Who is this for?

Begin your journey into wine with the WSET Level 1 Award. Perfect for beginners, this wine course offers foundational knowledge and engaging wine classes.

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. Find out if this course is right for you.

Course Modules

Introduction to wine types

Learn the major styles: red, white, rosé, sparkling, and fortified wines

Basic tasting techniques

Develop your palate using the systematic approach to tasting

Food & wine pairing fundamentals

Understand how flavors interact and complement each other

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.

Course Information

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