WSET Level 1 in Wine Course

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If you’re new to wine and seeking a structured and organized path to better understand this complex beverage, WSET Level 1 in Wine is for you! This course introduces the diversity of wine styles; the impacts of grape variety, place, and winemaking; and explores how wine service and food pairing bring wine’s complexities to life. 

WSET Level 1 in Wine Course IN-person

WSET Level 1 in Wine Course In Person Oregon
$395.00

WSET Level 1 in Wine Course In Person Washington
$395.00

  • WILLAMETTE VALLEY, OR
    Date: Monday, June 22, 9:30am to 5:00pm
    Location: PCC - Newberg Center, Willamette Valley

    WOODINVILLE, WA
    Date: Sunday, June 28, 9:30am to 5:00pm
    Location: DeLille Cellars, Woodinville WA

    YAKIMA, WA
    Date: Sunday, July 19, 9:30am to 5:00pm
    Location: Yakima Vintners, Yakima, WA

    SEATTLE, WA
    Date: Sunday, July 26, 9:30am to 5:00pm
    Location: Aerlume, Seattle, WA

    PORTLAND, OR
    Date: Sunday, August 2, 9:30am to 5:00pm
    Location: The Wine & Spirit Archive, 3319 SE 50th Ave, Portland, OR

    TACOMA, WA
    Date: Sunday, November 8, 9:30am to 5:00pm
    Location: TBA, Tacoma, WA

  • WSET Level 1 in Wine is a great course for wine lovers and those just starting their wine careers who are seeking a structured path to building wine knowledge in warm and interactive classroom environment.

  • With over 20 years of experience delivering WSET Wine Courses, we’ve mastered the balance between serious wine education and enjoyable, hands-on classes that keep students engaged, curious, and actively involved. Our program is built around our students’ needs – clarity, engagement, and community. 

  • You’re going to cover the entire world of wine in one fast-paced and engaging day. Expect to better understand the world’s most important grape varieties, how growing conditions winemaking decisions shape the resulting style, and how to best store and serve wines so they shine. All learning is underscored by instructor-guided tasting of 10 benchmark styles.

    WSET Level 1 in Wine Course Specification

  • Course tuition includes your course workbook, An Introduction to Wine, guided tasting of 10 benchmark wines styles, certification exam, WSET Level 1 in Wine Certificate, and Badge.

  • Our WSET Level 1 in Wine educators combine deep knowledge and industry experience with an engaging and interactive teaching style. There’s a lot to learn in WSET Level 1, but you’re here because you love the topic. Our teaching styles underscores the inherent joy in learning about wine. 

  • The 30-question, multiple-choice, closed-book exam is offered at the end of class. Students who score 70% or higher will be WSET Level 1 in Wine Certified. 

WSET Level 1 in Wine Course online

WSET Level 1 in Wine Course Online
$330.00

  • Registration closes 9 days prior to class start date.

  • If you’re ready to start your wine education journey, but want to learn on your own schedule, The WSET Level 1 in Wine Online Course is for you!

  • The course is organized into 5 learning modules released over 4 weeks. Learning is asynchronous, so you can log in anytime and work through the course on your own schedule. Although the active course is completed after 4 weeks, you’ll have access to the static content for one year.

  • Course tuition includes your course workbook, An Introduction to Wine, available for download in your course. Tuition also includes your exam fee, WSET Level 1 in Wine Certificate, and Badge.

  • In this 4-week course, you’ll dive into the foundations of wine, exploring how grape variety, growing conditions, and winemaking impact a wine’s style. You’ll also learn to evaluate wine using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting and how wine storage, service, and pairing impact a wine’s aromas and palate.

    WSET Level 1 in Wine Course Specification

  • Yes, wine tasting is recommended as part of the course, but wine samples are not included in your tuition. The list of recommended wine styles is provided at the beginning of the class. Although there are wine kits (tiny wine bottles) on the market, for more accurate representations, we recommend buying full or half bottles and enjoying the remainder. 

  • The 45-minute exam is comprised of 30 multiple-choice questions. Exams are taken online under exam conditions and must be ordered at least 2 weeks before the scheduled exam date (exam sign up link provided at registration). Exams are offered the 1st Sunday of every month or by appointment).

    Students who score 70% or higher will be WSET Level 1 in Wine Certified.