Discover the history of fortified wines and the process behind it.
Event details
In this bitesize session, Anjali Douglas DipWSET will look at the history of why wine is fortified, the different ways to fortify wine and the impact this has on flavour. She will discuss the most famous categories of fortified wine and decode some of the labelling terms to help you understand what is in the bottle.
This webinar is free to attend and open to anyone, no prior wine knowledge is needed. The new series of bitesize 30-minute webinars are ideal for beginners looking to learn more about wine.
Speaker
Anjali Douglas DipWSET, Tastings and Events Manager, WSET School London
Anjali worked in hospitality while studying her A-Levels, never intending to make a career out of it. She then worked in education for museums and galleries, producing events and festivals to attract diverse audiences. She caught the wine bug five years ago and returned to hospitality, starting her new career in a wine bar, before moving on to become responsible for training hospitality staff and sommeliers for a wine distributor. Now, she teaches Level 1 and 2 Awards in Wines at WSET School London. No matter what industry she is in, Anjali aims to open up conventionally elitist institutions, art forms, and beverages to more.
This event does not necessarily constitute official WSET course material and should not be used as such.