Napa Valley Wine Academy

New Podcast ALERT! If you are considering a professional career in wine, this is the episode for you. Wine, Work & Passion with Karen Wetzel ... She talks with Curtis Mann, Master of Wine, Group Vice President Alcohol (Wine, Beer & Spirits). Curtis shares his insights about working on the retail side of the wine industry and provides actionable advice to help you in pursuit of your wine industry career. He also will shares his experience as one of only 52 Masters of Wine in the US/Canada.

Have you ever wondered what it takes to launch a product in the wine market? The class examines the key decisions that must be made at every level -- from vineyard and production to sales distribution. Gain a deeper understanding of the entire supply chain and value chain, from grape to glass. Your study of marketing, distribution and sales includes primary brands as well as options for export and negociant brands The Business of Wine Course Online... http://ow.ly/ru6S50EZ1RD See more

Good things come to those who wait. And we’ve waited a loooong time. We are thrilled to announce the return of in-person classes NEXT MONTH beginning with WSET Levels 1 and 2 at our Napa and Tampa locations. (WSET Level 3 coming soon for both locations.) Learn more about wine through sight, smell, and taste in these hands-on courses. Classes will be limited to 12 students to adhere to COVID protocols. This allows for an exclusive and immersive experience with both instructors... and fellow students. We can’t wait to welcome students back to our campuses. If any new developments require us to transition back to virtual classes, we can ship wine kits directly to your home. We highly recommend travel insurance for flights/hotels. See you in the classroom! http://ow.ly/6McY50EWX26

Reminder the D1 (Wine Production) begins on May 31st. If you are considering the WSET diploma now is the time to start. Building on the knowledge and skills gained from the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines, the WSET 4 diploma will deepen your understanding of how and why wine production and business factors influence the style, quality, and price of wines. ... The WSET Level 4 Diploma fulfills the prerequisite for an advanced wine qualification for entry to the Master of Wine (MW) program and opens doors to further professional advancement. Register Now http://ow.ly/2xiK50EUtwz

We knew that our Mastering Biodynamics Summit Series would be popular. We just didn’t know it would be THIS popular. We sold out so quickly we’ve decided to open an additional 20 seats TODAY. Grab your spot while you can!... This course is perfect for you if you want To be on the cutting edge of wine education, and dive into a topic barely covered in the highest certifications To uncover the mysteries and misunderstandings of biodynamics To deepen your knowledge of clean wine and the differences between organic and biodynamic Discover what biodynamics offers for gastronomy and trade Remember, we’re breaking the content into 4 days (June 5, 10, 17, 24). Each event includes: Presentations by Dr. Georg Meissner and Master of Wine Romana Echensperger Live tastings Discussions with renowned biodynamic winemakers Your registration includes a 6-bottle (60 ml) wine kit featuring biodynamic wines -- some not yet available in the U.S. If you didn’t commit the first time, here is your second chance. Register Here http://ow.ly/e53P50EUsZJ

New Article released this month by WSET Diploma candidate at NVWA, Stacy Briscoe Read here http://ow.ly/LRiQ50ESiaV "Biodynamic Viticulture in the Heart of Napa Valley"... Stacy Briscoe is a Sonoma-based wine journalist and editor who publishes for several publications including Wine Enthusiast, SevenFifty Daily, and Wine Industry Network, among others. Read this article and more in the "community" section of our website. We keep the student at the center in all that we do. Remember you can access the free educational resources + NVWA weekly newsletter.

Ahead of Champagne Day, we are hosting our usual Monday trivia with Christian and Jess and talking all things Champagne. Test your knowledge and prepare for the special day by visiting the official online Champagne education course. t.ly/vNp1 Don't miss it!

Sorry but there will be no Study Hall Today - See you next week, same time, same station.

Join us 2 pm pacific / 5 pm eastern for a special Wine Trivia - Trick or Treat WSET Pairing Basics. It will be SPOOKTACULAR

Join us on Facebook Monday, Nov. 2nd at 2 pm pacific / 5 pm eastern for a special hour of Wine Trivia - Trick or Treat WSET Pairing Basics. It will be SPOOKTACULAR #wine #winetasting #winetastings #winestudent ... #wineeducation #wineeducator #virtualwinetasting #winesales #wineprofessional #wineprofessionals #wineindustry #wset #wsetglobal #halloween #hallowine See more

Hurry, sale ends tonight. $50 OFF ALL SPIRITS COURSES WSET Spirits Level 1 http://ow.ly/qUAS50C6Kcc ... WSET Spirits Level 2 http://ow.ly/nSQD50C6Kci Certified Bourbon Professional http://ow.ly/6WD150C6Kcj Certified Scotch Professional http://ow.ly/Yf6550C6Kcg And, in the spirit of Halloween, you'll get a secret treat upon enrollment. Hurry - Offer expires end of day Sunday, Nov. 1st. #bartender #bartenders #mixology #mixologist #mixologists #bartending #bartendingprofessional #spirits #craftspirits #nightclub #nighclubs #scotch #scotchwhisky #scotchandsoda #scotchwhiskey #scotchlover #bourbon #bourbonwhiskey #bourbonenthusiast #bourbonlover #whiskey #whiskeys #whiskeylover #whiskeylovers #whiskeygirl #whisky #cocktails #cocktail #happyhour #wsetglobal

Our next Level 2 online course begins in 7 days : enroll now! http://ow.ly/578e50A2aTJ Napa Valley Wine Academy’s WSET Level 2 Online Course now includes a six-bottle (187ml bottles) wine tasting kit with every enrollment AT NO EXTRA CHARGE. ... We have partnered with Master the World to offer you a six-bottle wine tasting kit specifically designed to accompany your WSET Level 2 course. Using this kit, you will be able to actively taste along with your instructor and classmates during the 2 LIVE tasting webinars included with your online course. Exam available ONLINE. All wines included in the kits have been carefully selected by Master of Wine Peter Marks and Catherine Bugue head of NVWA Education to match the WSET Level 2 specification and to ensure that you have the best opportunity to calibrate your palate.

Next class begins in 7 days : enroll now! http://ow.ly/hkqK50A29Sn This introductory level wine certification course teaches students through sight, smell, and taste to understand more about wine. By the end of the online course, you’ll be able to taste wine using a systematic approach to tasting and be able to identify the main styles of wine. You’ll also learn the fundamental principles of food and wine pairing and be able to apply these to your food and wine choices. ... Napa Valley Wine Academy students will also receive study pointers on the Level 1 WSET exam. As you work through the online course, you will be submitting your homework assignments with your online instructor. Tasting is an essential part of studying for this course, and you will need to taste a range of wines, and the list of recommendations can be found inside your online class, along with suggestions on where you can purchase them online.

$50 OFF ALL SPIRITS COURSES WSET Spirits Level 1 http://ow.ly/lWpk50C6Kch ... WSET Spirits Level 2 http://ow.ly/hPpA50C6Kcf Certified Bourbon Professional http://ow.ly/NdAl50C6Kce Certified Scotch Professional http://ow.ly/rk7550C6Kcd And, in the spirit of Halloween, you'll get a secret treat upon enrollment. Hurry - Offer expires end of day Sunday, Nov. 1st. #bartender #bartenders #mixology #mixologist #mixologists #bartending #bartendingprofessional #spirits #craftspirits #nightclub #nighclubs #scotch #scotchwhisky #scotchandsoda #scotchwhiskey #scotchlover #bourbon #bourbonwhiskey #bourbonenthusiast #bourbonlover #whiskey #whiskeys #whiskeylover #whiskeylovers #whiskeygirl #whisky #cocktails #cocktail #happyhour #wsetglobal

Our weekly segment from our French Wine Correspondent, Paris Wine Girl We just finished the harvest last month, and now we will have a look inside the winery at some of the processes that occur during vinification. Interested in learning more about the winemaking process and how it relates to taste? We offer WSET 1, 2 & 3 online! ... https://napavalleywineacademy.com/courses/wset/ + be on the lookout for the next weekly segment from Emily every Thursday. Special thanks to our French Wine producers who helped us bring you closer to the wines this week - Château de Meursault

Some valuable information in this report for Master of Wine and WSET Level 4 Diploma Students! https://www.wineaustralia.com//global-demand-is-steady-for

Congratulations to our #champagneday contest winner @goodlandwines Thanks to everyone who participated. #winner #champagne @champagne_officiel @ninawines

Today's Monday FunDay Wine trivia topic is Harvest. See if you have what it takes to be a wine trivia master. Hosted by Peter Marks, MW

It's #ChampagneDay today! Indulge your senses and your brain all day! Win 2 bottles of authentic Champagne!! To wine, go directly to @napavalleywineacademy on instagram to enter. Join Instagram Live today at 3 pm pst/6 pm est where we'll chat with Champagne expert Ariel Arce. ... Have fun with the FB trivia session we did on 10/19. https://www.facebook.com/NapaValleyWineAcademy/videos/675608280056076 And if you really want to immerse yourself in bubbles, watch our FREE webinar on Champagne Styles by clicking this link: http://ow.ly/3iUa50C17Cf