Our Global Connection

We’ve teamed up with WSET to ensure your learning experience includes the best the world of wine has to offer.

Based in London, WSET is an independent approved program provider and a non-profit organisation. The courses are designed and refined by experts and are the global standard for wine and spirit qualifications. Wherever you wish to travel and work, a WSET award is known and respected.

WSET LEvel 1 award in wines

Who is this course for?

For individuals new to wine, 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. No prior knowledge of wine is assumed.

What you’ll learn

• The main styles of wine

• Common wine grapes and their characteristics

• The principles of food and wine pairing

• How to describe wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)

See here for the course specification.

The course fee includes course book, tasting wines, classes and examination. Successful candidates will recieve a certificate and lapel pin.

“I loved that each class was interactive & involved everyone with regular discussion and activities. The content was interesting, delivered clearly, with a personal approach. I especially enjoyed the experience of tasting different wines side by side. Being in the hospitality industry I immediately saw the value when returning back to work with improved wine knowledge and skills.”

Juliana McGowan – Restuarant Manager, The Bicycle Thief.

WSET Level 2 Award In wines

Who is this course for?

This course does not assume prior knowledge of wine. It is for individuals seeking a core understanding of wines. This qualification explores the major grape varieties and important wine regions in which they are grown. You’ll learn about the styles of wines produced from these grapes as well as key classifications and labelling terminology. A basic overview of the key categories of spirits and liqueurs will also be provided.

What you’ll learn.

• How to taste and describe wine using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine®(SAT)

  • How environmental factors, grape-growing, winemaking and maturation options influence the style and quality of wines made from eight principal grape varieties:

    • Chardonnay

    • Pinot Grigio/Gris

    • Sauvignon Blanc

    • Riesling

    • Cabernet Sauvignon

    • Merlot

    • Pinot Noir

    • Syrah/Shiraz

  • The style and quality of wines:

    • made from 22 regionally important grape varieties

    • produced in over 70 geographical indications (GIs) around the world

  • How grape varieties and winemaking processes influence key styles of:

    • Sparkling wines

    • Fortified wines

  • Key labelling terms used to indicate origin, style and quality

  • Principles and processes involved in the storage and service of wine

  • Principles of food and wine pairing

The course specification is available here.

The cost of this course includes course materials, tastings, classes and the examination. Successful candidates will receive a certificate and lapel pin.

WSET Level 3 Award in Wines

For individuals seeking to delve deeper into the world of wines, this qualification provides a detailed understanding of grape growing and winemaking. Upon completion, you will be able to assess wines accurately and use your understanding to confidently explain wine style and quality. This course assumes Level 2 knowledge of wine as a prerequisite.

What you’ll learn:

Unit 1:

• The key factors in the production of wine: location, grape growing, winemaking, maturation and bottling

• How these key factors influence the key characteristics of the principal

  • still wines of the world

  • sparkling wines of the world

  • fortified wines of the world

• How to apply your understanding to explain wine style and quality

Unit 2:

• How to taste wines, describe their characteristics and evaluate their quality, using the WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT).

The specification for the course can be found here.

The cost of the course includes all course material, online course work, course days, wine tastings and the examinations. Successful candidates will recieve a certificate and lapel pin.

“Michael is a fantastic teacher, his delivery is concise, informative and engaging.  WSET level 3 provides the ideal framework for anyone looking to advance their understanding of world wine styles and regions ….. perfect for both wine lovers and industry professionals alike”.

–  Mike Donaldson, Pegasus Bay Winery