Begin your wine journey with Master of Wine Sonal Holland
Be a part of the ever-growing world of wine with gold standard certifications in wine & beverage education at the Sonal Holland Wine Academy.
Access world-class knowledge straight from India’s most qualified wine expert. The most advanced online wine certifications in India, made accessible to you.
Sonal Holland Wine Academy, founded in 2009, is India’s foremost institution for learning about wine and beverages. Our courses teach a global curriculum that is both industry and consumer-focussed, up-to-date and are designed for professionals in various stages of their career, hospitality students and budding enthusiasts who wish to deepen their knowledge, understanding and enjoyment of wine.
Free E-Book
Introducton to wine
A beginners guide to wine, "Introduction to Wine" is an essential e-book for anyone who wants to learn about the fascinating world of wine. Whether you're a complete novice or a casual enthusiast, this e-book is the perfect starting point to develop your wine knowledge and appreciation.
Professionals
Turbo-charge your skills, fast-track your careers and jump the queue for success. Get ahead of your peers
Students
Let your wine certifications do the talking at the interviews. Invest in yourself, land the best jobs.
Wine Enthusiasts
Maximise enjoyment and confidence when buying, drinking and talking wine. Overcome wine anxiety, exude competence
Turn your passion into your profession
In these first-ever online courses with Master of Wine, Sonal Holland, you will acquire the power of knowledge, skills and confidence to convert your passion for the wine subject into a possible profession. Sharpen your knowledge, learn new skills, broaden your experience by taking our courses at the Sonal Holland Wine Academy and get ready to reinvent and launch your career as a wine professional.
NEW Launch
"Introduction to Barossa" Wine Course
Barossa Wine School in collaboration with Sonal Holland Wine Academy uncorks the secrets of South Australia’s most revered wine region, Barossa.
Discover the rich history, winemaking traditions and diverse flavours of Barossa’s finest wines with the “Introduction to Barossa” course, taught by Sonal Holland, Master of Wine.
OUR COURSES
Certified Wine Pro
(On-Demand 100% Online Course With Certificate)
Advanced Wine Pro
(On-Demand 100% Online Course With Certificate)
Wine Service Professional
(On-Demand 100% Online Course With Certificate)
WSET Level 1 Award In Wines
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines
WSET Level 3 Award in Wines
Introduction to Wine (Hindi)
(On-Demand 100% Online Course With Certificate)
India Wine Insider 2022
(India Wine Report)
Uncorking Success with Sonal Holland Master of Wine
“In Italy, they add work to wine and food. In France, they drink Champagne in victory and defeat. Wine, in many cultures, adorns a place of pride and identity. Wine is so much more than just a beverage. One must learn, to discover, to fall in love.
We are thrilled to launch the online courses at Sonal Holland Wine Academy and remain committed to offering the highest-quality and innovative education on wines and beverages. Our aim is to make on-demand online knowledge on wine easily accessible, affordable and enjoyable among Indians resident here and those living globally.
With wine’s soaring popularity in India as a sophisticated and a lifestyle beverage, I welcome you to the inner circle and invite you to join me in a discovery of a whole new world of enhanced opportunities and elevated taste.”
Raising a glass to your success.
Benefits of learning at Sonal Holland Wine Academy
Flexibility and Convenience
Gain the freedom to learn online at your own time and pace
Unparalleled Expertise
Learn from Sonal Holland, India’s first and only Master of Wine, the worlds most respected title, and the most celebrated wine professional of the country
World-class Curriculum
Global curriculum that is up-to-date with the latest trends and developments
Best Costs
Most affordable wine courses in the world, delivering high-quality quality wine education at the best costs that you can find.
Industry Focused
Courses designed to empower you with the knowledge that is relevant, industry-focused and career-forwarding
Certification
Gold-standard certification from Sonal Holland Wine Academy, highly recognised among industry leaders, issued immediately upon course completion. WSET certifications are awarded by Wine and Spirits Education Trust (UK).
Our Partners
Food & beverage professionals to alco-beverage marketers, aspiring sommeliers to budding chefs, bartenders to restaurant owners, airline crew to cruise-line staff, entrepreneurs to enthusiasts, curious drinkers to seasoned connoisseurs – there’s a course for all.
Should you wish to request a course tailored to your corporate / institutional needs,
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Testimonials
Our clients value us!
Dietmar Kielnhofer
General Manager,
JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar
I have known Sonal for many years and aside from being highly engaging, articulate, passionate and knowledgeable about all matters of wine, I find her entrepreneurial spirit, her in-depth knowledge and her professional approach to wine highly commendable. If there is an authoritative person I wish to consult about wine, it is Sonal I seek out; she is in a rare class of very few selected and talented wine enthusiasts who are difficult to find.
Abhisek Basu
Executive Assistant Manager,
Food & Beverage, The Leela Mumbai
We at the Leela Mumbai have been engaging with the Sonal Holland Wine Academy for quite a few years now. Ms. Holland with her vast experience and passion has helped our associates gain a solid understanding of wine and beverages; and seamlessly apply it in interactions with customers. She loves sharing her knowledge with others and there is something new you learn each time you interact with her.
Zubin Songadwala
Area Manager South & General Manager,
ITC Grand Chola
Having known Sonal for almost 12 years now, I can say with confidence that Sonal’s passion for wine goes beyond that of a professional. Each of the endeavours that she sets out to achieve, create new benchmarks in the industry. Learning from her is the best opportunity one can get.
Our students love us!
Neeti Mehra
Editor & Entrepreneur
As an editor and a wine enthusiast, I knew a lot about wines, but studying with the Sonal Holland Wine Academy filled in all the gaps about the nuances of wine; the why’s and how’s, right from the grape to the glass.
Reshma Patel
Wine Enthusiast
Learning about wines at Sonal Holland Wine Academy has broadened and deepened my understanding of wine. I particularly like that Sonal’s knowledge goes beyond the textbook, and draws from her extensive experience and exposure to the subject.
Atharva Joshi
Sommelier & Sales Executive in Wine Imports
Sonal simplifies and teaches each aspect of wine in an enjoyable way. Sonal Holland Wine Academy has really helped me build a strong base for my career in the wine industry.