Address: | Cnr Clarence & Wynyard, Devonport |
Phone: | (09) 445 2989 |
Store Manager: | Jules Reid |
Email: | devonport@glengarry.co.nz |
Today | 10:00am | - | 8:00pm |
Thursday | 10:00am | - | 8:00pm |
Friday | 9:00am | - | 9:00pm |
Saturday | 9:00am | - | 9:00pm |
Sunday | 11:00am | - | 7:00pm |
Monday | 10:00am | - | 8:00pm |
Tuesday | 10:00am | - | 8:00pm |
The harbourside village of Devonport is a popular destination for Aucklanders, particularly over the weekend, or for dinner during the week as it is only a short ferry ride away. Antiques, books and artworks can be found in the quaint shops and there are a number of cafés and restaurants too.
Over the last 30 + years, the Glengarry Wine Academy has established itself as one of the leading wine educators in New Zealand. Initially created to train Glengarry staff, it is also widely used by the hospitality industry and wine enthusiasts. Informative, but never intimidating, the Glengarry Wine Academy courses are an opportunity for beginners as well as experienced aficionados to expand their knowledge and develop their interest. The only pre-requisite is a passion for wine!
Staged over four weeks this is a very much hands-on course that encourages participants to gain 'wine confidence' by breaking down the intimidation factor and providing a good grounding in the sensory evaluation and perception of wine. The main grape varieties are discussed in detail with wines from around New Zealand and across the globe tasted to highlight the various characteristics of each variety.
KEY TOPICS COVERED
How to taste and evaluate wine
Distinguishing the characteristics of different grape varietals and wine styles
The 6 main factors affecting the taste of wine
The language of wine
Wine and food matching
Purchasing and cellaring wines
A four week course | Wednesday 27th March, Wednesday 3rd April, Wednesday 10th April, Wednesday 17th April.
The course fee and content covers all four weeks.
This Stage 1 Wine Academy will be taught by our General Manager Liz Wheadon
Over the last thirty years, the Glengarry Wine Academy has established itself as one of the leading wine educators in New Zealand. Initially created to train Glengarry staff, it is also widely used by the hospitality industry and wine enthusiasts. Informative, but never intimidating, the Glengarry Wine Academy courses are an opportunity for beginners as well as experienced aficionados to expand their knowledge and develop their interest. This four week course is the second in the series and follows from Wine Academy Stage I. Stage Two will look closely at grape varieties and their interpretations from around the world with a major focus on tastings. All wines are premium to super premium in nature. It is recommended that participants have completed Wine Academy Stage I (or similar course) before embarking on Wine Academy Stage II. A four week course Monday 6th May, Tuesday 14th May, Tuesday 21st May, Tuesday 28th May
A four week course | Over the last 20+ years, the Glengarry Wine Academy has established itself as one of the leading wine educators in New Zealand. Initially created to train Glengarry staff, it is also widely used by the hospitality industry and wine enthusiasts. Informative, but never intimidating, the Glengarry Wine Academy courses are an opportunity for beginners as well as experienced aficionados to expand their knowledge and develop their interest. In stage 1 you learn about the varieties, stage 2 you explore their differing personalities around the world. In Stage 3 you take a major look a key wine making regions in the world. This course dives under the cover, you learn all about the great wines of Bordeaux, Burgundy and many more. A four week course | Monday 1st July, Monday 8th July, Monday 15th July, Monday 22nd July. The course fee and content covers all four weeks. The course fee and content covers all four weeks.