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What the Court’s Examination Syllabus 2026/2027 lists for New Zealand, 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. Climate & Soils.
  2. Wine producing regions.
  3. Grape varietals associated with particular regions of production.

Certified Sommelier

  1. Appellations — N/ S Island.

Advanced Certificate

  1. GI system and regions.
  2. Sub districts of wine regions.
  3. Principal producers and sites.

MS Diploma

  1. Geographical features of NZ and influence on wine producing areas.
  2. GI System, districts and sub-districts.
  3. Principal grape plantings. (all regions)
  4. Principal producers and estates/ wineries — Locations.
  5. Latest developments & updates.
In the course bookNew ZealandChapter 3 · Wine Regions of the WorldCome back to sharpen: terms and pronunciation are the quickest things to lose.