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What the Court’s Examination Syllabus 2026/2027 lists for Greece, level by level.

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Candidates should have an increasing depth of knowledge of the subject matter as they progress to each level of qualification.

Introductory Certificate

  1. Climatic influences.
  2. Quality structure for quality wines.
  3. Principal regions and location on map.
  4. Grape varietals.
  5. Principal wines — Naoussa, Slopes of Meliton, Nemea, Mantinia, Patras, Samos & Santorini.
  6. Labelling terms.

Certified Sommelier

  1. Dessert wine production. Samos, Santorini.

Advanced Certificate & MS Diploma

  1. Quality wine system.
  2. Detailed knowledge of Production areas and grape varietals used.
  3. Techniques of production unique to Greece. (Retsina, Training of vines — Santorini)
  4. Principal producers and sites. (Lesser known districts MS level)
  5. Climatic and soil factors.
  6. Latest developments & updates.
In the course bookGreece & CyprusChapter 3 · Wine Regions of the WorldCome back to sharpen: terms and pronunciation are the quickest things to lose.