Principles of Sparkling Winemaking (Intermediate Level)

Would you like to learn more about the sparkling wine process?

1 Day Course

The aims of this 1 day course are to provide a good level of knowledge on the traditional method sparkling winemaking processes to those who are making and selling sparkling wine. The day introduces the winemaking theory relating to the key winery operations: tirage, secondary fermentation, disgorging and dosage.

• Tirage and secondary fermentation
• Maturation and lees aging
• Riddling and disgorging
• Dosage

Please note this course is theory only and does not include any practical sessions in the winery.

3 Day Course

The aims of this intensive and technical 3 day course are to provide a good level of knowledge and skills in traditional method sparkling winemaking to those who are making and selling sparkling wine.

• Day one - of the course will introduce the winemaking theory relating to the key winery operations: tirage, secondary fermentation, disgorging and dosage.
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• Day two -  focuses on the start of the secondary fermentation in greater detail, and will involve practical activity related to tirage, including the preparation of cultures and adjuvants.
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• Day three -  will complete the range of operations specific to sparkling wine with practicals and demonstrations associated with disgorging and dosage.

This course is suitable for anyone who has an interest in the subject.

Course Cost

This course is FREE*, thanks to the Plumpton Wine Resilience Fund. More information about this fund can be found here.

Please refer to our terms and conditions below to take advantage of this offer during the 2026/27 academic year.

Note that the cost will show on your application form, however please disregard this if you meet the funding criteria to access the Plumpton Wine Resilience Fund.

*Subject to eligibility

Cost for a non-funded learner: 

• One Day Course: £220
• Three Day Course: £640