Non-alcoholic wine has moved from novelty to a premium category that guests and shoppers take seriously, and they expect the same expertise behind it that they would from any wine list. The AFNA Wine Certified course is the industry's first professional credential focused exclusively on alcohol-free and alcohol-removed wine. Developed by AFicioNAdo, it gives sommeliers, retailers, and hospitality professionals an advanced understanding of how these wines are crafted, served, and experienced, so you can guide customers through the category with real authority.
What you'll learn
The winemaking methods behind dealcoholized and alcohol-removed wines
Sensory techniques that reveal the balance, aroma, and complexity of AFNA wine
Pairing strategies that show non-alcoholic wine at its best alongside food
How to present premium non-alcoholic selections with confidence and style
The global labeling and compliance standards that govern the category
How the course works
The course is online and self-paced, so you can complete it on your own schedule from any device. When you finish, you earn an official AFNA Wine Certified certificate, a shareable digital badge, and an official lapel pin, marking you as a pioneer in one of the fastest-growing categories in wine.
Common questions
Who is this course for?
Sommeliers, wine buyers and retailers, restaurant and hospitality staff, and anyone who wants authoritative knowledge of alcohol-free and alcohol-removed wine.
Do I need a wine background to take it? It is designed for professionals, but it builds the category knowledge step by step, so motivated newcomers can follow along too.
What do I earn when I finish? An official certificate, a shareable digital badge, and an official lapel pin.
Is the course online and self-paced? Yes. You can take it anytime, from anywhere, at your own pace.