banville & jones wine institute
WINE APPRECIATION: BANVILLE & JONES BASICS PROGRAMS If you want to discover the world of wine, we offer relaxed, fun, and informative Wine Basics programs. All Basics classes run from 7:00 – 9:00 pm in the Tuscan Room. Class sizes are limited to ensure a great learning experience!
Wine Basics, Level 1 This two-evening course is designed for the beginner wine enthusiast. The classes cover wine styles, major wine grapes, and tasting. September 17 & 24( Thursdays) October 21 & 28( Wednesdays) January 14 & 21( Thursdays) February 11 & 18( Thursdays) March 11 & 18( Thursdays) Cost: $ 79.00 per person
Beyond Basics, Level 2 A four-evening intermediate course, for those wanting to taste through the world of wine. Interactive classes cover major wine regions, wine styles, and the scandals that created them! October 8, 15, 22 & 29( Thursdays) February 3, 10, 17 & 24( Wednesdays) Cost: $ 149.00 per person
Please see www. banvilleandjones. com or contact Banville & Jones at 948-WINE( 9463) for further information. Cancellation policy in effect. Gift cards are available for Basics classes.
WINE CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS Since 2001, Banville & Jones has proudly presented the International Sommelier Guild( www. internationalsommelier. com) wine studies programs. Designed especially for hospitality, service, and restaurant professionals, the ISG program is also suitable for amateur wine enthusiasts.
ISG CERTIFICATION
ISG Wine Fundamentals Certificate, Level 1 This introductory course for the wine novice or enthusiast covers sensory evaluation; wine terminology; grape growing and winemaking; food and wine matching; wine storage and aging; and wine service. Wine is explored by grape variety. Approximately 60 wines will be tasted, including fortified and sparkling wines. To obtain certification, students must pass a 60-question multiple-choice exam. Duration: three hours, once a week, for eight weeks( non-consecutive) Starting: January 12( Tuesdays); March 16( Tuesdays), June 9( Wednesdays) Course cost: $ 600.00, includes GST
ISG Wine Fundamentals Certificate, Level 2 Level 2 expands upon Level 1 topics, and beer and spirits are introduced. Emphasis shifts to a regional exploration of wines and includes broad-ranging tastings of more than 100 wines from Old and New World wine regions. Level 2 culminates in a challenging three-hour, three-part exam. The goal of this course is to prepare students for the Sommelier Diploma Program. Duration: three hours, once a week, for 16 weeks( non-consecutive) Starting: June 8( Tuesdays) Course cost: $ 1,000.00, includes GST
ISG Sommelier Diploma Program The rigorous SDP aims to develop high standards of wine service backed by extensive knowledge and technical expertise. For additional detail, please visit either the Banville & Jones website or the ISG website. Duration: 23 classes, eight hours per class, presented over approximately six months Start date: Monday, October 19 Cost: $ 3,250.00, includes GST
Register for ISG programs online at www. banvilleandjones. com / winedbj. aspx
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