Print this page Tour de France: An Introduction to French Wine

France has long been regarded as the spiritual home of wine. This introductory course takes participants on a journey through the major French wine regions, introducing the key grape varieties, styles and traditions that have shaped the country's extraordinary wine culture. Along the way, you'll learn practical tasting techniques that will help you better understand, select and enjoy wines and pair them with foods and cheeses.

Suitable for both beginners and enthusiastic wine lovers, this course combines education with sensory exploration, offering a taste of France's rich wine culture in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

Participants will taste six French wines, including champagne.

DELIVERY MODE

Face to face

COURSE OUTLINE

• How to evaluate and taste wine
• The major French wine regions and their distinctive styles and grape varieties
• Understanding terroir, appellations (AOC) and French wine terminology
• How to read and interpret a French wine label
• The fundamentals of champagne production

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

• Understand the major French wine regions, their distinctive styles and grape varieties, the AOC system and French wine terminology
• Read and interpret a French wine label
• Feel more confident choosing a French wine
• Understand the basics of champagne production and sparkling wine styles.