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In The Winery

In brief, an “options game” consists of a series of The second 15th anniversary celebratory event
questions with two possible answers or “options.” involves wine.
These questions are verbally delivered to wine stu-
dents in a group setting (be it online or in person). WSG program providers will host a “Wine Scholar-
Participants are then asked to pick one of the two Fab 15” tasting event (where proper social distanc-
options provided. Those who choose correctly con- ing and safety allows). This fifteen-wine showcase
tinue to participate. Those who choose incorrectly is designed to celebrate fifteen years of specialized
are no longer in the game. wine education! Five wines from each of the three
WSG focus countries will be served—each repre-
Local winners will receive a one-year WSG mem- senting the quintessential expression of craftsman-
bership (or membership extension). The local ship and terroir.
winners will then move on to compete in the
Global Options Game Finale hosted by WSG on About the Wine Scholar Guild: The Wine Scholar
October 29th at 7:00am PT, 10:00am ET, 3:00pm Guild (www.winescholarguild.org) is the leading
UK, 10:00pm Hong Kong. The winner of the Finale provider of specialized certification programs on
will receive a 2021 WSG Wine Study Immersion the wines of France, Italy and Spain; these courses
Trip of his/her choice to France, Italy or Spain (air- were developed for the professional development
fare is not included. Trip value is approximately of wine industry members and committed students
USD$4,000.00, depending on the destination.) of wine.

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