Wine Appreciation

700+ Smart flashcards covering the basics taught by Wine Folly, Wine Masterclass, SommWine, & more.

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Your passport to the world of wine.

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If you’ve ever felt utterly overwhelmed by the variety of wines there are to choose from—and yet wished you had the basic knowledge to be able to choose better wines for your meals—Brainscape’s Wine Appreciation course is perfect for you!

Forget complicated and overwhelming. This neatly-organized collection of 16 decks of 730+ flashcards makes learning about wine entertaining and accessible, taking you on an epic journey through the story of wine, from soil to cellar, and grape to grocery store.

[What will I learn from this Wine Appreciation course?]

A baseline wine knowledge elevates your meal experiences at home and in restaurants; it demystifies the wine menu and shopping experiences; it puts you in a position to impress friends, colleagues, and clients; and it can inject very real magic—or even romance—into your travel experiences!

To these noble ends, these flashcards will teach you how to: - Pair the right wines with your food - Store and serve wine - Read (and understand) wine labels - Navigate the wine menu and talk to sommeliers - Find the wine you want in the store - And so much more

[From wine zero to wine hero in 730+ engaging flashcards]

Within these 16 decks of flashcards, you’ll travel the length of the wine alphabet—from Amarone to Zinfandel—and the breadth of the world's best-known winelands, whose names have become synonymous with the libations they produce. Think: Bordeaux and Burgundy.

We’ve also endeavored to approach the subject from the perspective of someone who is interested in, but knows very little about wine, so it doesn’t matter from what level you’re starting your wine education. We’ve got you!

[Brainscape’s hyper-efficient learning algorithm]

This rich content combined with Brainscape’s synchronized web/mobile experience—which uses spaced repetition to optimize your study time, while allowing you to track your progress—makes for the most enjoyable and efficient way to learn about wine.

Features: * A customized flashcard repetition algorithm that cuts your memorization time dramatically. * Ongoing feedback, statistics, and visualization tools to help you track your progress. * In sync studying across Brainscape’s website and app so you can study anytime, anywhere!

Together, our Wine Appreciation course and sophisticated study system will guide you through a baseline wine knowledge to the higher echelons of wine nerdom, at which point the wine list becomes your playground!

[Free resources to support your wine-learning journey]

To explore our rich library of additional wine resources, check out Brainscape Wine on YouTube. Here, you'll discover tons of videos for general wine enthusiasts, as well as those of you who are considering a more formal wine education with the Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) or Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET).

There’s also our free Wine Academy bursting with interesting articles on wine, such as:

Finally, don’t miss out on Brainscape Wine on Podcast, Instagram, and TikTok, where we share tons of content about wine.

Decks in this class (16)

Basic Wine Terminology
If you learn nothing else from this flashcard collection, these key wine terms will help you unravel much of the mystery of wine, equipping you with the knowledge to make more confident wine choices.
53  cards
Buying, Storing, & Serving Wine
Learn the key hacks for ordering wine online, interpreting labels, and treating wine the way it deserves, from storing it in the right place to optimizing the tasting experience.
51  cards
In the Vineyard (Viticulture)
Follow the grape growing cycle through the season from the first appearance of shoots on the vine to the ripening of the fruit that will ultimately become wine.
47  cards
A Sense of Place (Terroir)
From sunshine to the proximity of nearby oceans, learn the intricate ways in which climate, soil, and geography work together to control the quality and quantity of wine produced by a vineyard.
36  cards
How Wine is Made (Cellar)
How are bunches of grapes transformed into fragrant and delicious wine? Discover the science and craft behind the making of the world’s smorgasbord of wine styles.
56  cards
Red Wine, Set 1
In this deck, we dive deeper into the world of light- to medium-bodied reds, unravelling the typical styles and taste and aroma profiles of Pinot Noir, Gamay, and Montepulciano.
30  cards
Red Wine, Set 2
From Merlot, Grenache, and Malbec to Carménère, Barbera, and Sangiovese: learn what to expect from the world’s key medium- to full-bodied red wines; how they're made and what they taste like.
60  cards
Red Wine, Set 3
Welcome to the realm of the voluptuous, full-bodied reds! In this deck, we deep-dive the origins, styles, aromas, and flavors of Zinfandel, Shiraz/Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, and Nebbiolo.
62  cards
White Wine, Set 1
Learn about the provenance and flavor profiles of the crisp, lighter-bodied white wines Riesling, Albariño, Cortese, and Pinot Grigio, which go down like cool water on a hot day!
52  cards
White Wine, Set 2
This deck takes a peek under the skirts of the white wines that range from light- to medium-bodied, including Semillon, Verdicchio, Fiano, Garganega, and Sauvignon Blanc.
43  cards
White Wine, Set 3
Whoever said white wine couldn't be serious? In the realm of medium- to full-bodied white wines, heavy hitters like Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, and Viognier serve some serious body-ody-ody!
75  cards
Sparkling Wine (Bubbly!)
Bubbles! Discover the magic behind the crafting of this iconic beverage, from the Champagnes of, well, Champagne to the many other sparkling wine styles of the world, like Prosecco, Cava, and more!
56  cards
Fortified Wines
Ever wonder what Port or Sherry really is, how to choose one, when to order it, and which foods to pair it with? This deck provides an overview that'll leave you fortified wine savvy.
33  cards
Tasting & Appreciating Wine
Learn how to properly smell, taste, admire, evaluate, and appreciate the wine you drink. Have fun with friends or simply enjoy the subtle education you receive every time you try a new wine.
25  cards
Wine & Food Pairing
Master the keys to matching wine with any food and then peruse through a smorgasbord of pairing suggestions, from salads, sushi, and stinky cheese to roast chicken, spicy curries, and pizza!
33  cards
If you like that, try this!
If you have a wine you know you like, this deck will give you a suite of suggestions on new wines and styles to experiment with, given your preferences!
19  cards

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