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Sparkling Wines and Champagne: The Classic Method Explained

Franciacorta, Trento, Champagne, Prosecco

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This course delves into the Classic Method, the winemaking technique that produces refined bubbles. We will explore the specificities of Italian denominations like Franciacorta and Trento, comparing them with Champagne and touching upon Prosecco DOCG. The program is designed for wine enthusiasts and aspiring sommeliers, featuring educational modules that include guided tasting sheets and sensory analyses. An artificial intelligence system will assist you in identifying aromatic notes during practical exercises.

Course contents

5 modules · 30 lessons · 3h

1 The Heart of Bubbles: The Traditional Method
Understand the technical process that transforms a still wine into a premium sparkling wine. 6 lessons · 36 min
  1. Welcome to the World of the Traditional Method
    Introduction to the course objectives and the philosophy of sparkling wines.    6 min
  2. What is the Traditional Method?
    Definition of secondary fermentation in the bottle as a technique of excellence.    6 min
  3. The Cuvée: The Art of Blending
    How the base wine is created before the prise de mousse.    6 min
  4. Tirage and Prise de Mousse
    Adding yeast and sugar to create carbon dioxide.    6 min
  5. Aging on the Lees
    The importance of time and autolysis for aromatic complexity.    6 min
  6. Riddling and Disgorgement
    The final stages to remove sediment and make the wine clear.    6 min
2 Italian Excellence: Franciacorta and Trento DOC
Explore the territories and styles of the main Italian Traditional Method sparkling wines. 6 lessons · 36 min
  1. Franciacorta: Territory and Climate
    Why the Brescia area is ideal for sparkling wines.    6 min
  2. The Styles of Franciacorta
    Differences between Brut, Satèn, and Rosé.    6 min
  3. Trento DOC: Mountain Bubbles
    The influence of altitude and the Dolomites on the wine.    6 min
  4. Grape Varieties of the Italian Traditional Method
    The role of Chardonnay, Pinot Nero, and Pinot Bianco.    6 min
  5. Reading the Italian Label
    Deciphering technical terms on Franciacorta and Trento bottles.    6 min
  6. Prosecco DOCG: The Other Side of Bubbles
    Introduction to the Martinotti Method and comparison with the Traditional Method.    6 min
3 King Champagne and Global Comparison
Analyze Champagne and compare it with Italian productions. 6 lessons · 36 min
  1. Champagne: Terroir and History
    The unique characteristics of the French region and its chalky soil.    6 min
  2. The Grape Varieties of Champagne
    Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Meunier: the perfect triangle.    6 min
  3. Traditional Method vs. Martinotti Method
    Technical and organoleptic comparison between the two major families of sparkling wines.    6 min
  4. Champagne vs. Franciacorta
    Analysis of differences in style, acidity, and sapidity.    6 min
  5. The Concept of Dosage
    From Zero Dosage to Dolce: how residual sugar changes.    6 min
  6. Vintage vs. Non-Vintage
    Understanding the value of the vintage in the world of sparkling wines.    6 min
4 The Art of Tasting
Learn professional sensory analysis techniques. 6 lessons · 36 min
  1. Visual Analysis: The Perlage
    Evaluating the quality of the bubbles and the color hue.    6 min
  2. Olfactory Analysis: The Aromas
    Recognizing notes of bread crust, yeast, and fruit.    6 min
  3. Gustatory Analysis: Structure and Acidity
    Evaluating the balance in the mouth and the persistence.    6 min
  4. The Tasting Sheet
    How to correctly fill out a technical tasting report.    6 min
  5. Temperature and Service
    How to serve sparkling wines without ruining their profile.    6 min
  6. Choosing the Glass
    From the flute to the coupe: which glass to choose and why.    6 min
5 AI and Sommelier Practice
Use modern tools to refine the senses and complete the training. 6 lessons · 36 min
  1. AI as a Sensory Assistant
    How to use artificial intelligence to describe complex aromas.    6 min
  2. Exercise: Identifying Descriptors
    Guided practice in using AI to map aromas.    6 min
  3. Guided Tasting: Traditional Method
    Practical analysis of a bottle of Franciacorta or Trento DOC.    6 min
  4. Guided Tasting: Champagne
    Practical analysis of a bottle of Champagne.    6 min
  5. Food Pairings
    What to eat with sparkling wines: from aperitifs to full meals.    6 min
  6. Conclusions and the Future of the Sommelier
    Course summary and advice for continuing the journey.    6 min
Final project

The Grand Sparkling Wine Gala

Choose a bottle of Traditional Method sparkling wine (Italian or French), perform a complete sensory analysis by filling out the tasting sheet, and use AI to validate or deepen your aromatic notes.

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Practice questions 26 / 28
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Capstone project Reviewed — 4.6 / 5
Total practice 6.2 hrs
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