What’s Inside Seven Day Sommelier

Module 1

What Is Wine?

In this module, you'll get a clear understanding of winemaking and a confident grasp on the foundational world of wine styles.

Module Highlights:

• Let's Define Wine - what it is and what it isn't
• An Explanation of Fermentation - how exactly does this mystical process work?
• Colors and Styles - white, red, rosé and more...

Module 2

The Major Grapes

In this module, you'll get well-versed in the major grapes, setting the stage for your wine-tasting adventures.

Module Highlights:

• The 'Big Five' Red Varietals
• The 'Big Five' White Varietals
• Grey Grapes! (what they areand how you can look super cool knowing them!)

Module 3

How To Taste Wine

In this module, you'll learn to confidently taste and describe wines, as well as become a blind tasting expert in less than an hour!

Module Highlights:

• The Deductive Tasting Method
• Blind Tastings of both Red and White Wines
• Aroma and Color Chart Cheat Sheets to Keep on Hand Forever!

Modules 4 & 5

The Old World

Explore the history, grape varieties, and unique terroirs that define the iconic Old World regions of France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Germany and Austria.

Module Highlights:

• In-depth explorations of the history, geography, culture of these storied regions
• Deep understanding of the iconic old world wine styles, which inspire the world over
• Foundational knowledge of regions and labeling, to help you decode labels forevermore

Module 6

The New World

Venture into the exciting world of New World wines, spanning the United States, South America, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. 

Module Highlights:

• Fun and informative overviews of the major New World regions
• An understanding of the geology, history, grapes and wine styles of each region
• Expertise on the major wine styles of the world and how they compare

Module 7

Wine In Your Life

Wrap up your journey by exploring the practical aspects of wine, from expertly pairing wine with food to decoding labels and finding the perfect wines for your preferences. 

Module Highlights:

• Pairing Food and Wine: general rules, classic pairings and the most helpful cheat sheet ever!
• Decoding Labels: the rules made simple, and another great cheat sheet
• Finding Your Wine: shopping restaurant and retail, and general wisdom to drink by

"I learned more about wine in one hour from Kelsey than I have in years!"

If you're a wine lover or simply curious about wine, and you want to feel confident choosing wines and pairing them with your meals, then you understand the importance of having the right guidance. You don't just want to taste; you want to unlock the secrets behind the labels. You want Seven Day Sommelier!

You've been handed the extensive wine list the restaurant and felt overwhelmed and unsure. You've attended fancy dinner parties where wine conversations left you feeling like an outsider. You've faced that big wall of wine at the grocery store and started to sweat. You've wanted to impress guests with perfectly paired bottles but had no idea where to start. You've felt the frustration of not being able to articulate what it is that you like about a wine or how to find it. You've wanted to enjoy wine but it hasn't felt fun.