A beginner level introduction to wine suitable for those starting a wine career or pursuing an interest in wine.
For individuals new to wine study, this qualification provides a hands-on introduction to the world of wine. You’ll explore the main types and styles of wine through sight, smell, and taste, while also gaining the basic skills to describe wines accurately, and make food and wine pairings. Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin.
WSET qualifications have given me the basis to develop my wine expertise. I’ve been inspired by the classes and have made contacts within all areas of the wine industry.
Grace Matterson, student, UK
What you'll learn
- The main types and styles of wine
- Common wine grapes and their characteristics
- How to store and serve wine
- The principles of food and wine pairing
- How to describe wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)
Tasting
This is a test of the Tasting tab.
Course delivery
This qualification has a minimum requirement of six hours of study time, in a classroom or online, with a WSET course provider.*
Available to study in these languages:
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English
(English)
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简体中文
(Chinese Simplified)
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繁體中文
(Chinese Traditional)
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Nederlands
(Dutch)
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Français
(French)
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Deutsch
(German)
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ελληνικά
(Greek)
*Delivery will vary by course provider; however, this is the minimum requirement that should be met.
Assessment
Assessment is by a closed-book exam of 30 multiple-choice questions.
This qualification is regulated by Ofqual.
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You must be of legal drinking age in the country where you are attending the course to participate in any alcohol tasting. However, this is not a barrier to successfully completing the qualification.
Requirements may vary by course provider.
Course Information
For more information and full details on the course requirements, please download the Specification below.
