• Individuals in the retail, hospitality, or wholesale sectors of the wine industry who possess limited wine knowledge.

• Wine enthusiasts looking to develop their ability to taste and identify wines professionally.

• Front-line staff seeking basic wine knowledge and skills related to storage and service.

During this course, you will learn about:

• The primary types and styles of wine

• The key characteristics of commonly used wine grape varieties

• Proper wine storage and serving techniques

• The fundamental principles of pairing food and wine

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

For full course requirements and further information, please download the Specification.

This qualification has a minimum requirement of 6 hours of study time, in a classroom or online, with a WSET course provider.

The WSET Level 1 can be completed in 3 weekly classes or short, 1-day intensives.

Assessment: A 45 minute closed-book examination comprised of 30 multiple-choice questions

*Note: If you have foundational wine knowledge or actively work in the wine industry and possess a basic understanding of the modules covered above, you do not need to take WSET Level 1 before enrolling in WSET Level 2.

If you need any reasonable adjustments made for either the WSET Level 1 Course or Exam please go to our WSET policies page on how to apply.

• All WSET 1 course materials & exam fees

• 5.5 hours of classroom instruction with WSET educator

• Guided tasting of 10+ wines

• Digital Certificate and badge upon completion