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WSET Level 1 Award in Wines
Explore the main styles and types of wine through sight, smell and taste in an online or in class format. Gain the basic skills to describe wine accurately, as well as make wine and food pairings.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for new trade members specifically in the restaurant and retail sectors. This is also a good starting point for enthusiastic consumers looking for a strong overview of wine knowledge and a fun food and wine pairing. If you already have experience in the industry, you may start your WSET pathway with Level 2 classes.
WEI and WSET strive to make this qualification available to everyone and offer a Reasonable Adjustment Policy designed to increase accessibility of this certification.
Course Outline
Main styles of wines
Introduction to WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting Wines
Characteristics and styles of common grape varieties
Service of wine
Health, safety and legal issues
Food and wine pairing
Course Specification
The full course specification is also available to download.
Exam Overview
30 multiple choice question exam
70% or better to achieve a pass
Cost and Dates
$350 per student | Discounts available for groups of five or more
Registration deadline for each course is 5 days in advance!.
Digital Certificate and Badges
All exams and classes starting in 2025 will now utilize WSET's digital certificates. Please use the link in your welcome email to register for the certificate. Your certificate will be immediately available the moment your results are provided.
Class Times and Exam Locations
We are often able to hold classes at your location with an 8-10 student commitment. Generally classes and exams are held at a number of locations in the Denver Metro. Usually either Peak Beverage at 4375 Brighton Blvd, Denver CO 80216, Intelligent Office 1499 W 120th Ave #110 Westminster, CO 80234 or at Uncorked Kitchen, 8171 S Chester St Ste A, Centennial, CO 80112.
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SEPARATE COURSES OFFERED
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