Students must attend all of the following course dates:
Sunday, November 16th 2025 10:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday, November 23rd 2025 10:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday, November 30th 2025 10:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday, December 7th 2025 10:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday, December 14th 2025 11:00am - 1:00pm (exam)
Please note short 15-30 minute breaks will be given but lunch will not be provided.
The Champagne Specialist Course from Comité Champagne offers an in-depth exploration into the world of Champagne, covering its rich history, unique terroir, production methods, and diverse styles. Participants gain specialized knowledge and skills essential for understanding and recommending one of the world's most renowned sparkling wines, recognized globally for its quality and heritage.
All candidates must complete the Level 2 of the Comite’s E-Learning program. This is no additional cost and takes about 90 minutes. You may not sit for the course exam if you have not completed this.
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12 hours with educator over 4 weeks
2 hour assessment on week 5
At least 7 hours of preparation is expected:
Complete the Champagne MOOC
Read the student booklet
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Session 1: Introduction, tasting technique, food and Champagne pairing | Workshop: Perfect pairing | Tasting: 3 Champagne Wines
Session 2: Champagne Terroir | Workshop: Champagne Game | Tasting: 3 Champagne Wines
Session 3: Champenois Method | Workshop: The Cellar Master | Tasting: 3 Champagne Wines
Session 4: Recommending, serving & storage | Workshop: The Wine Merchant | Tasting: 3 Champagne Wines
Session 5 Assessment: A 1 hour and 45 minute closed book exam to cover 30 multiple choice questions, 2 short answer questions, and tasting descriptors for 2 Champagne wines
Course materials may be picked up at The Vineyard Wine Market during business hours or mailed to you for a small additional fee.
For full course requirements and further information, please visit the Champagne Education website.
$695 | 14 hours | 14 Wines
Deposits & Payment plans now available.
Please email Mary at admin@oenophile.institute for details.
Registration must be completed by November 1st, 2025.