One week, and the entire world of wine will be yours. In the mornings, you will learn the skills of a wine master. By the end of the week, you will understand the intricate flavors of fine wine, and you will be able to speak the language of the vine.

The world of wine is built on the foundation of taste. The top professionals in the food, wine, and hospitality industries understand this: the committed student of wine must learn this. To stand tall in the wine world, the student must learn to unravel the hidden flavors of wine and speak the language of the senses. 

"The Wine School is a great place to build knowledge and pursue your passion." Jonathan Newman, Former Chairman of the PLCB

Most wine enthusiasts remain tourists of the grape: they drink and enjoy without ever knowing the greater joys hidden just below the surface. The Foundation Course is your key to unlocking that world. With it, you just may be able to turn a mere hobby into a deeply passionate and highly creative calling. 

"The Foundation program is truly a unique and enjoyable learning experience... it is the only chemistry class you will fall in love with." Bob Pigeon, Executive Editor of De Capo Press. 

The Foundation Wine Certificate Program is the only certificate program of its kind in the United States, and it is only available through the Wine School of Philadelphia. In a single semester, students will learn the techniques and knowledge to become extraordinary wine tasters. Graduates are able to identity major wine varietals in a blind tasting: a skill many seasoned sommeliers cannot accomplish. 

Course Subjects

• The Science of Wine
• Understanding White Wines
• Old World and New World Styles
• Understanding Red Wines
• The Wine Components
• Introduction to Winemaking
• Blind Tasting
• Food and Wine Pairing