Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan – The Everyday Guide to Wine

Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan – The Everyday Guide to Wine

Course Overview

Every bottle of wine is a journey into a world of flavors, aromas, and culture. Yet, with so many varieties, terms, and regions to understand, wine can seem overwhelming. Whether you’re a beginner or an enthusiast, The Everyday Guide to Wine is the perfect way to expand your knowledge and appreciation for wine. Presented by Master of Wine Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan, one of the few hundred people worldwide to hold the prestigious Master of Wine title, this course offers 24 engaging lectures that dive deep into every aspect of wine—from tasting techniques to understanding different varieties and wine regions.

With Jennifer as your guide, you’ll learn how to appreciate wine in a more sophisticated way, whether you’re hosting a gathering, enjoying a quiet dinner, or shopping for the perfect bottle. Through accessible, interactive lessons, this course breaks down wine into manageable concepts and helps you navigate the often-confusing world of wine labels, pairings, and tasting notes.

What You’ll Learn:

• Master the Basics of Wine: Understand essential wine terminology such as tannins, terroir, and length, and learn the language of wine to better describe its taste, aroma, and texture.
• Winemaking Process: Discover how grapes transform into wine through various winemaking techniques, and learn about the different methods that influence the final product’s taste.
• Interactive Wine Tastings: Along with Jennifer, participate in guided wine tastings to hone your palate. Explore five major wine categories including whites, reds, sparkling, fortified, and dessert wines, each with a comparative survey of their aromas and flavors.
• Explore Top Wine Regions: Take a virtual tour of the world’s top wine regions, from the iconic vineyards of Bordeaux and California to the lesser-known yet equally captivating wine regions of New Zealand and South Africa.
• Practical Wine Tips: Learn valuable advice for tasting, buying, and gifting wine. Understand how to choose the best wine for any occasion and meal pairing.

The Wine Taster’s Toolkit

• Five S’s of Wine Tasting: Perfect the techniques of seeing, swirling, sniffing, sipping, and savoring to fully experience wine.
• Wine Shopping: Get expert tips on how to shop for wine at home, abroad, or online.
• Choosing Wine for Food Pairings: Discover the best wines to pair with different types of food, ensuring every meal is enhanced by the perfect wine.

Course Highlights:

• Presented by Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan: A renowned wine expert, Master of Wine, and Certified Specialist of Spirits, Jennifer brings over 20 years of experience and extensive knowledge of global wines.
• Engaging and Interactive: With tasting sessions, expert advice, and a guidebook full of valuable wine lists and reference guides, you will gain a comprehensive wine education.
• Global Wine Regions: From the classics of France, Italy, and California, to the emerging wine destinations in Argentina, New Zealand, and South Africa, this course covers it all.

Course Outline

1. Why Learn About Wine?
2. A Taster’s Tool Kit
3. Winemaking—From Vineyard to Harvest
4. Winemaking—From Harvest to Bottle
5. The Whites—Riesling to Chardonnay
6. The Reds—Pinot Noir to Cabernet
7. Champagne and Other Sparkling Wines
8. Port, Sherry, and Other Fortified Wines
9. What to Drink with Dessert
10. French Regions—Bordeaux and Loire
11. French Regions—Burgundy and Alsace
12. French Regions—Rhône, Languedoc, Provence
13. Wines of Northern Italy
14. Wines of Southern Italy
15. The Tastes of Germany and Austria
16. The Tastes of Spain and Portugal
17. U.S. Regions—California
18. U.S. Regions—Washington and Oregon
19. Other U.S. Regions, Mexico, and Canada
20. Sampling Argentina and Chile
21. The Best of Australia and Tasmania
22. Wines of New Zealand and South Africa
23. Becoming a Knowledgeable Wine Buyer
24. Wine for Any Occasion and Any Food

Unlock the world of wine with The Everyday Guide to Wine—an expert-led journey that will make every glass of wine more enjoyable and meaningful. Whether you’re looking to refine your palate, impress your guests with wine knowledge, or confidently pick the perfect bottle for any occasion, this course is your gateway to becoming a wine connoisseur.