banville & jones wine institute
SEMINARS Wine Basics , Level 1 Designed for the beginner wine enthusiast . Two evenings : October 23 & 30 or January 7 & 14 ; 7:00 – 9:00 pm ; Cost : $ 69.00 per person .
Beyond the Basics , Level 2 An intermediate course designed to build upon the knowledge gained in Level 1 . Four evenings : January 29 ; February 5 , 12 , 19 ; 7:00 – 9:00 pm ; Cost : $ 139.00 per person .
Wine Wisdom , Level 3 This is an in-depth course that allows you to explore the wine world as well as prepare students to write the Certified Specialist of Wine ( CSW ) qualifying exam . Go to www . banvilleandjones . com for spring dates . Cost : $ 299.00 per person .
Certified Specialist of Wine ( CSW ) exam Banville & Jones offers the Certified Specialist of Wine exam on behalf of the Society of Wine Educators . Successful participants obtain the designation CSW , Certified Specialist of Wine , which is recognized in the wine industry throughout North America .
Although there are no prerequisites for this exam , it is strongly recommended that you attend Level 3 , Wine Wisdom and work through the CSW study guide .
Dates to be determined based on a minimum number of registrants . Cost : $ 599.99 , plus taxes Registration fee includes the cost of the exam and the CSW Study Guide . CSW Exam Study Guides must be ordered a minimum of 60 days in advance of the exam and are non-refundable .
ISG CERTIFICATION The International Sommelier Guild ( ISG ) program is intended for wine enthusiasts and for those pursuing a career in the food and hospitality industry . Four courses lead to certification as a Professional Sommelier and ultimately to a Grand Sommelier Diploma .
Banville & Jones Wine Institute joins an international group of schools offering the ISG program in Canada , United States , Australia and South America . We are proud that our own wine educator , Gary Hewitt , has achieved the high standards required of ISG instructors and will present our programs .
ISG Wine Fundamentals Certificate , Level 1 This introductory , 8-class course for the wine novice or enthusiast provides an introduction to the basic aspects of sensory evaluation ; wine terminology ; grape growing and winemaking ; food and wine matching ; wine storage and aging ; and wine service . Level 1 explores wine based on the major grape varieties and their distinctive characteristics . Up to 60 wines , including fortified and sparkling will be tasted .
Although the course is presented in a casual , fun atmosphere , students must pass a multiple-choice exam to obtain certification . Duration : three hours , once a week , for 8 weeks ( non-consecutive ). Start : November 18 , 2008 ( Tuesdays ) Cost : $ 550.00 .
ISG Wine Fundamentals Certificate , Level 2 Level 2 expands upon the topics in Level 1 plus beer and spirits are introduced . The overall emphasis of Level 2 shifts to the study of regional wines with the introduction of regional wine laws , and broad-ranging tastings of more than 100 wines from Old and New World wine regions . Level 2 culminates in an intense 3-hour , 3-part exam .
The goal of this course is to prepare you for the Sommelier Diploma Program . Duration : three hours , once a week , for 16 weeks ( non-consecutive ). Start : February 9 , 2009 ( Mondays ) Cost : $ 900.00 .
ISG Sommelier Diploma Program , Level 3 The SDP curriculum covers viticulture , vinification , tasting techniques , cellaring , investment strategy , menu design , and regional analysis of wines , spirits , and beer . You will taste over 400 wines . A key objective of the program is the development of a high standard of wine service backed by knowledge , experience and technical expertise .
To achieve certification , candidates must successfully pass a 5-part , 2-day examination that covers wine knowledge , restaurant wine management , wine service , and blind tasting . Duration : 23 classes , 8 hours per class presented over approximately 6 months . Start : September 13 , 2009 ( proposed ) Cost : $ 2,700.00 .
All seminars are held in the 2nd floor Tuscan Room . We sincerely apologize that our Tuscan Room is not wheelchair accessible .
Contact Banville & Jones at 948- WINE ( 9463 ) for registration information . Gift certificates are available for all courses except ISG .
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