The Fraternity of Gastronomes of the Algarve (CGA), will produce a Wine Tasting course in Faro on 9th, 16th and 30th September. This initiative counts on the support of the Hotel and Tourism School of the Algarve (EHTA) and the collaboration of Orlando Iglésias, a renowned oenologist.

"Discover, whilst having fun, the secrets of one of the most emblematic products of the Portuguese culture: wine. Delve into the knowledge, until now the preserve of the specialists, of the world of history, science and art which surround the marvellous wines of the different regions of Portugal", suggest the CGA.

Under the orientation of Orlando Iglésias (ex-President of the Association of Sommeliers of Portugal), some of the best wines of the country can be tasted.

"How can the wines of our principal houses and regions be distinguished in a tasting? And that associations can be made with Portuguese gastronomy? What are the best suggestions of the year for my wine store?" are some of the questions that the participants can discover.

The total course time is 16 hours, to run on 9th and 16th from 9.30 to 13.30hrs and on 30th in the morning and afternoon, with a dinner at the end of the course, where certificates of participation signed by the fraternity and EHTA will be given.

The price of the course, including wines for the tasting and dinner, will be 150 euros. For further information (and given that there are only 15 spaces available), e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 960064967.

source: regiao sul