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WSET Level 1 Award in Wine Course

$398.00

Proficiency in both the art and science of wine must start with the core tenets. The basics presented in this course – major styles, practices for proper storage, fundamentals of pairing with food, and service presentation – are necessary stepping stones on the way to greater knowledge.

This certification course will create a deeper appreciation for the wine buff or arm the aspiring professional with product & service knowledge enabling them to excel in wine-related positions across the industry.

Sessions:

SEATTLE, WA

SOLD OUT. Sunday, June 29, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: El Gaucho, Seattle, WA

PORTLAND, OR

Monday, August 4, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: The Wine & Spirit Archive, 3319 SE 50th Ave, Portland, OR

EASTERN WASHINGTON

Monday, August 18, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: Mercer Estates, Prosser, WA

WOODINVILLE, WA

Saturday, September 13, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: DeLille Cellars, Woodinville, WA

TACOMA, WASHINGTON

Friday, September 26, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: El Gaucho, Tacoma, WA

PORTLAND, OR

Saturday, October 4, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: The Wine & Spirit Archive, 3319 SE 50th Ave, Portland, OR

SEATTLE, WA

Sunday, October 12, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: TBA

WILLAMETTE VALLEY, OR

Monday, December 8, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: TBA, Willamette Valley, OR

SOUTHERN OREGON

Monday, April 6, 2026; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: TBA, Southern OR

Prefer to study online? Join us instead for the WSET Level 1 – ONLINE Course.

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Proficiency in both the art and science of wine must start with the core tenets. The basics presented in this course – major styles, practices for proper storage, fundamentals of pairing with food, and service presentation – are necessary stepping stones on the way to greater knowledge.

This certification course will create a deeper appreciation for the wine buff or arm the aspiring professional with product & service knowledge enabling them to excel in wine-related positions across the industry.

Sessions:

SEATTLE, WA

SOLD OUT. Sunday, June 29, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: El Gaucho, Seattle, WA

PORTLAND, OR

Monday, August 4, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: The Wine & Spirit Archive, 3319 SE 50th Ave, Portland, OR

EASTERN WASHINGTON

Monday, August 18, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: Mercer Estates, Prosser, WA

WOODINVILLE, WA

Saturday, September 13, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: DeLille Cellars, Woodinville, WA

TACOMA, WASHINGTON

Friday, September 26, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: El Gaucho, Tacoma, WA

PORTLAND, OR

Saturday, October 4, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: The Wine & Spirit Archive, 3319 SE 50th Ave, Portland, OR

SEATTLE, WA

Sunday, October 12, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: TBA

WILLAMETTE VALLEY, OR

Monday, December 8, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: TBA, Willamette Valley, OR

SOUTHERN OREGON

Monday, April 6, 2026; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: TBA, Southern OR

Prefer to study online? Join us instead for the WSET Level 1 – ONLINE Course.

Who should take this course:

  • Industry – This is the perfect launching point for candidates interested in early career growth or prepping for their first opportunity as a wine professional.

  • Enthusiast – Ideal start for the hobbyist interested in a deeper understanding or consumers seeking a formal introduction to wine.

  • Previous Experience? – Students with an established base of knowledge may elect to bypass this course to enroll directly in WSET Level 2 Award in Wine.

*No prior experience or knowledge is required for this course.

**Detailed course syllabus and exam content (courtesy of WSET) can be found here.

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