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Private MW Courses
If you are studying, or contemplating studying, for the MW, then Phil has a range of courses which support your study either on-line or in-person. These include the following courses – see below for full details of each course.
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Start Your MW Journey Here
Approaches to the Master of Wine Exam
Weekend bootcamp 5th and 6th October 2024
If you have just been accepted onto the MW programme, congratulations. This is the course for you. This is where your MW journey gets off to the best possible start. Learn how to study for the theory and practical sections of the exam. Learn how to sift through the information maze to discern what is useful and will help you pass the exams, and what is merely interesting.
These two days will equip you with insights and strategies to make your MW journey efficient, productive and enjoyable.
Student feedback
“The Chestnuts theory class is always my best tip for MW students.” Andrea Lonardi MW
“Phil’s lectures were amazing, very helpful and relevant. Overall excellent. Accommodation and catering- Amazing. Would highly recommend.”
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Two days in a small group, retreat-like atmosphere with a maximum of six other students, learning how and what to study to help you progress through the MW study programme.
Get yourself a head start before the course days and seminars begin.
Course Fees
£897 for the students staying at The Chestnuts, where the course is held.
The Chestnuts is a Five Star graded property and can accommodate three students.
£747 for students arranging their own accommodation.
Course fees include luxury accommodation in single occupancy rooms for students staying at The Chestnuts, gourmet breakfasts and lunches, morning and afternoon coffee and treats all provided by the legendary Chris.
All study materials.
Students not staying at The Chestnuts to arrange own breakfasts and transport to and from the course venue.
The Details
Course Venue: The Chestnuts, Shilton, Oxfordshire, OX18 4AB
Arrival:
- Staying at The Chestnuts: Arrive from 6pm on Friday 4th for casual supper
- Organising your own accommodation: Arrive at The Chestnuts for a 9:30am start Saturday 5th
Departure: The course will finish at 5pm on Sunday 6th.
Travel to The Chestnuts: Shilton is approximately 20 miles west of Oxford. There is easy parking for those driving to the course.
Public Transport: A regular coach service from Oxford takes you to Carterton. By prior arrangement we can collect you from Carterton.
Any Extra Costs? Yes. Dinner on Saturday night at a local pub will be arranged for anyone wanting to join us.
The course will run with a minimum of four students
If you are unable to join the course it is your responsibility to find another student to take your place. Fees cannot be refunded.
This course is limited to just seven students.
Early booking is advised.
To book your place email phil@philreedman.net
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Reboot Your MW Journey Here
“Back on the Horse”
Two-day bootcamp 7th and 8th October 2024
Whether you are moving to Stage 2 of the MW programme or coming back after a break, this course will get you back into MW study mode.
Over the two days both sections of the exam will be covered. We will look at the theory of theory: how to write convincing essays. We’ll cover what to study and to how to study effectively to get you ready for the June exams. In practical we’ll refresh the tasting process, the note taking and the answer writing taking our lead from examiner feedback. We’ll do some blind tastings to give you the confidence to take into the course days and seminar.
Student feedback
“It was very useful to be in a small group to get direct feedback and also gain confidence.”
“Thank you for another amazingly useful, entertaining and enjoyable course. Great content; very helpful feedback. Thank you for creating an environment where it feels safe to share answers.”
“The Chestnuts theory class is always my best tip for MW students.” Andrea Lonardi MW
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Two days in a small group, retreat-like atmosphere with a maximum of five other students, learning how and what to study to help you progress through the MW study programme.
Get yourself a head start before the course days and seminars begin.
Course Fees
£897 for the students staying at The Chestnuts, where the course is held.
The Chestnuts is a Five Star graded property and can accommodate three students.
£747 for students arranging their own accommodation.
Course fees include luxury accommodation in single occupancy rooms for students staying at The Chestnuts, gourmet breakfasts and lunches, morning and afternoon coffee and treats all provided by the legendary Chris.
All study materials.
Students not staying at The Chestnuts to arrange own breakfasts and transport to and from the course venue.
The Details
Course Venue: The Chestnuts, Shilton, Oxfordshire, OX18 4AB
Arrival:
- Staying at The Chestnuts: Arrive from 6pm on Sunday 6th for casual supper
- Organising your own accommodation: Arrive at The Chestnuts for a 9:30am start Monday 7th
Departure: The course will finish at 5pm on Tuesday 8th.
Travel to The Chestnuts: Shilton is approximately 20 miles west of Oxford. There is easy parking for those driving to the course.
Public Transport: A regular coach service from Oxford takes you to Carterton. By prior arrangement we can collect you from Carterton.
Any Extra Costs? Yes. Dinner on Monday night at a local pub will be arranged for anyone who wants to join us.
The course will run with a minimum of four students
If you are unable to join the course it is your responsibility to find another student to take your place. Fees cannot be refunded.
This course is limited to just six students.
Early booking is advised.
To book your place email phil@philreedman.net
Other Courses run throughout the academic year
On-Line Essay Tutoring
Runs all year round – start the course when it suits your study plans
“[The] Best money I spent on the MW process.”
See below for details
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Wine tasting for the MW
Two day residential course at The Cotswolds, England – Dates TBC
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Theory study and essay writing for the MW
Two day residential course at The Cotswolds, England – Dates TBC
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Tasting Revision focusing on the Classics
The Cotswolds, England – Dates TBC
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Theory Crammer and Surgery
The Cotswolds, England – Dates TBC
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Essays-in-a-Day
Adelaide Australia – Dates TBC
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Tasting tutoring focused on the classics
Adelaide Australia – Dates TBC
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Theory Crammer and Surgery
Adelaide Australia – Dates TBC
Endorsements from students
- “You have a great way of communicating complex information in an easy to digest (and enjoyable!) way”.
- “I am happy to report that I was awarded the [Wine Scholar Guild] scholarship and I could hear your voice the entire time I was writing the paper! The training you gave me really transformed my writing and I cannot thank you enough. This is my second writing award since I finished studying with you. Last year I won the George Gamblin Memorial creative essay contest. I attribute both to the training you gave me.”
- “Thank you for an awesome couple of days helping to focus my mind on what I need to do to prepare for the exam. It has been very enjoyable, especially as the setting and the amazing food prepared by Chris was perfect. I felt very well looked after and would highly recommend this course to other students!”
- “I do have to say that I was grateful for the tutoring we did together and look forward to (hopefully) continuing that in September. I was prepared and knew how to tackle the questions, so thanks Phil, you really did make a difference for me on this exam”
- “Your sessions were a tremendous asset during the exam. I deeply appreciated your feedback, advice and last minute pep talk! It really encouraged me 🙂 Thank you.”
Email phil@philreedman.net to book your course.
See below for full details of all courses currently on offer:
On-line essay tutoring – worldwide by Zoom – All year round sessions
A one-on-one, on-line essay course to help you develop your essay writing skills for the Stage One Assessment and the Master of Wine Examination.
How it Works
You select the question from a recent exam paper and then write the essay under exam conditions.
You email the essay to Phil and he reviews it using Word’s Review function. Phil sends the essay back to you with comments.
When mutually convenient you and Phil have a circa forty minute, one-on-one, Zoom conversation to discuss the feedback in detail and to talk about how the essay could be improved.
You then move onto the next paper and repeat the process.
Fees:
Ten essays: A$1,995 plus GST (if in Australia)
Wine Tasting for the MW
When: Dates to be announced
Where: The Chestnuts, Shilton, Oxfordshire. OX18 4AB, England
How much: £937 with accommodation at The Chestnuts. £907 with accommodation at Culls Cottage.
Make the most of the all-important MW seminar by bringing your tasting skills up to speed at this two-day, small group course.
This two-day course will hone your tasting and answering skills in advance of the seminar.
Four flights of six wines allows time to discuss your answers and help perfect your exam technique. You’ll go into the seminar much more confident and better equipped to tackle the 12-wine blind tastings.
- Student endorsement: “Great small group format encourages full group interaction and it’s less intimidating to read out your howlers. Proper discussion rather than racing through feedback improved the learning experience.”
Places on the course are limited to just six students. Early booking is essential.
The course will run with a minimum of four students and a maximum of six. Bookings are not refundable unless you are able to find another student to take your place.
Email phil@philreedman.net to book your place. Course fees include a casual, welcome buffet dinner on the first night, gourmet breakfasts and lunches, morning and afternoon coffee all provided by the legendary Chris. Accommodation in Five-Star luxury, single occupancy rooms. www.ecochiccottages.com
Theory Study and Essay Writing for the MW Exam
When: Dates to be announced
Where: The Chestnuts, Shilton, Oxfordshire. OX18 4AB
How much: £937 with accommodation at The Chestnuts. £907 with accommodation at Culls Cottage.
The art of essay writing is an essential skill in becoming an MW. Learning how to study efficiently and effectively will save you time and money.
These two days will give you the skills to get yourself prepared for the MW exams.
We’ll discuss what, how and when to study. We’ll break down essay questions and work out how you should interpret and answer them in line with examiner expectations. We’ll discuss exam technique, how to use of examples to maximum effect and how you create authority and a sense of mastery in your essays.
You’ll write introductions, develop paragraphs and conclusions across all five exam papers. We’ll home-in on the foundational blocks of essay writing: instruction verbs, essay and paragraph structure, the use of examples, scoping skills and critical thinking. You’ll go away with a renewed sense of confidence in the theory exam.
Places on the course are limited to just seven students. Early booking is essential.
The course will run with a minimum of three students and a maximum of seven. Bookings are not refundable unless you can find another student to take your place.
Email phil@philreedman.net to book your place
Course fees include a casual, welcome buffet dinner on the first night, gourmet breakfasts and lunches, morning and afternoon coffee all provided by the plaudit-winning Chris. Accommodation in Five-Star luxury, single occupancy rooms. www.ecochiccottages.com
Essays-in-a-Box
A one-day, bespoke course for you and your study-buddies. Book the course date to suit your schedule either in Adelaide or in the Cotswolds UK.
The MW seminars and course days focus on the practical exam. To pass the theory exam you must be able to write 13 passing essays over the four days.
Give yourself the confidence to tackle the theory papers by joining my Essays-in-a-Day course.
The course will cover:
- Selecting the question
- Time management
- Understanding the instruction verbs of the essay title
- Essay planning
- Paragraph development
- Essay structures
- The Introduction
- Body paragraphs
- The Conclusion
- Peer-to-Peer writing
- Critical analysis
- The use of examples
- Tone and vocabulary to create authority.
- Proofreading
- Avoiding common mistakes
A minimum of two students required for the course to run, with a maximum of seven students.
Courses fees: A$750 per student. Refreshments and lunch included.
Course Venue: Adelaide CBD or Cotswolds, UK. Times: 9:30am to 4:30pm
Bookings are not refundable unless you can be found another student to take your place.
Book your place by emailing phil@philreedman.net
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Bespoke Courses:
Losing sleep over your MW study? Contact Phil to discuss a bespoke course for you and your study-buddies which will solve your study nightmares. These can be in person or delivered via Zoom.
The Chestnuts, England
The Classroom, Adelaide