Wine 101

Master the Basics of Wine

This online course is tailored to transform beginners into informed wine enthusiasts.

An Easy & Engaging Learning Experience

Forget about overwhelming wine jargon and complex topics. Our course breaks down the essentials into manageable, easy-to-understand pieces. With helpful visuals, and practical tips, you’ll enjoy learning about wine as much as you enjoy drinking it!

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Wine 101

8 Knowledge Packed Chapters

Introduction

Introduction

Find out exactly what you'll learn in this course and what to expect.
1 Video
What is Wine?

What is Wine?

Understand the essence, history, production, and traits of wine.
3 Videos
8 Lessons
The Main Styles of Wine

The Main Styles of Wine

Uncover the nine distinct wine styles from sparkling to dessert.
10 Lessons
Major Wine Grapes

Major Wine Grapes

Identify the top ten grape varieties and their unique tastes.
10 Lessons
Wine Regions of the World

Wine Regions of the World

Explore famous wine regions like France, Italy, Spain, and more!
12 Lessons
How to Taste Wine

How to Taste Wine

Learn essential wine tasting techniques to evaluate flavor and structure.
3 Videos
12 Lessons
Pairing Food and Wine

Pairing Food and Wine

Discover effective strategies for matching wines with food.
3 Videos
Choosing Glassware

Choosing Glassware

Explore which glassware types best enhance various wine styles.
1 Video
4 Lessons
Tips on Service & Storage

Tips on Service & Storage

Master correct wine serving temperatures and optimal storage conditions.
1 Video
6 Lessons

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Wine 101 Wine Folly Certification Exam

Ace your Wine 101 exam and get fully certified by Wine Folly.

This certification isn't just a piece of paper—it's your ticket to a world of deeper understanding, better tasting, and, let's be honest, some pretty cool bragging rights among your friends and potential to further your career!

Instructors

Meet Your Wine Guides

Christine Marsiglio

Christine MarsiglioDirector of Education

Get Schooled By A Real Deal Master of Wine

Meet Christine, a Bollinger award-winning Master of Wine—yeah, she’s one of only 35 in the world with that accolade!
Madeline Puckette

Madeline PucketteWine Folly Founder

Sip Smarter with Madeline Puckette

Meet Madeline, she's a top-tier wine expert with major awards and a James Beard win, plus NYT bestseller status.

No Prerequisites

Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned sipper, everyone is welcome!

Get A Certificate

Ace your knowledge test at the end and become certified.

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