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  • Join us on our Mid-west tasting tour as we Take a Closer Look at Chablis. Explore the region’s diversity of soils, geographic distinctions, and sustainability efforts as well as taste their influence on wine styles. This tasting is open to members of the trade and Diploma, Level 3 WSET, and candidates studying for the CMS.

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    Join us for a Chablis Tasting on Saturday, Feb 28th. Explore the quality hierarchy of Chablis during a tutored-tasting of 8 wines from the region. Seats are limited. No refunds.
  • This entry level course provides basic information on basic grape varieties, introduction to wine tasting, food and wine pairing as well as basic service knowledge. Perfect for people new to the world of wine, this course results in a WSET Level 1 certificate and is a great starting point for most novice consumers. No experience required. Study material will be mailed in advance. Please read the study material prior to attending the first class. Online classes are recorded. All  in-person class and exams are at the Sofitel, 20 E. Chestnut Street, Chicago.    
  • This entry level course provides basic information on basic grape varieties, introduction to wine tasting, food and wine pairing as well as basic service knowledge. Perfect for people new to the world of wine, this course results in a WSET Level 1 certificate and is a great starting point for most novice consumers. No experience required. Study material will be mailed in advance. Please read the study material prior to attending the first class. Online classes are recorded. All  in-person class and exams are at the Sofitel, 20 E. Chestnut Street, Chicago.    
  • The course covers the main categories of spirits and liqueurs as well as the influences of production methods on the different styles available in each category. Students will be introduced to our Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits while also exploring the use of spirits in cocktails. The product knowledge gained on this course will give a significant advantage to those working with spirits in both on- and off-trade alcohol.
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    This course is the second course of a two-course series. Taking Unit 1 is not a prerequisite, but it is strongly suggested.  While the course is designed to be completed in 1 month, student have the flexibility to move through the material at their own pace. Each session is outlined in the online course book, Virtual Wine Companion, with corresponding videos, photos, articles, quizzes, and assignments to reinforce key topics. By the end of the session, candidates will have a sound foundation of the classic grape varieties used in winemaking around the world. Additionally, students will have knowledge of how grape varieties change from region to region. Armed with this information, successful students will be able to anticipate how a wine will taste or what food the wine will pair with just by reading the label. The course culminates with a final quiz to test your knowledge before the classroom is closed.
  • The course covers the main categories of spirits and liqueurs as well as the influences of production methods on the different styles available in each category. Students will be introduced to our Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits while also exploring the use of spirits in cocktails. The product knowledge gained on this course will give a significant advantage to those working with spirits in both on- and off-trade alcohol.
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    The course covers the main categories of spirits and liqueurs as well as the influences of production methods on the different styles available in each category. Students will be introduced to our Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits while also exploring the use of spirits in cocktails. The product knowledge gained on this course will give a significant advantage to those working with spirits in both on- and off-trade alcohol.
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    The course covers the main categories of spirits and liqueurs as well as the influences of production methods on the different styles available in each category. Students will be introduced to our Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits while also exploring the use of spirits in cocktails. The product knowledge gained on this course will give a significant advantage to those working with spirits in both on- and off-trade alcohol.
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    This entry level course provides basic information on basic grape varieties, introduction to wine tasting, food and wine pairing as well as basic service knowledge. Perfect for people new to the world of wine, this course results in a WSET Level 1 certificate and is a great starting point for most novice consumers. No experience required. Study material will be mailed in advance. Please read the study material prior to attending the first class. Online classes are recorded. All  in-person class and exams are at the Sofitel, 20 E. Chestnut Street, Chicago.    
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    Wine Camp - Register with Gervasi directly Click HERE

    March 13-15: Spend a spring weekend surrounded by vineyards, exceptional wines, and world-class instruction at Wine Camp — a truly immersive experience for wine lovers of all levels. Presented in partnership with the American Wine School, this exclusive retreat offers the rare opportunity to enjoy a luxury wine getaway and earn your WSET Level 1 Award in Wines certification. At the conclusion of the weekend, you’ll take the official WSET Level 1 exam, a 30-question multiple choice test. Upon passing, you’ll receive a WSET certificate — a prestigious credential recognized worldwide in the wine and hospitality industries. TO REGISTER, PLEASE CALL GERVASI VINEYARDS DIRECTLY Limited spots available. Call 330-497-1000 ext. 139 to book.

    CAMP SCHEDULE

    Friday, March 13

    • Cave dinner & Experience 6:30 - 8:30pm

    Saturday, March 14

    • Welcome Orientation
    • WSET Level 1 Class in the Wine Cave
    • Lunch in The Crush House
    • Winery Tour
    • WSET Level 1 Food & Wine Pairing Class
    • Dinner in The Bistro

    Sunday, March 15

    Walking tour of Vineyards with winemaker
    • WSET Level 1 Class
    • WSET Level 1 exam

    Register with Gervasi directly click HERE

  • This entry level course provides basic information on basic grape varieties, introduction to wine tasting, food and wine pairing as well as basic service knowledge. Perfect for people new to the world of wine, this course results in a WSET Level 1 certificate and is a great starting point for most novice consumers. No experience required. In addition to the WSET level 1 lectures and tasting, the Level 1 course at Gervasi Vineyard also includes two property tours led by head winemaker, David Smith as well as a glass of celebratory bubbles after the exam.  
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