Wine Courses
NWETC wine courses
Whether you're a casual wine lover or an industry professional, National Wine Education & Training Centre (NWETC) courses are designed to enhance your knowledge, refine your tasting skills, and deepen your appreciation for the world of wine.
At NWETC, we offer a range of engaging and interactive courses held at the prestigious National Wine Centre in Adelaide.
Our Wine Essentials single-night course is perfect for beginners looking to explore the fundamentals of wine tasting.
For those wanting a more immersive experience, our Understanding Wine courses are available in both weekend and three-nights-over-three-weeks formats, providing a structured journey through varietals, winemaking techniques, and food pairings.
Our courses are led by world-class wine professionals who bring decades of experience in winemaking, sensory analysis and wine appreciation. Our educators encourage participants to talk, taste, laugh and learn while enjoying some of Australia’s finest wines.
The NWETC has been a cornerstone of wine education in South Australia for more than 65 years.
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Meet our educators
Sean Glasson transitioned from a career in motion picture technology to winemaking, gaining hands-on experience in New Zealand, South Africa, and Australia. He now works with McLaren Vale wineries and is preparing to launch his own label.
Sid Pachare started as a chef before pursuing viticulture and oenology. He now produces wines under his own label, RAGA, focusing on organic and sustainable practices.
Pati Williamson has a PhD in Wine Marketing and works as a sensory scientist at the Australian Wine Research Institute. She specialises in consumer research and wine communication.
Yaelle Saltman has a background in winemaking, sensory science and food pairing. She worked in Bordeaux, Napa Valley, New Zealand and Israel before returning to Adelaide to complete a PhD in Sensory Science.
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Bespoke wine courses
The National Wine Education & Training Centre (NWETC) offers private wine education sessions for corporate and professional groups. We offer private Wine Essentials or Understanding Wine courses for a minimum of 10 people and a maximum of 30 people.
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