JWC Academy's New World Wine Course is a 2.5-hour guided tasting class for beginners in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur. You taste five red wines from Australia, New Zealand, Chile, Argentina and South Africa and learn to read a wine from country down to region. The fee is RM350 for one person or RM550 for two (RM275 each). The class is taught in Mandarin by Lucas Eng.
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Key facts
| Duration | 2.5 hours, one session |
|---|---|
| Fee | RM350 per person · RM550 for two (RM275 each) |
| Wines tasted | 5 red wines from Australia, New Zealand, Chile, Argentina and South Africa |
| Language | Taught in Mandarin, with Chinese digital materials |
| Instructor | Lucas Eng |
| Venue | The First Floor by JWC, 22-1, Jalan Jalil 1, The Earth @ Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur |
| Bonus after enrolment | Digital Wine Buying Guide and Wine × Cheese Pairing Guide |
| Who can join | Non-Muslim adults aged 18 and above; beginners welcome |
What you learn
- Taste five New World red wines side by side
- Move from country to region, e.g. Barossa Valley, Central Otago, Maipo, Uco Valley and Stellenbosch
- How altitude, sea influence, sunshine and day-night temperature shape acidity, tannin, body and aroma
Who it suits
Wine beginners, people who want to choose wine with more confidence, and friends or couples looking for a guided tasting.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the New World Wine Course?
RM350 for one person, or RM550 for two people (RM275 each).
How long is the class?
One session of 2.5 hours.
How many wines will I taste?
Five red wines from Australia, New Zealand, Chile, Argentina and South Africa.
What language is the class taught in?
Mandarin, with Chinese digital materials.
Do I need to know anything about wine?
No. The class is designed for beginners.
Who can join?
Non-Muslim adults aged 18 and above.
Where is it held?
At The First Floor by JWC, 22-1, Jalan Jalil 1, The Earth @ Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur.
What do I get after enrolling?
A digital Wine Buying Guide and a Wine × Cheese Pairing Guide, sent with your enrolment confirmation.
Learn more about wine
Free wine guides from JWC Academy. Read the wine guides
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