Students must attend the following course dates:
Saturday January 17th, 2026 10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday January 18th, 2026 10:00am - 5:00pm
Monday January 19th, 2026 10:00am - 1:00pm (EXAM)
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.
Course materials may be picked up from The Vineyard Wine Market during normal business hours or mailed to you for a small additional fee.
For full course requirements and further information, please visit the Champagne Education website.
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12 hours with educator over 2 Days
2 hour assessment on Day 2
At least 7 hours of preparation is expected:
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.
Read the student booklet
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Please note a 1 hour break will be given midday but lunch will not be provided
Day 1:
Education: Introduction, tasting technique, food and Champagne pairing | Champagne Terroir
Workshops: Perfect pairing | Champagne Game
Tasting: 6 Champagne Wines
Day 2:
Education: Champenois Method, Recommending, serving & storage
Workshops: The Cellar Master | The Wine Merchant
Tasting: 6 Champagne Wines
Day 3 Assessment: A 1 hour and 45 minute closed book exam will be held at the end of Day 2. This will include 30 multiple choice questions, 2 short answer questions, and tasting descriptors for 2 Champagne wines
$695 | 16 hours | 14 Wines
Deposits & Payment plans now available.
Please email admin@oenophile.institute for details.
Registration must be completed by January 2nd 2026.