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WSET Level 3 Award In Wines Intensive

Cost: $1695.00

4 day in person course with 2 prep Zoom sessions and wine samples

Includes all WSET study materials, 4 full-day in person sessions guided by a WSET Diploma certified instructor, two preparatory Zoom sessions in advance of the in person course, wine tasting samples selected by Jay Youmans MW, the final exam, and a digital certificate and digital badge for those who pass the exam.

Schedule

Thursday, November 19: Zoom session from 6:30p – 9:30pm – Introduction to the Level 3 Wine curriculum and exam format.

Thursday, December 3: Zoom session from 6:30pm – 9:30pm – Study recap and pre-intensive weekend preparation.

Thursday, December 10 : Class meets in person from 9:00am – 4:00pm with a short break for lunch

Friday, December 11: Class meets in person from 9:00am – 4:00pm with a short break for lunch

Saturday, December 12: Class meets in person from 9:00am – 4:00pm with a short break for lunch.

Sunday, December 13: Class meets in person from 9:00am – 4:00pm with a short break for lunch, followed by the exam for those eligible from 6:00pm – 8:30pm.

Monday, January 4: 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM exam for post November 24 registrants, or for pre-November 25 registrants who wish to take the exam on this date/time instead of at the end of the course on December 13.

**Students who register for the course after each of the Zoom sessions mentioned above will receive a link to a recording of the Zoom session upon registration.

Participants who register for the course on or before November 24 will have the option to take the exam at the end of class on Sunday, December 13 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm or on Monday, January 4 at 2:00 PM. Participants who register for this course after November 25 will not be eligible to take the exam on December 13; these participants will be scheduled to take the exam on January 4, 2027 at 2:00 PM.

Due to the intensive nature of the course and the amount of material covered in the weeks leading up to the 4-day in person session, it is strongly recommended that students registering after November 19 choose the January 4 exam option. Please scroll down for important information regarding rescheduling of the exam date.

This is an advanced level qualification for professionals working in the wine industry and for wine enthusiasts. It is required that you hold the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge before enrolling in this course.

For individuals seeking to delve deeper into the world of wines, this qualification provides a detailed understanding of grape growing and wine making. Upon completion you will be able to assess wines accurately, and use your understanding to confidently explain wine style and quality. Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.

You will learn:

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; and fortified wines of the world

How to apply your understanding to explain wine style and quality

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

Recommended Learning Hours for this qualification: 32.5 Guided Learning Hours (including 2.5 hours for the examination) and 51.5 hours of private study.

We recommend reviewing the specification for the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines prior to your course; you may click here to download a PDF of the WSET Level 3 Wine specification.

Study Materials

Study materials will be mailed to students via USPS Priority Mail on November 5, and weekly thereafter for new registrants. Due to the condensed nature of our intensive courses, it is recommended that students register early enough to receive their textbook in the initial mailing. Advanced reading of the textbook prior to the 4-day in person course weekend is strongly recommended, as is a review of the specification linked to above.

Students who register on or after December 3 will need to come to the school to pick up their study materials by appointment if they wish to receive them ahead of the first in person class session, or they may receive them the morning of the first in person class session.

Registered students who would like to get a head start on their reading may request an e-book version of the textbook for $70.00; email info@capitalwineschool.com to request a payment link.

Exam Information 

• As mentioned above, participants who register for this course on or before November 24 may take the exam on December 13 from 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM, or on January 4 from 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
• Participants who register for this course after November 24 will not be eligible to take the exam on December 13 and will take the exam on January 4 from 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
• The exam consists of two parts: A 30 minute blind tasting evaluation of two wines, followed by a 2 hour theory exam with both multiple choice and open response questions.

Important note regarding fees associated with reschedules or cancellations: 

Reschedules

• No charge if request is made by November 24
• $275.00 rescheduling fee for requests made after November 24
• No rescheduling permitted after December 7

Cancellations/Refunds

• $75.00 cancellation fee if request is made by November 24. If study pack has already been mailed, the cancellation fee is $235.00
• No refunds available after November 24

Exam Reschedules

• If a participant is unable to attend either of the exam dates associated with this course, they may reschedule for a future exam for a $275.00 rescheduling fee

Lapel pins are available upon request for students who pass the exam. Pins may be picked up at a future event at the Capital Wine School or mailed within the U.S. for a $10 shipping and handling fee.

If you are purchasing this course as a gift for someone else and use your own email address so that the recipient does not receive a confirmation, you MUST email info@capitalwineschool.com after registering to provide us with the participant’s email address for exam registration purposes. Failure to provide the participant’s email address may cause problems with exam registration and certificate issuance.

To ensure a quality experience for all participants, each class or course requires a minimum number of registrations. If this minimum is not met, we may need to cancel the session. In such cases, registered students will be notified as soon as possible and provided with options for rescheduling or a full refund.

The building in which the Capital Wine School is located does not have an elevator, and there are several flights of stairs leading up to our classrooms.

By purchasing your ticket(s), you agree to the rescheduling and cancellation terms outlined in the course description above.

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