I’ve worked in wine since 2013, spending the last few years working with Yacht Crew: consulting, teaching WSET and creating bespoke courses for on board and online training. Why are my sessions so unique? Because you’re training with a true wine professional and that is the best, most in-depth way to learn.
Why do I need Wine Training?
- To feel confident tasting, presenting and serving wine
- To be able to plan menus and wine lists around guests’ tastes
- To be able to pair wine successfully: enhancing dining experiences and avoiding clashes
- To able to answer any questions your guests might have
- To feel confident sourcing and suggesting alternatives when desired wines are unavailable
- To be able to understand wine labels and professionally manage on board stock
The following Masterclasses are available as a one-off session or as part of a package (see below).
Food + Wine Pairing
Level 1
Learn the basics behind food and wine pairing interactions! Understand how positive and negative reactions occur when pairing and why the classic combinations work so well.
Time: 1h30mins | Price: 80€
Level 2
Learn how to pair food and wine based on texture, intensity and flavour. Understand the concepts of complimenting vs. contrasting and how to apply these when pairing.
Time: 2 hours | Price: 105€
Level 3
A deep dive into how the meal as a whole should be approached when pairing wine. Covering cooking techniques, sauces, fat and protein we will explore how certain dishes can influence whether a wine enhances or takes away from the dining experience.
Time: 2 hours | Price: 105€
Book all three for 260€ instead of 290€ (select ‘Pairing Pack’ when booking)
Wine Tasting
Level 1: How to Taste
Learn how to identify and describe a wine’s structure, aroma and flavour profile. This beginners look into common wine styles will help to calibrate your palate.
Time: 1h30mins | Price: 80€
Level 2a: Important White Grapes
Tasting the white grapes you need to know about, with a focus on common on-board choices. You will learn about grape characteristics, winemaking, famous regions and labelling terms.
Time: 2 hours | Price: 105€
Level 2b: Important Red Grapes
Tasting the red grapes you need to know about, with a focus on common on-board choices. You will learn about grape characteristics, winemaking, famous regions and labelling terms.
Time: 2 hours | Price: 105€
Book all three for 260€ instead of 290€ (select ‘Tasting Pack’ when booking)
Bespoke Training
Want a tailored learning experience?
What could be better than training crew in the environment where they’ll be making use of these skills? I can create a detailed course tailored to the needs of your interior crew and any owner requirements.
Offered on board at a time convenient to your crew, these courses can include any combination of the Masterclasses or Packages shown. Or they can be completely unique: a bespoke package just for you.
Online, 1-1 and small groups also possible.
Click here to ask for a quote! Or fill out the booking form.
Bespoke Training
Want a tailored learning experience?
What could be better than training crew in the environment where they’ll be making use of these skills? I can create a detailed course tailored to the needs of your interior crew and any owner requirements.
Offered on board at a time convenient to your crew, these courses can include any combination of the Masterclasses or Packages shown. Or they can be completely unique: a bespoke package just for you.
Online, 1-1 and small groups also possible.
Click here to ask for a quote! Or fill out the booking form.
These packages are designed to be taught in person (e.g. on board). Online is possible across a longer time frame.
Starter Pack (1 day)
For complete beginners just starting out in the industry. This is the perfect pack to build confidence and prove your professional competency in wine. A great CV booster, it covers the beginner levels for Pairing and Tasting plus Service + Storage.
Wine Tasting Level 1: How to Taste
Food + Wine Pairing Level 1
The Wine Tool Kit
Time: 5 hours | Price: 235€
Pro Pack (1-2 days)
For those already working with wine but looking to take their career further. This pack is ideal if you’re looking to deepen your wine knowledge and skillset. It covers the intermediate and advanced levels of Pairing and Tasting.
Wine Tasting Level 2a: Important White Grapes
Wine Tasting Level 2b: Important Red Grapes
Food + Wine Pairing Level 2
Food + Wine Pairing Level 3
Time: 8 hours | Price: 370€
The Wine Tool Kit can be added on for an additional 80€
Starter Pack (1 day)
For complete beginners just starting out in the industry. This is the perfect pack to build confidence and prove your professional competency in wine. A great CV booster, it covers the beginner levels for Pairing and Tasting plus Service + Storage.
Wine Tasting Level 1: How to Taste
Food + Wine Pairing Level 1
The Wine Tool Kit
Time: 5 hours | Price: 235€
Pro Pack (1-2 days)
For those already working with wine but looking to take their career further. This pack is ideal if you’re looking to deepen your wine knowledge and skillset. It covers the intermediate and advanced levels of Pairing and Tasting.
Wine Tasting Level 2a: Important White Grapes
Wine Tasting Level 2b: Important Red Grapes
Food + Wine Pairing Level 2
Food + Wine Pairing Level 3
Time: 8 hours | Price: 370€
The Wine Tool Kit can be added on for an additional 80€
What you need to know
- Prices are per person and include tax. Discounts are available for groups of 5+ people
- There will be a separate cost for wine based on your budget, group size and location
- Each session comes with complimentary professional resources for you to keep
- Online sessions are available worldwide
- In person sessions are available along the French Riviera and in other European destinations: additional charges will apply for travel (I am based in Antibes)
- Professional certificates will be provided upon completion of each Masterclass or Package to prove competency
These sessions are designed with yacht crew in mind, to offer professional wine training and a detailed insight into the world of wine. But they’re open to all! Anyone interested in wine will benefit from the knowledge, confidence and skills they provide.
If you’re looking for something super specific, or want me to set up a series of classes tailored to your interests (e.g. grape growing, pinot noir, rosé pairing) just get in touch! I will make it happen.