Eleanor Wine Academy

Your zodiac sign… but make it wine 🍷✨

We paired each star sign with a grape variety based on pure vibes, personality, and a little bit of chaos energy.

Are you bold like Syrah, balanced like Grenache, or giving main character Gewürztraminer energy? 👀

Tell us your sign + your grape match below and tag a friend who needs to see their wine personality🍇✨

Learn more about wine (and your own taste) with us!
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🍷✨ Dreaming of a career in wine? Or just want to finally understand what you actually like?
Let’s break down what each WSET course (Level 1, 2 & 3) can open up for you 👇
🥂 WSET Level 1-Your Wine Glow-Up Starts Here
Perfect for beginners + curious wine lovers.
What it leads to:
✨ A solid wine foundation
✨ Confidence picking bottles you actually enjoy
✨ Entry-level hospitality roles
✨ The perfect head start if you want to explore the wine world further
For consumers: Discover your taste, learn the basics, stop guessing. 🍷💅
🍇 WSET Level 2 -The “I Know My Stuff” Era
Go deeper into grapes, regions & real tasting skills.
What it leads to:
✨ Sommelier or wine bar support roles
✨ Hospitality & retail positions with more responsibility
✨ A huge boost if you’re in marketing, events, or tourism
For consumers: Unlock new wine styles, surprise yourself, flex your new wine brain at dinner. 🧠✨
🍾 WSET Level 3 -Big Brain Wine Energy Only
For the ambitious, the passionate, the “I want to make wine my thing” crowd.
What it leads to:
✨ Wine educator & advanced sommelier pathways
✨ Buying, importing & distribution careers
✨ Industry leadership roles
✨ A stepping stone to WSET Diploma
For consumers: A whole new world of flavor, structure & style — wine nerd level unlocked. 🔓🍷
💡 Bonus:
All WSET courses at Eleanor Wine Academy are also perfect for people who simply want to understand what they like, explore new styles, and feel more confident every time they pour, taste, or buy wine. 🛒🍾
📍The Hague • Amsterdam
Ready to level up your wine journey?
Enroll now, classes fill up fast 🍷

✨ Why Choose WSET? ✨
Discover the world of wine with confidence. Our internationally recognized WSET courses give you the tasting structure, theory, and certification to elevate your wine journey.

Whether you’re a curious beginner or looking to build a professional foundation, WSET offers a clear, structured path to understanding wine.

📍 Offered in Amsterdam & The Hague
🍷 WSET Levels 1 • 2 • 3
🎓 Expert educators • Small groups • Hands-on guided tastings

👉 Enroll now via the link in bio
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🇬🇷 Discover Greece Through Your Glass🍷

A special wine tasting at Eleanor Wine Academy Amsterdam

Join us for a two-hour Greek wine journey led by Zoi Polymenakou, a passionate wine educator and certified WSET professional.
From the islands to the mainland, explore Greece’s rich winemaking heritage, home to over 200 native grape varieties and centuries of tradition.

✨ Expect:

A guided tasting of distinctive Greek wines

Local bites to complement each pour

A fun blind tasting challenge to finish the evening!

It’s the perfect opportunity to expand your palate and experience something new — without leaving Amsterdam.

📍 Where: Eleanor Wine Academy, Prinsengracht 754 Amsterdam
🕓 22 November 2025 16:30 - 18:30
🍷 Host: Zoi P. — WSET Educator, French Wine Scholar & Cava Educator

👉 Seats are limited — reserve yours today!

✨ Gift smarter, not harder.
Turn every sip into a moment to remember, and every gift into a story worth toasting 🍷✨


👇Here’s your ultimate Wine Lover Gift Guide, tailored to every personality on your list:

🍷 For the Sip Starters
They’re just beginning their wine journey and love discovering what they like (and don’t 😅).
🎓 Gift Idea: WSET Level 1 : a fun intro to grapes, regions, and the art of tasting.
➡️ Perfect for: your “I only drink rosé” friend who’s ready to branch out.

🍇 For the Cellar Explorers
They’ve been known to bring a decanter to a dinner party.
🎓 Gift Idea: WSET Level 2 : deeper dives into grape varieties, styles, and pairing secrets.
➡️ Perfect for: that one friend who uses “terroir” in casual conversation.

🪄 For the Wine Wizards
They can blind-taste a Syrah from space and quote Parker scores by heart.
🎓 Gift Idea: WSET Level 3 : the ultimate challenge for serious enthusiasts and aspiring sommeliers.
➡️ Perfect for: the friend who makes spreadsheets of their cellar.

🥂 For the Casual Sippers
They just love a good glass and a good time — no flashcards required.
🎁 Gift Idea: Intro to Wine Tasting Techniques: a relaxed, sensory intro that makes tasting approachable (and fun).
➡️ Perfect for: the “wine is my love language” type.

💌 For When You Can’t Decide
Keep it simple, let them choose their wine adventure.
🎟️ Gift Idea: Gift Cards, valid for any class, tasting, or course.
➡️ Perfect for: when you’ve already drunk the decision-making bottle 🍾

✨ Pour on the inspiration.
Turn every sip into a moment to remember with a gift from Eleanor Wine Academy, offering WSET-certified courses in Amsterdam and The Hague. 🇳🇱

📚 WINE TERM OF THE WEEK: TANNIN 🍷

Ever taken a sip of red wine and felt your mouth go dry — almost like you bit into a banana peel or over-steeped black tea? That’s tannin in action.

But what exactly are tannins, and why do they matter?

Swipe through this post to learn:
👉 What tannins actually are
👉 What they taste like in wine
👉 Which wines are typically high in tannins
👉 Why your food pairing choices matter

Tannins are naturally occurring compounds found in grape skins, seeds & stems — and they play a big role in wine’s structure, ageability, and even mouthfeel. They’re also the reason certain wines pair beautifully with rich, fatty foods (hello, steak night 🍷🥩).

Whether you’re studying for your WSET or just trying to sound more confident when ordering wine, understanding tannins is a must.

💬 Have you ever tasted a super tannic wine? Let us know your go-to bold red in the comments 👇

📌 Save this post to refer back to the next time you’re choosing a wine with dinner or prepping for your next wine exam!

🍷 CRUSH the WSET Level 3 Exam with Eleanor Wine Academy 🌟

Want to elevate your wine knowledge? Our students consistently exceed the global pass rate. Here’s how you can too:

7 Tips to Ace WSET Level 3:

1️⃣ Register early – Limited spots, secure your preferred date!
2️⃣ Study consistently – Focused, 45-minute daily sessions.
3️⃣ Practice tasting notes & essays – Master the format.
4️⃣ Learn geography – Map regions & climates.
5️⃣ Taste with purpose – Focus on key winemaking methods.
6️⃣ Apply theory to tasting – Experience key processes in the glass.
7️⃣ Join high achievers – Learn from top-tier tutors & peers.

Why Choose Eleanor?

Pass rate above global average

70+ benchmark wines

Expert-led courses in Amsterdam & The Hague

⚠️ Limited availability – register today!

📍 Amsterdam: WSET Level 3 in Amsterdam starts 15 September

📍 The Hague: WSET Level 3 in The Hague starts 25 September

Get WSET 3 Certified with Eleanor Wine Academy🍇

🎓 WSET Level 2 in Just 6 Sessions? Yes, Really.
Ever wonder why we offer our WSET Level 2 course over 6 sessions instead of 8?

✅ Same global curriculum
✅ Over 40 wine samples
✅ 97% pass rate — above global average
✅ Mock exam included
✅ Detailed tasting notes with producer names & prices

We get it—life’s busy. That’s why we’ve designed our format to keep things flexible without cutting corners. 💪🍷

📚 Learn more in our latest blog post (link in bio!)

Compare the WSET Levels”

🎓 Compare the WSET Levels: 1, 2 & 3
Thinking of taking a wine course but not sure which one to choose? 🍷

We’ve made it easy to compare WSET Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 at a glance – including what you’ll learn, how long each course takes, and which cities you can join in 🇳🇱

✨ Whether you’re a total beginner or a wine pro in the making, there’s a perfect level for you.

✅ Level 1 – No experience needed
✅ Level 2 – Deeper knowledge, no prior certification required
✅ Level 3 – Advanced, ideal for serious enthusiasts & professionals

📍 Available in Amsterdam, Utrecht & The Hague
📖 Taught in English by certified educators

🔗 Tap the link in bio to Compare All WSET Levels and choose your wine journey today!

📍 Love Nebbiolo? Meet Its Friulian Cousin with a Wild Side: Pignolo. 🍇🍷

If you’re captivated by Nebbiolo’s haunting aromas, firm tannins, and age-worthy elegance, then you need to experience Pignolo — one of Friuli’s most powerful, under-the-radar native grapes.

As Ian D’Agata writes in Native Wine Grapes of Italy, Pignolo delivers “depth, structure, and brooding intensity” — like Nebbiolo’s darker, moodier sibling. Think:
🌹 Nebbiolo = Roses, tar, truffle, finesse
🌌 Pignolo = Dark fruit, spice, tannic punch, mystery

👀 Curious? Come taste it.

🎓 Wines of Friuli Masterclass
📅 April 12, 2025
🕟 16:30 – 18:30
📍 Prinsengracht 754, Amsterdam
Hosted by: Eleanor Wine Academy
Led by: Angelo Turi (WSET Educator & AIS Sommelier)

🍷 Explore Pignolo and other native Friulian grapes in an unforgettable guided tasting. Perfect for Italian wine lovers and Nebbiolo devotees looking to expand their palate.

🎟️ Seats are limited — tap the link in bio to reserve your spot!

🍷✨ 5 Wine Hacks Every Eleanor Wine Academy Student Should Know ✨🍷

Whether you’re just starting out or deep into your sommelier studies, these wine hacks will level up your tasting game and impress your classmates and instructors alike:

1️⃣ Chill with Efficiency
Need that bottle cold, fast? Wrap it in a damp paper towel and stick it in the freezer for 15 minutes. It cools down way faster than waiting in the fridge — a lifesaver during tastings or exams! ❄️

2️⃣ Swirl to Win
No decanter? No problem. Just give your wine a good swirl in a wide-bowled glass. This introduces oxygen, softens harsh notes, and reveals hidden aromas — it’s the simplest way to elevate your tasting without any tools. 🍷

Master the swirl and you’ll taste the difference instantly. 👌

3️⃣ Organize a Wine Swap with Classmates
Team up with your classmates and each bring a different bottle to share. You’ll get to taste a variety of wines without spending a fortune, and it’s a fun way to practice identifying styles, regions, and aromas together. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑🍇

More wines, less cost — and a great excuse for a study night that doesn’t feel like studying.

4️⃣ Stain-Free Secrets
Oops, spilled some red? Cover the stain with salt to absorb the liquid, dab gently with a damp cloth, then rinse with cold water. It’s a classic sommelier life-saver (especially if you’re wearing white in class). 🙈

5️⃣ Pairing Made Easy
When in doubt, match the intensity of the food with the wine. Light wine? Light dish. Big, bold red? Pair it with rich, hearty meals. Keep it simple, and your pairings will always impress. 🍴🍷

📚 Pro tip: Practice these hacks during your training at Eleanor Wine Academy and you’ll be sipping (and scoring) like a pro in no time. 🥂

Got a wine hack of your own? Drop it in the comments! 👇🍇

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