Sonal Holland Wine Academy announces first-ever virtual Wine Knowledge Summit

Sonal Holland Wine Academy, the country’s foremost wine-focused educational institution, is launching its first-ever virtual wine knowledge summit on March 10 and 11, 2021. At the helm is Sonal Holland, India’s only Master of Wine, the founder of India Wine Awards and the most qualified wine professional in the country.

Says Holland, “If the year 2020 was of survival, the year 2021 is of new learnings and beginnings. The digital world has brought us closer than ever before. Keeping this opportunity in mind, we wanted to create a free knowledge platform for wine students, industry professionals and enthusiasts where they can learn about numerous aspects of the wine world. Participation in the Summit will be free for all.”

This unique, first-of-its-kind event in India will comprise of free, online Masterclasses and engaging sessions led by industry experts and innovators such as wine-makers, brand heads and CEOs, in discussions conceptualised, led or moderated by Sonal Holland.

From 6:00 to 10:00 pm on March 10 and 11, participants will enjoy stimulating and thought-provoking discussions on a variety of topics such as:

• How to grow the Indian wine industry to Rs. 5000 crore by 2026
• Understanding the Indian consumer palate
• Stylising bar service
• Fine wine as an investment
• How to build a career in the wine industry

To view the full schedule, please visit: http://www.sonalhollandwineacademy.com/

To participate, those interested must fill in a registration form: Registration Link – https://forms.gle/zY4G2XSVtNs8b4Dz7

The Sonal Holland Wine Academy Virtual Wine Knowledge Summit will be held over two days – on March 9 and 10, 2021 – from 6:00-10:00 pm each day.

Sonal Holland Wine Academy, established in 2009 by Sonal Holland, sets the gold standard in the education of wine and beverages designed for professionals in various stages of their hospitality careers, hotel management students; as well as for entrepreneurs and enthusiasts. The Academy provides a comprehensive suite of classroom qualifications and online courses that enables our participants to advance the knowledge, enjoyment and business of wine and beverages in India and around the world. Sonal Holland Wine Academy is uncompromising in delivery of global expertise and remains committed to the expansion of India’s burgeoning wine and beverage culture.

An educator and consultant, Sonal is the Founder Director at Vine2Wine Retail that operates specialist wine stores in Mumbai and Bengaluru (www.vine2wine.in).