Course Dates:
Tuesday, October 27th 2026 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday, November 3rd 2026 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday, November 10th 2026 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday, November 17th 2026 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday, December 1st 2026 6:30 - 9:00pm (Review & EXAM)
Spain is one of the most dynamic wine countries in the world, home to more than 140 appellations and a remarkable diversity of climates, grapes, and traditions. Spanish Wine Essentials (SWE) introduces you to 23 of the country’s most influential regions, presenting each wine within its regional and cultural context while highlighting key landmarks and traditional cuisine that complete the story of Spanish wine.
This comprehensive course includes a 95-page study guide, access to interactive e-learning, and in-person instruction from expert educators, guiding you through a sensory journey across Spain. More than just an introductory program, SWE is the beginning of a lifelong relationship with Spanish wine and a natural stepping stone toward the Spanish Wine Scholar® Certification and the broader Wine Scholar Guild community.
$695 | 12.5 hours | 20 Wines
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Coursebook
A 90+ page beautifully designed coursebook, rich with photographs, detailed maps, illustrations and infographics contains all the information you need to know.
Online Study Modules
1-year access to interactive e-learning activities designed to enrich the study manual and support different learning styles.
Expert Instruction:
Learn from the WSG Approved Program Providers and certified educators.
Student Community
Network with the other students taking the French, Italian or Spanish Wine Essentials course, form a tasting group and build your wine network.
Final Exam
The exam is comprised of 50 multiple-choice questions. Students have 45 minutes to complete the exam. Passing score is 60%. There is no wine tasting component on the exam.
Certificate
Upon receiving a passing score, you will receive your well-deserved WSG Essentials certificate, acknowledging you have gained proficiency in the wines of France, Italy or Spain. Add this reputed certification to your LinkedIn profile and résumé or CV.
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Hospitality, wholesale and/or retail wine professionals looking to enhance their knowledge of Spanish wine
Aspiring wine professionals looking to start, transition to or advance their career in wine
Inquisitive wine enthusiasts wanting to become more familiar with Spanish wine
Enthusiastic home or professional chefs, energetic epicureans or “foodies”
Avid travelers
Anyone wishing to become more knowledgeable about Spain and its wine and food culture
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Describe the key factors that influence the growing environment and climate of each appellation
Recall the main grape varieties (and their characteristics) associated with each wine covered in the session
Identify the location of the profiled appellations on a map of Spain
Recall viticultural, vinification and aging techniques that contribute to the style and quality of the wines
Describe the meaning of key labeling terms
Recall and describe the style of each
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In addition to classroom instruction, your instructors recommend that you engage in an additional 15 hours of study (approximately five hours per chapter) before taking the exam.
You are encouraged to expand your studying techniques beyond that of simply re-reading the course book. In order to assimilate knowledge and facilitate deeper understanding of key concepts try to engage in active learning techniques such as: note-taking, completing the online e-learning modules, explaining key concepts to others and of course tasting!
Registration must be completed by October 20th, 2026.
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