Spanish Wine Scholar Certification Program [Jan 30 - April 10]
Every other Monday, January 30 - April 8, 6-9pm
Class will be held every other week, for a total of 6 sessions
Exam: May 8, 2023
The Spanish Wine Scholar™ education program is the most advanced and comprehensive certification course on the wines of Spain. The syllabus takes a regional approach and discusses all Spanish wine appellations and the factors that shape their identities
The program was created by Spanish wine specialist Rick Fisher, Spanish Wine Scholar™ Education Director.
Wines from Spain (ICEX - Spain's Trade & Investment Government Agency) has endorsed the program in recognition of its exceptional level of depth, accuracy, detail, and academic rigor.
The Spanish Wine Scholar study and certification program confers a post-nominal to wine professionals and enthusiasts who successfully pass the certification exam (Ex: John Smith, SWS). With a school network encompassing 30 countries on 5 continents, the SWS credential has true international recognition.
Set yourself apart from your peers. Specialize in the wines of Spain!
The program includes all the necessary tools & support to Master the wines of Spain:
This session will include 18 hours of classroom instruction with tutored tasting taught by approved instructor, Erika Frey, SWS, IWS, FWS, DipWSET, plus:
The 315-page full-color Spanish Wine Scholar study manual
1-year access to the Spanish Wine Scholar online study program for class preparation and review
Registration for the Spanish Wine Scholar exam
In order to bring each region to life, you will also taste many different wines over the course of the program.
Schedule of classes:
The schedule of classes is designed to give students the necessary time to truly assimilate the extensive body of material presented:
Classes will run for 6 sessions over 11 weeks, January 30 - April 10, with the Exam on May 8th.
The class will be held in Person at Commonwealth Wine School, and will include tastings during each session.
Location: At Commonwealth Wine School
Instructor: Erika Frey