SommDay School Wine Service Course - Napa Valley Wine Academy

SommDay School Wine Service Course

Master the Fundamentals of Sommelier Service — with Master Sommelier Tim Gaiser

You love wine and hospitality but want to take your service to the next level. Maybe you’ve seen professional sommeliers in action and wondered how they make it look effortless—every movement precise, every pour intentional.

Now imagine confidently presenting and serving wine with the poise of a professional. You know how to open, pour, and decant with precision. You anticipate guests’ needs and elevate every dining experience through polished, purposeful service.

The SommDay School Wine Service Course, developed and taught by Master Sommelier Tim Gaiser, is your introduction to the art and mindset of professional sommelier service. This accessible online workshop is perfect for tasting room hosts, restaurant staff, and aspiring sommeliers who want to learn directly from one of the industry’s most respected experts.

You’ll gain essential skills in still and sparkling wine service, decanting, glassware selection, and handling real-world service challenges with confidence and grace. More than technique, you’ll learn the professional demeanor and focus that define great sommeliers.

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What You’ll Learn:

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

  • Confidently serve still and sparkling wine, following the correct service order and using the appropriate glassware.
  • Safely and professionally decant red wine to enhance aroma and flavor.
  • Handle real-world service challenges with poise and professionalism.
  • Demonstrate a sommelier's demeanor and service standards, even if you’re just starting out.

Who This Course is For:

  • Entry-level hospitality professionals
  • Tasting room associates and wine stewards
  • Restaurant and bar staff looking to grow their wine knowledge
  • Aspiring sommeliers preparing for formal certifications

If you’re early in your wine or hospitality career, this course will help you build confidence and competence in every service situation.

Course Modules:

  • Module 1: Preparing for a Successful Service
  • Module 2: Still Wine Service
  • Module 3: Champagne Service
  • Module 4: Decanting

Each module blends step-by-step demonstrations with insider tips from a Master Sommelier, helping you build essential habits that reflect true professionalism.

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