Workshop Introduction

With the improvement of social economy and cultural standards, more and more people are pursuing a tasteful life. Wine tasting has become an indispensable element in daily social interactions and various business occasions, especially when participating in or organizing business and private banquets, where we often encounter different types of wine. How to choose the right wine and how to pair wine with food to make guests feel at home, thereby enhancing the company's image and personal cultural cultivation, are key questions. Therefore, participants will learn about wine-making methods, understanding wine labels, grape varieties, major producing regions, the impact of climate on wine, tasting techniques, evaluation methods and terminology, and food pairing. The aim is to learn the basic concepts of wine tasting from a comprehensive perspective.

Workshop Outline

• Wine styles and production processes
• Major wine-producing countries and famous regions in the world
• Main grape varieties and their characteristics
• Introduction to wine tasting tools
• Basic wine tasting techniques
• Olfactory and gustatory training

Course Information

• Instructor: Mr. Kevin Lei (利開健先生)
• Class Date: Saturday, June 24, 2017
• Class Time: 10:00–13:00, 14:30–17:30
• Language of Instruction: Cantonese, supplemented with Chinese handouts
• Registration Location: Reception, 9th Floor, The Macao Chamber of Commerce Building, No. 175 Shanghai Street, ZAPE
• Fee: MOP 200
• Enquiry Phone: 8296 0707 / 2832 3233