DTC Academy | Wine Sales Advisor Level 2 Training Course

Candidates will enhance their wine knowledge and be able to communicate at a higher level with guests. Introducing important global wine knowledge adds context and background to the wines they serve.

Knowing how food and wine can complement each other and enhance the experience, adds real value to the guest experience. Candidates will discover how to recommend wines with confidence with a deeper knowledge of wine, creating a valuable connection for international and wine knowledgeable guests.

The DTC Academy Wine Sales Advisor Level 2 course covers the following:

• Further wine making – understanding each stage of wine production and why.
• Main wine styles in South Africa – a look at the styles of wine made in South Africa with comparison to their international equivalents.
• Important wine regions of South Africa – an overview of important wine regions, the grapes they are known for and how the climate influences those wines.
• Key international wines – know your Bordeaux from Burgundy, Chianti from Rioja. A look at key international wines every wine professional should know.
• Theory of food and wine pairing – discover why food and wine pairing can enhance the guest experience.
• Discovery wine tasting – compare and contrast wines from different climates.
• Introduction to upselling – learn some basic strategies to sell better wine.

This is Part 2 of the Wine Sales Professional Certificate

See all scheduled course dates HERE and below:

• Wine Sales Advisor Level 1 (1 day) - Tues 14 April, Mon 01 June, Tues 04 August
• Wine Sales Advisor Level 2 (1 day) - Tues 21 April, Mon 08 June, Tues 11 August
• Wine Sales Advisor Level 3 (1 day) - Thurs 23 April, Mon 15 June, Tues 18 August
• Wine Sales Professional Certificate (3 days, includes assessment and exam) - Tues-Thurs 18/19/20 May, Mon-Wed 22/23/24 June, Mon-Wed 24/25/26 August
• South African Wine Course (2 days) -  Mon-Tues 29/30 June, Mon-Tues 07/08 September

Contact Judy Brower | judy@wine.co.za | 021 851 2737 | 076 011 0753 for more info.

To find out more about our DTC Academy, click HERE.

If you would like us to do the training at your venue, we need a minimum of 4 candidates booked; please contact us as above to make arrangements.

Ts & Cs

• The courses will only be confirmed once we have a minimum of 4 candidates - so please indicate your interest as soon as possible.
• We can take a maximum of 6 candidates
• Tea/Coffee provided
• Please bring your own lunch
• Any cancellations on the day or up to 5 days before the event will incur full costs.