Two-day Introductory Sommelier Course in Budapest, 2025. Learn tasting, grape varieties, Hungary’s regions, wine service, and pairings. Hands-on sessions with exams; ideal for beginners and hospitality staff. Weekend dates available.
when: 2025.12.13., Saturday - 2025.12.14., Sunday
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Level up your wine game in Budapest with a two-day, 16-hour Introductory Sommelier Course designed for anyone 18+ who wants to master the essentials of wine service, styles, and pairings. Expect tasting in every session and a fast, hands-on format that mirrors top-tier restaurant standards—plus insights useful for winery roles.
What You’ll Learn
Build a solid foundation in tasting techniques, the most important grape varieties, Hungary’s wine regions and their key styles, core sommelier skills, and smart wine-and-food pairing. The course blends theory with practical tastings tied to each topic.
Schedule and Format
Each weekend runs 9:30–16:00 on Day 1 and 9:30–17:00 on Day 2, with a one-hour lunch break around noon. After two days, students complete a multiple-choice test. Sessions run with a minimum of six participants; if dates shift, your registration remains valid for any later course.
Upcoming Dates in 2025
Oct 11, 10:00 – Oct 12, 17:00
Nov 8, 10:00 – Nov 9, 17:00
Dec 13, 10:00 – Dec 14, 17:00
Location: Budapest
2025, adrienne
Pros
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Short, two-day format fits a U.S. vacation schedule and still feels substantial
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Hands-on tastings every session give real value for wine lovers and curious beginners
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Focus on Hungary’s wine regions adds a unique angle you won’t get in many U.S. intro courses
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Budapest is a major European city with good flight connections and plenty to do before/after class
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Weekend timing (Sat–Sun) makes it easy to slot into a trip
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Likely affordable compared with U.S. sommelier trainings and wine tastings
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Public transit and rideshares in Budapest are reliable; driving and parking are manageable if you rent a car - Not family-friendly: 18+ only, classroom format, and long days aren’t ideal for kids
Cons
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“Sommelier course” is niche; the topic isn’t a bucket-list must for most international tourists
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Location is just “Budapest” without a specific venue, so planning transit/parking in advance could be tricky
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English level isn’t stated; if the course isn’t in English, non-Hungarian speakers could struggle
