The CFPPA in Beaune offers one of the best postgraduate wine degrees available in France. The course, intitled ‘CCIV - Connaissance et Commerce International des Vins’, now benefits from the prestigious ‘masters’ status. The Mastère degree is conferred by the Conférence des Grandes Ecoles de France to graduates from this 6-month plus practical work experience programme. Taught in Beaune, the Master of International Wine is a postgraduate degree open to candidates with undergraduate university degrees from all over the world. 40% of CCVIC Masters graduates are now from overseas, usually from Asia and North America. A Burgundian perspective on wines from the world over Perhaps the greatest advantage of the CCIV Master of International Wine is that the teaching staff are wine professionals based in the region. External teachers bring to bear their own practical experience. The course has three essential components: oenology, viticulture and commerce. The excellent quality of the oenology and viticulture teaching in particular reflects the centre’s location here in the heart of one of the world’s finest wine regions and the CFPPA’s links with the local wine industry.

Oenology course modules are given by Jean-Pierre Confuron, President of the Association of Oenologists in France, winegrower in Vosne-Romanée and technical director at Maison Chanson Père et Fils in Beaune. Viticulture is in the capable hands of Jean-Yves Bizot, a winegrower from Vosne-Romanée. Other members of the CCIV teaching staff include Jean-Pierre Renard, lecturer and wine writer (wine tasting), Alain Meunier of the renowned Domain Jean-Jacques Confuron, Martin Prieure (Domaine Jacques Prieure), the inimitable Jean-Pierre Charlot of the Domaine Voillot Joseph in Volnay and Jean-Claude Fournioux of the Institut Universitaire de la Vigne et du Vin. Commerce and trade aspects are covered by Michel Depretz of the Maison Albert Bichot, Jean-Marc Veuillet of Blasons de Bourgogne and François Denis of the négociants Lupé-Cholet. The CCIV programme combines practical, hands-on projects and field visits with academic classwork. Students learn through observation trips to most wine regions of France, to Italy and on extended stays in the United States and in Britain where they take the WSET Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Wines and Spirits with the UK’s top wine faculty at Plumpton College.

CCIV students with dizzying wine careers The proportion of foreign students has risen steadily. Now nearly half of admissions are from overseas, a large number are Korean, Japanese, Thai or Chinese. Course director Florence Zito explains the rise in Asian participation by the quasi spiritual dimension enjoyed by wine in the far east for the last few years. top 10 wine quotes“The Japanese manga comic book about the beauty of wine ‘Kami no Shizuku’ (The Drops of God) has taken Japan by storm and is conquering Korea and China”, says Florence. good wine during pregnancyCCIV graduates include many figures now well-known in the international wine trade. wine in china priceFéderico Hasenclever, international brand manager with Gonzalez Byass graduated from the outstandingly talented class of 2002. best italian red wine 2015

Englishman Marc Cresswell, responsible for wine selection at Auchan also learnt his stuff in Beaune. In 2000 Koji Nakada and Jae Hwa Park founded the wine merchants and export firm Lou Dumont after leaving the CFPPA. Pascal Schildt left Burgundy for the Rhône Valley to boost Gabriel Meffre’s export sales. best italian wine shop in londonOther celebrated wine trade figures from the ranks of CCIV graduates are French wine journalist Claire Brosse, Jaimie Dutton, now with Daniel Johnnes in New York and Nicolas Pellenc, European wine buyer for Canadian importer Vincor.best meals to eat with wine Tel. 03 80 24 79 95, CFPPA, 8, avenue du Parc, 21200 Beaune, France.best wine quotes all time Lire « Le mastère bourguignon en commerce des vins à Beaune » en français.best reasonably priced wine glasses

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Touring Nuits-Saint-Georges, Vosne-Romanée & Gevrey Burgundy wine throughout the ages Open day at the Printemps de Monthelie A most sincere partisan of biodynamic winegrowing Christie’s to organise the Hospices de Beaune wine sale Burgundy’s Master of International Wine in Beaune Tastevinage champions Burgundy’s great wines Along the wine route from Beaune to SantenayA very warm welcome to Surrey Wine School. We are a local, independent wine education company which specialises in hosting wine tastings and wine courses in Guildford. Our courses are open to everyone and anyone; no previous wine tasting experience is necessary. Our wine courses and wine tastings focus on learning about wine in a relaxed and informal environment. Our fantastic wine events in Surrey are the NUMBER 1 activity in GUILDFORD on Tripadvisor here is what one of our customers wrote; 'We have been visiting Jeremy's wine evenings frequently for nearly two years - and have never had a night that wasn't exceptional.

Knowledgable and intelligent, Jeremy ensures that everyone learns something and enjoys themselves, no matter their previous experience. He also gives fantastic tips for planning vineyard holidays'! Alexandra March 2015 Via Tripadvisor Saturday Introduction courses, are a great way of immersing yourself in the subject through a leisurely tasting of 12 delicious wines. Our 1- Evening wine tastings look at specific regions and are a great way to meet people who share a passion for wine - do try one, we are sure you'll enjoy itBook the 8- week World of Wine Course (one evening/week) covering all the main regions of the world for only £95! That's a saving of £25 against the cost of the same evenings booked seperately. And if you can't make a particular evening you can easily pick it up again or receive a credit against any tasting. (Note - £10 is payable each night to cover wine, but that's still £5 off the seperate cost of some evenings!). All our Wine Tastings are also available as Gift Vouchers for the perfect Gift (and our vouchers never expire!).

To see all the Wine Tasting and Wine Courses we are running in Surrey in the next few months - just click here ! SELECTION of LATEST TASTINGS -2017 NEW 8-Week World of Wine Course May 18th 2017 7.00pm-9.00pm (8 consecutive Thursdays)  over 12 countries/48+ wines/loads of fun! - only £95 for 8 weeks plus £10 on the night wine fee - have to miss an evening? No problem - get a credit!   New Saturday  Wine Course held at The County Club in central Guildford Sat 24th May 11am-4pm £85 2 places left  includes Champagne on arrival 11 other wines during the day and a tasty two course lunch at The County Club, an exclusive private members club . New Steak and Red Wine Matching Fri 14th July 2017 7pm £35 Guildford Join us on a fabulous evening learning about the art of preparing great steak dishes. You will see how to select your steak, what makes a good steak, and how to cook your steak. Maxwell will be showing three different cuts of steak, In addition, learn how to make a delicious sauce to accompany your steak, along with lots of other professional tips all paired with 6 top red wines BOOK NOW !

NEW Introduction to Wine Evening Friday 9th June7pm Guildford £25 If you want to get a taste of what we offer at Surrey Wine School, then join us for an introductory look at the wonderfully diverse world of wine. We will taste at least six wines from around the world and provide many pointers to enhance your appreciation of wine.  We also run fabulous Wine Courses at other locations across the UK - click here to learn more...All our our evening courses take place at The Guildford Institute,Ward Street, Guildford,GU14LH. These tastings will take place in a private room ,and will also run from 7pm-9pm. Our Saturday courses are held at The County Club in central Guildford,close to all transport facilities. The County Club is a meeting and dining venue in the heart of Guildford, and the amenities on tap are one of the town’s best kept secrets.Not sure which course to select? Have a general enquiry about wine tastings or Surrey Wine School? Please call me on 01306 898569 or 07436 072518 and I will be delighted to talk you through our courses.