Bordeaux 101

Bordeaux 101 is designed for a range of audiences: whether you're a wine enthusiast looking to deepen your understanding, a hospitality professional wanting to boost your wine knowledge, or a casual drinker curious about the fascinating world of Bordeaux wines.

The course is also ideal for aspiring sommeliers and the wine trade who wish to gain in-depth insights into one of the most prestigious wine regions.

Equally, it's perfect for adventurous travellers planning a visit to Bordeaux, providing them with a richer, more informed experience.

Regardless of your prior knowledge or experience with wine, this course will offer a rewarding journey through the vine-clad landscapes of Bordeaux.

You’ll be able to more easily understand this iconic region as it’s broken up into seven comprehensive sections.

1. History
   We uncover the mesmerizing journey of the Bordeaux wine region, unearthing the various periods, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped its exquisite vinous landscape.
   
2. Grapes
   We dive into the unique characteristics of these grapes, such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and others, that have long defined Bordeaux's illustrious wine profile.
   
3. Terroir
   We explore the profound influence of this region's multifaceted terroir, imparting an understanding of why Bordeaux's wine has captivated palates for centuries.
   
4. Region
   We navigate the picturesque landscapes and rich viticulture that place Bordeaux at the pinnacle of the world's wine producing regions.
   
5. Reading a Label
   We'll demystify Bordeaux's wine labels, guiding you to understand what to expect from each bottle when you pick it up, including what it should taste like and what the quality is.
   
6. Buying Advice
   We will illuminate the path to choosing a Bordeaux bottle that suits your palate, budget, and occasion, ensuring a rewarding vinous experience.
   
7. Tasting Bordeaux Wines
   We’ll walk through the 4 major styles of wines in Bordeaux, bringing together our newfound knowledge into understand why the wines taste the way they do and how to assess them.

While some prior wine experience would be helpful, it is also not required.

You don’t need wines for this course, but, in the wines section, Christine tastes 4 different wines. We’ll give you the information regarding these wines with a QR code so you can follow along.

At the end of each section, there will be a quiz to challenge your learning, and, at the end of the course, there is a 50 multiple choice question exam. You must achieve 80% in order to pass.

You’ll then be issued a certificate upon completion, which you can share on LinkedIn.

Should you ever want to review your knowledge, you have access to this course for life, so feel free to come back to top up your knowledge.