Jul 19th
6–8:30pm PDT
Intensive Sommelier Preparation for Global Wine Theory is unfortunately unavailable
Thankfully we have 8 other Sommelier Classes for you to choose from. Check our top choices below or see all classes for more options.
Blind Wine Tasting: Structure
San Francisco Wine School
@
415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA 94080
and Virtually Online
Learn to accurately assess acid, tannin, sugar and alcohol as our Industry Leading Instructors lead you through a tasting of 16 carefully manipulated wines to help you clearly delineate the different levels of each. This workshop is fun for novice-intermediate tasters and an important tune up for advanced tasters. This workshop is part of the Intermediate Blind Tasting program, crafted by Master Sommelier...
Wednesday Jul 19th, 6–8:30pm Pacific Time
Blind Wine Tasting: Aromas
San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA 94080
Learn to tune up your senses as you identify specific smells and tastes of various fruit, spice, herb and other elements as you blindly identify them in 12 carefully controlled sample wines. This is a far more effective approach than commercially available wine aroma kits made with essential oils that are not consumable or in a wine solution. This workshop is fun for novice-intermediate tasters and an important tune up for advanced tasters. ...
Wednesday Jul 26th, 6–8:30pm Pacific Time
Blind Wine Tasting Timing & Technique Drills
San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA 94080
In this workshop, Master Sommelier David Glancy guides students to be fast, fluid tasters. Students will continue to practice their improved blind tasting skills using various techniques and drills to sharpen their focus and improve their timing. Master Glancy will also teach students exam preparation and test-taking strategies to help students work smarter not harder. This workshop is part of the Advanced Blind Tasting program. ONLINE...
Monday Jun 19th, 10am–12:30pm Pacific Time
Component Tasting: Structure
San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA 94080
Learn to accurately assess acid, tannin, sugar and alcohol as our Industry Leading Instructors lead you through a tasting of 16 carefully manipulated wines to help you clearly delineate the different levels of each. This workshop is fun for novice-intermediate tasters and an important tune up for advanced tasters. This workshop is part of the Intermediate Blind Tasting program, crafted by Master Sommelier David Glancy.
Wednesday Jul 19th, 6–8:30pm Pacific Time
Wine Faults & Imbalances
San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA 94080
In this workshop, our Industry Leading Instructors help students learn and practice flaw identification using the Society of Wine Educators’ Faults and Imbalances Exam with the same samples and ratios presented for the Certified Wine Educator level. Master Glancy will also teach students exam preparation and test-taking strategies to help students work smarter not harder. This workshop is part of the Intermediate Blind Tasting program,...
Wednesday Aug 2nd, 6–8:30pm Pacific Time
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Location:
Downtown South San Francisco
415 Grand Ave Ste 301
San Francisco, California 94080 (Map)
415 Grand Ave Ste 301
San Francisco, California 94080 (Map)
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Description
Class Level:
Intermediate
Age Requirements:
21 and older
Average Class Size:
12
Teacher:
David Glancy
What you'll learn in this sommelier class:
This fast-paced, comprehensive 1-day intensive workshop focuses on important foundational areas for personal and professional success including viticulture & enology as well as major wines of the world.
Created by Master Sommelier David Glancy, this class is perfect for students studying for beginning and intermediate level sommelier exams and those who want to improve their performance on the job. Enthusiasts also enjoy this eye opening day of personal development! Taste over 18 wines throughout the workshop.
Students looking for a slower pace, deeper study of these topics or a more comprehensive look at all aspects of the beverage industry should consider our Somm Essentials program.
Syllabus
- 9am-10am Viticulture & Enology
- 10am-1:15pm White Wines of the World
- 1:15-2pm Lunch Break - see dining options near us
- 2-5:30pm Red Wines of the World
This is the second day of the 2-Day Somm Intensive: Theory, Tasting & Service program. It may be taken a la carte or as part of the full program. If you decide to go on with the full program, your workshop fee will be credited towards the full program tuition.
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Refund Policy
Cancellations and reschedules for full programs are accepted up to 11 business days prior to the start of the course with an option to transfer full credit to a future class OR receive a full refund less a 5% cancellation fee.
Recordings are available to students who are unable to attend live classes. Full program students who give at least 8 business days notice of their absence in an individual workshop may request to have a tasting kit created for no additional charge. No further make ups will be allowed.
If you need to cancel registration in any other program after the notice period, you will be refunded $70 for each class that you do not attend with a minimum notice of 11 business days. Study guides and any other course material must be returned in unused condition or the cost of the materials will be deducted from the total refund.
If you need transfer to a future program within the 11 business days notice period, a $150 transfer fee will be collected at that time. Transfers will be effective 1 week after notice has been provided and fees must be paid at that time. Recordings will be available for workshops prior to the transfer effective date. Your registration is fully transferable to another person for the same program and session with no fees.
There are no refunds available for individual workshops or special events. Recordings are available to students who are unable to attend live classes. Full program students who give at least 8 business days notice of their absence in an individual workshop may request to have a tasting kit created for no additional charge. Reschedules for the next available date are also accepted for individual workshops up to 8 business days prior to the originally scheduled date. Reschedules are not available for special events.
If you are unable to attend a program, workshop or event and are not eligible for a reschedule or refund, and want to attend the session live, consider offering your seat to a friend or colleague. They will love you!
Notice for all cancellations, reschedules, format changes and transfers must be given by emailing [email protected]
Map
San Francisco Wine School
Downtown South San Francisco
415 Grand Ave Ste 301
San Francisco, California 94080 Downtown South San Francisco
415 Grand Ave Ste 301
San Francisco, California 94080
Our gorgeous new 4,000 sq ft top floor wine education center is located directly across from City Hall in charming downtown South San Francisco. Our sunlight-filled wine education center boasts 16-ft high coved ceilings, eight 12-ft tall windows, and gorgeous 180 degree views of the San Bruno Mountains, City Hall and the San Francisco Bay. South San Francisco is 9 miles from downtown San Francisco, conveniently located next to San Francisco International Airport and the 280/380/101 interchange halfway between the airport and the former Candlestick Park. San Francisco Wine School is located downtown just blocks from Highway 101 at the intersection of Grand Ave and Maple Ave.
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