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Jancis Robinson
An Understanding Of Wine
Voted 'the world's most influential wine critic', bestselling author Jancis Robinson guides you through everything from the rich history of winemaking to techniques for choosing and tasting a new wine. Knowledgeable and passionate, Jancis' course is like having your very own wine expert right in front of you. Gain a deeper understanding of wine, with 25 comprehensive lessons.
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Take a journey through the world of wine, with wine expert Jancis Robinson as your guide. From the fascinating history and language of wine, to practical tips on wine tasting and choosing the perfect bottle for any occasion, this course will delight and surprise wine novices and experienced wine buffs alike.
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Best-selling author, journalist, broadcaster and producer Jancis Robinson has been writing about wine for 45 years. Jancis writes a weekly column on wine for the Financial Times and has co-authored several internationally renowned books on wine, including The World Atlas of Wine and The Oxford Companion to Wine.
In 1984, Jancis was the first person outside of the wine trade to pass the rigorous Master of Wine exams and from there her reputation has only grown. In 2018, she was voted the world’s most influential wine critic in the prestigious BBW competition, and she advises Her Majesty The Queen on her own wine cellar.
Lessons
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11 mins
Jancis introduces what’s included in the course and explains where her own love of wine began.
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13 mins
Explore the measurable vital statistics of wine, from sweetness and acidity, to alcohol and tannins.
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23 mins
Learn about the difference between drinking and tasting wine, and discover the process for wine tasting like an expert.
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12 mins
What makes the perfect wine glass? Find out how to maximise your wine tasting experience by choosing the right glass.
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4 mins
It’s myth-busting time. Think all wine improves with age? Think again.
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12 mins
Across the globe, the wine industry is ever-evolving. Explore how the varieties and provenance of wine has changed.
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15 mins
Understand how climate change is reshaping the world of wine, and what winemakers are doing to adapt.
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28 mins
Take a deep dive into the different grape varieties that make some of the most popular types of wine.
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25 mins
Learn how to decipher and interpret wine labels by looking at the producer, grape variety, appellation, and alcohol content.
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15 mins
Pick a bottle from a shelf or a wine list with confidence, with Jancis’ guidance.
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3 mins
Get 10 of Jancis’ best practical tips on picking a bottle of wine.
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16 mins
Understand the art and science behind growing grapes for wine.
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17 mins
Follow wine’s journey from vine to glass, in this lesson on how wine is made.
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19 mins
What makes a good vintage? Join Jancis in Burgundy to find out why a wine’s vintage is so important.
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11 mins
Learn about sparkling wine and champagne, and find out what gives this wine its fizz.
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16 mins
Build your own wine toolkit to get the most from every bottle.
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7 mins
Explore what wines go with what types of food, as Jancis encourages experimentation.
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19 mins
Get to know organic and biodynamic wines, and understand what makes them different.
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17 mins
Jancis introduces natural and orange wines and how they’re made.
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15 mins
Delve into a very important topic – the sustainability of wine.
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18 mins
Master the language of wine and learn about the value of wine.
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16 mins
How to invest in wine and what you should consider.
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3 mins
Jancis shares her top wine tips, from trying unfashionable wines to making friends with your local wine merchant.
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7 mins
How to continue expanding your knowledge and learning about wine.
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8 mins
Jancis answers some of the most commonly asked questions about wine.
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