Introduction to wine

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Start at the beginning with an introduction to how wine is made, how to taste, different styles and Australia’s best-known regions.

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Facilitator guide

This detailed guide is packed with information, case studies and images. It can be used either to support the powerpoint presentation or as a stand-alone learning resource.

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Learn how wine is made and how to taste it.
Discover key varieties and styles.
Explore regionality and why it matters.
Study the difference between oak and stainless steel maturation.
Find out about wine faults and how to identify them.

Presentation

A highly-visual presentation to convey key points and bring your tasting to life, as well as a printable handout of presentation slides with space for notes.

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Introduction to wine

Designed to be played in the background as you welcome people or during a break.

Length: 01.59

How to make white wine

Overview of how white wine is made.

Length: 02.32 min

How to make red wine

Overview of how red wine is made.

Length: 02:39 min

Resources

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