{"product_id":"champagne-foundations-course-sydney-22-august","title":"Champagne Foundations Course, Sydney, 22 August","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eChampagne Foundations Course\u003c\/em\u003e, presented by Sara Underdown, is an inspiring introduction to the most revered sparkling wine in the world. Drawing on 15 years of expertise in the Champagne region—travelling, writing, educating, and presenting—Sara brings deep insight and authenticity to your experience.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will begin with the landscape of Champagne itself: its terroir, climate, and the strict appellation laws that safeguard its integrity. From here, you will be introduced to the three noble grape varieties—Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier—and the roles they play in shaping Champagne’s diversity. Sara then unpacks the intricacies of the \u003cem\u003eméthode champenoise\u003c\/em\u003e, guiding learners through blending, lees aging, riddling, disgorgement, and dosage with clarity and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will also explore Champagne’s many styles, from non‑vintage blends to prestige cuvées, and discover how sweetness levels influence food pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn conclusion, enjoy a beautiful gourmet BBQ dinner on the Aurora Skydeck overlooking the Adelaide CBD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eWhat to expect\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough guided tastings, you will be empowered to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etaste with confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edevelop your vocabulary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eappreciate styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTopic overview\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Champagne Region\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eGeography: location, climate, terroir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eKey grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Meunier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eAppellation rules and regulations (AOC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduction Process\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eTraditional method (Méthode Champenoise) explained step by step\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eImportance of time and craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyles of Champagne\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l7 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eNon-Vintage vs. Vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l7 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eBlanc de Blancs, Blanc de Noirs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l7 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eRosé Champagne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l7 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003ePrestige Cuvées\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l7 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSweetness levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Techniques\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eHow to properly open and serve champagne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eGlassware choices (flute vs. tulip vs. white wine glass)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eStructured analysis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eBuilding a champagne vocabulary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eChampagne Houses, Cooperatives and Growers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo6; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eIntroduction to major houses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo6; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eRise of grower champagnes and their philosophy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo6; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eHow branding and storytelling shape perception\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHands-On Tasting \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo7; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eGuided tasting of champagnes across styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo7; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eComparative notes and discussion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eChampagne’s Future\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l6 level1 lfo8; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eModern trends (sustainability, biodynamics, low-dosage styles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eDetails \u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaturday, 22 August 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBIBO Wine Bar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 Bay Street, Double Bay, Sydney\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10am - 1pm \/\/ Masterclass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1pm - 3pm \/\/ Gourmet shared menu prepared by BIBO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VINE \u0026 BUBBLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50762276601996,"sku":null,"price":490.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/1055\/1692\/files\/84__MEAGHANCOLES__MKC9204.jpg?v=1773544027","url":"https:\/\/vineandbubble.com\/products\/champagne-foundations-course-sydney-22-august","provider":"VINE \u0026 BUBBLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}