Syllabus

This Postgraduate certificate has been designed to provide, in just 6 weeks, the most exhaustive and valuable information on the methods, techniques and processes that give rise to the most prestigious sparkling wines. To achieve this objective, students are provided with multimedia didactic resources and a syllabus prepared by the best experts in the field.  

Thanks to the Relearning system, you will reduce the hours of study and memorization and you will acquire a much easier learning easier"

Syllabus

This university program consists of an advanced syllabus that introduces students from the very beginning to the main methods of sparkling wine production and the different existing varieties.

Therefore, through this Postgraduate certificate, the professional in the tourism sector will be able to understand the techniques that produce the gaseous effect and the elements that influence to achieve the appreciated bubble: sugar levels, the amount of carbon dioxide and pressure. All of these factors affect the final result and influence production costs.

Such advanced knowledge will be much easier to acquire thanks to the numerous additional resources provided by this academic institution.In this way, video summaries, in-focus videos, essential readings and case studies provide a theoretical and practical approach to Sparkling Wine Production.

In addition, with the Relearning system, based on the reiteration of content, the graduates will not have to invest a large number of hours of study, since they will acquire a much more direct learning, focused on the key concepts.

The professional is thus faced with an excellent opportunity to prosper in the wine tourism sector through a unique instruction in the academic panorama. And the fact is that, with no classroom attendance or classes with fixed schedules, students have the possibility of self-managing their study time and accessing the syllabus whenever and however they wish, from a cell phone, tablet or computer with an Internet connection.

This Postgraduate certificate is developed over 6 week and is divided into 1 module:

Module 1. Vinification of Sparkling Wines

Where, When and How is it Taught?

TECH Global University offers students the opportunity to take this Postgraduate certificate in Sparkling Production. completely online. Throughout the 6 weeks of the program, the students will be able to access all the contents of this program at any time, which will allow the students to distribute their study time.

Module 1. Vinification of Sparkling Wines

1.1. Sparkling Wines: Definition, Types and Regulations

1.1.1. Sparkling Wines
1.1.2. Types of Sparkling Wines
1.1.3. OIV Regulation, European Regulation, Other Regulations

1.2. Varieties, ripening and harvesting

1.2.1. International Varieties
1.2.2. Types of Sparkling Wines and their Varieties
1.2.3. Ripening Controls and Analytical Parameters
1.2.4. Harvesting

1.3. Reception, Pressing, and Preparation of the Base Wine

1.3.1. Reception and Pressing
1.3.2. The Quality of the Must and Its Clarification
1.3.3. Vinification of the Base Wine
1.3.4. Preparation of the Base Wine

1.4. Production Methods and Bubbles

1.4.1. Production Methods
1.4.2. Dry Inputs
1.4.3. Physical, Rheological and Dynamic Principles
1.4.4. Bubbles in the Glass

1.5. Traditional Method

1.5.1. The Foot of the Vat
1.5.2. The Tirage
1.5.3. Aging
1.5.4. The Expedition

1.6. Charmat, Big Bass or Autoclave Method

1.6.1. Types of Wines and Qualities
1.6.2. The Base Wine
1.6.3. The Foot of the Vat and the Tirage
1.6.4. Clarification, Stabilization, Shipment and Bottling

1.7. Ancestral Fermentations

1.7.1. Fermentation of the Base Wine and Its Preparation
1.7.2. The Second Fermentation
1.7.3. The Expedition

1.8. Wine Gasification

1.8.1. The Base Wine
1.8.2. Carbonation
1.8.3. Operation of Gasification Machines

1.9. World Production Zones. Production Methods

1.9.1. France The Origin Champagne, Cremant, Petillant
1.9.2. Italy. The Masters of the Autoclave Method Prosseco, Asti, Fraciacorta
1.9.3. Spain. The Traditional Method in the Mediterranean Climate Cava
1.9.4. Rest of the World Variety and Innovation

1.10. Expedition and Tasting

1.10.1. The Last Touch: Importance of the Shipping Liquid
1.10.2. The Basics and Vocabulary of Tasting
1.10.3. The Staging with the Consumer

A syllabus that brings you closer to the methods of Sparkling Wine Production in the world's top tourist destinations"

Teaching Objectives

The main objective of this Postgraduate certificate is to provide the tourism professional with the essential knowledge to be able to initiate projects related to oenology and sparkling wine products. To achieve this goal successfully, TECH Global University provides the most innovative pedagogical tools and an excellent teaching team made up of true specialists in this sector. 

Launch wine tourism business projects in the main sparkling wine producing regions"

TECH Global University makes the goals of their students their own goals too
Working together to achieve them 

The Postgraduate certificate in Sparkling Wine Production will enable students to:

  1. Be able to design conceptually, technically and sensorially the elaboration of sparkling wines from varietal selection to final bottling
  2. Differentiate varieties with potential for the production of sparkling wines
  3. Evaluate the qualitative impact of the vineyard on the wine
  4. Examine the diversity of techniques and the resulting wine types
  5. Develop the technical knowledge in winemaking that will allow the best decisions to be made at the different stages of sparkling wine production
  6. Valorar las máximas posibilidades cualitativas de las distintas técnicas
  7. Know the technological processes
  8. Discover the new trends in sparkling wines
  9. Provide the widest possible range of viticultural knowledge
  10. Show the student the importance of viticulture for the production of great wines

Postgraduate Certificate in Sparkling Wine Production

If you are passionate about winemaking, our Postgraduate Certificate in Sparkling Winemaking is for you. In this study program you will learn everything you need to make quality sparkling wines, from the basic techniques to the secrets of the experts. Through theoretical and practical classes, you will delve into the world of fermentation, secondary fermentation and the disgorging process. In addition, you will learn about the grape varieties most commonly used for sparkling wine production, the most important wine regions and the main characteristics of each type of sparkling wine.

Our teachers are experts in the field and have years of experience in the elaboration of high quality sparkling wines. You will learn from recognized professionals in the industry, who will guide you at all times so that you can develop your skills in sparkling wine making. You will also have a fully equipped laboratory where you will be able to put into practice everything you have learned in the theoretical classes. At the end of the course, you will be able to make your own sparkling wines and you will be able to apply your knowledge in any winery or vineyard.

Become an expert in the elaboration of sparkling wines with our study program

Our Postgraduate Certificate in Sparkling Wine Making is a unique opportunity to acquire the knowledge you need to become an expert in the world of sparkling wines. Throughout the program, you will learn to master all the techniques necessary for the elaboration of quality sparkling wines, from the selection of the grapes to the final tasting. In addition, you will learn about the main grape varieties used in the production of sparkling wines and the most outstanding wine regions in the world.

We have a highly qualified teaching team, who will guide you at all times so that you can make the most of the course. You will also have the opportunity to put into practice everything you have learned in our fully equipped laboratory, where you will be able to experiment with different techniques and processes of sparkling wine production. At the end of the course, you will be prepared to face the challenges of the winemaking world and will be able to apply your knowledge in any winery or vineyard. Become an expert in sparkling winemaking with our study program and stand out in the world of enology.