Masters Programs Overview
The Wine Scholar Guild's Masters programs are wine industry-endorsed study programs for trade and advanced students of wine. They offer detailed and comprehensive views of key wine regions, allowing you to truly set yourself apart with knowledge. Candidates can earn Masters certificates for accruing expertise in each of the wine regions of France including:
The Masters Online programs include:
- A comprehensive study manual for the region being studied
- A comprehensive series of live and/or recorded webinars with Masters of Wine, journalists and iconic producers
- Instructor support and assistance
Plus:
- The online exam
- Online quizzes and learning games for self-evaluation
- Pronunciation exercises
- Downloadable maps
- A list of recommended wines to sample on your own or in a tasting group organized by students enrolled in the online program
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4 reasons to sign up for our Masters programs:
1. Truly master your favorite wine region.
2. Become an expert at pairing wines with food.
3. Learn from the experts who are reputed for their deep knowledge of the regions.
4. Discover who's who in the region and buy top value wine from talented producers.
Free webinars excerpts pulled from the Masters programs:
STUDY UNDER ICONIC PRODUCERS, MASTER SOMMELIERS, MASTERS OF WINE AND MASTERFUL INSTRUCTORS...
- Masters of Wine including: Elizabeth Gabay MW, Rosemary George MW, Jay Youmans MW, Debra Meiburg MW, Roger Bohmrich MW, Fiona Morrison MW, Charles Curtis MW, Matthew Stubbs MW, Essi Avellan MW, Stephen Charters MW;
- Master Sommeliers including: Eric Hemer MS, MW, Geoff Kruth MS;
- Iconic producers including: Olivier Humbrecht MW, Paul Amsellem, Louis Barruol
- Highly regarded industry professionals and journalists including: Thierry Meyer, Andrew Jefford, Allen Meadows, Peter Liem, Don Kinnan
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Olivier Humbrecht MW | Andrew Jefford | Steve Charters MW |
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Charles Curtis MW |
Essi Avellan MW | Peter Liem | Allen Meadows |
Immersion Study Trips designed with wine professionals and serious wine students in mind!
For the complete immersion experience, travel to the major wine regions of France, Italy, and Spain with world-renowned wine instructors and visit both iconic and below the radar estates and enjoy tastings tailored for professionals
Click on the region of your choice to learn more:
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Portugal
Apr 07 - Apr 12, 2024 -
Rioja
May 05 - May 10, 2024 -
Sicily
May 12 - May 17, 2024 -
Bourgogne
May 12 - May 17, 2024SOLD-OUT
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Mosel
May 26 - May 31, 2024 -
Champagne
May 28 - Jun 01, 2024SOLD-OUT
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Piedmont
Jun 02 - Jun 07, 2024 -
Rhône Valley
Jun 16 - Jun 21, 2024SOLD-OUT
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Veneto, Trentino and Alto Adige
Sep 08 - Sep 13, 2024 -
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Campania
Oct 13 - Oct 18, 2024 -
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Backroads Bourgogne
Oct 13 - Oct 18, 2024SOLD-OUT
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Bordeaux
Oct 20 - Oct 25, 2024SOLD-OUT