As I’ve mentioned previously, there are several different ‘schools of thought’ when it comes to wine education. I frequently get asked about the level of difficulty for each program and in what order it would make the most sense to take courses from different programs to ensure a seamless and continual study path.

So here’s a handy chart:

Now, nobody is saying you have to go all the way to the finish line, or that you have to hit every blue and white square along the way, or that you shouldn’t take courses that aren’t on this list. But those who fall in love with the world of wine education rarely stop at one class… and if you happen to be one of those who loves to constantly learn, here’s a handy dandy blueprint.