each variety in the composition of the blend. They should also identify and know the main characteristics of the main regions (including Beira Interior and Azores), and obtain in-depth knowledge on the harmonization of international gastronomy (generic, information we have in the Wines of Portugal Booklet) with Portuguese wines.

Course Outline

  • General introduction of Portugal
  • Climatic influences & terroir
  • Wine regions
  • Grapes varieties
  • Vinification
  • Portuguese wine styles
  • Portuguese wines & food pairing
  • Wine tasting session

Source Structrue

  • Number of wines for tasting: 16 - 18
  • Test: 35 questions test. Pass with 55% correct answers.
  • Certificate - It confers certificate and title of “Wines of Portugal Certified Ambassador”
  • Duration - 6 hours (3 hours each session)

Semster

 Semester Time / Venu Tutor

3 & 5 Jul 2024

(Total 2 Sessions, Wed & Fri)

19:00 - 22:00 

WA503 - Rm 503, 5/F, Mary Building, 71-77 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

 Mabel Lai

Tuition Discount

 Details Terms

Early Bird Discount
- HK$100

 Successful enrolment at least 2 weeks before class commence

Group Discount
- 9%

 - 3 or more registered for the same course together
(Add 3 quantity of the course and enter discount code: GROUP9%OFF during checkout)

FAQs

Refund Policy

All fee and expenses are not refundable after order confirmation. If you need to refund for a specific reason before course commence, please provide relevant proof and contact us by email at enquiry@hkwineacademy.com

Adverse Weather Policy

If Typhoon Signal No. 8 or Black Rainstorm Warning is in force after 7:00 a.m. - the morning events that starts before 2:00 p.m. will be cancelled 11:00 a.m. - the afternoon event that starts between 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. will be cancelled. 4:00 p.m. - the event that starts from 6:00 p.m. will be cancelled. The academy will re-schedule the event. If participants cannot join the event on the re-scheduled date, event fee will be refunded. When Typhoon Signal No.8 or above is hoisted during the event, the event must be terminated immediately and the Academy will arrange all participants to leave the venue. When Black Rainstorm Warning is in force, all participants of the event are advised to stay where they are until the warning signal is lowered.

Who are your instructors?

All our WSET® course lecturers had undergone the WSET® Educator Training Program, and only Certified WSET® Educators will teach courses above the Foundation level. Guided tasting courses are led by tutors with specific experience.

What is the class size?

Our maximum class size：

Level 1：22 人

Level 2： 14 人

Level 3： 14 人

Absent Arrangement

We will try to arrange you to fit into another class of the same course to make up for the absent class. However according to the class size, wine tasting samples may be allocated at last priority. For better preparation, please let us know your absent arrangement as soon as possible.

Why Hong Kong Wine Academy?

Quality, Independent, and Commitment is our motto.

Hong Kong Wine Academy is independent from wine trade and committed to offer high quality wine courses at reasonable price. All our WSET® course lecturers had undergone the WSET® Educator Training Program, and only Certified WSET® Educators will teach courses above the Foundation level. A single lecturer is assigned to follow the whole course for consistency. Also wine samples are carefully selected to reflect specific requirements of different courses.

What is the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET® )?

WSET® was founded in UK in 1969 to promote, provide and develop high quality education and training in wine and spirit industry. Since then, WSET® has grown into the foremost international awarding body in the field of wines and spirits. Recently, there are increasing number of consumers and enthusiasts attending the WSET® courses with the desire to enhance their knowledge. Hong Kong Wine Academy is a WSET® Approved Program Provider and is authorized to offer WSET® courses.

Are there any prerequisites for taking the WSET® courses?

No. However, we recommend those who intend to take the Intermediate Certificate course should have basic knowledge in wine and spirit, and those who intend to take the Advanced Certificate course should have good knowledge in wine and spirit.

Can the courses be taught in other languages?

Yes. In addition to Cantonese, we also teach courses in English and Mandarin on ad hoc based.

Under the law of Hong Kong, intoxicating liquor must not be sold or supplied to a minor in the course of business.

根據香港法律，不得在業務過程中，向未成年人售賣或供應令人醺醉的酒類。