Recommended for:

• Consumers looking for an introduction to wine.

• Groups looking for a fun interactive class with an introduction to wine

Requirements:

• No previous study requirements. WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is NOT a prerequisite to taking the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines. In fact we encourage those looking for a serious wine class to start with WSET Level 2 Award in Wines.

• At least 21 years of age.

You'll learn:

• The main styles of wine

• Common wine grapes and their characteristics

• How to store and serve wine

• The principles of food and wine pairing

• How to describe wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine

You'll achieve:

• Successful candidates receive the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines certificate and lapel pin.

For more information and full details on the course, please download the Specification Guide below.                                         

Online

Learn about wines through our 4-week WSET Level 1 Online study program that is flexible to work around your busy schedule. The WSET Level 1 Online course covers the same syllabus as the classroom course, but through a supported and interactive online classroom which allows you to study alongside your peers under the guidance of a dedicated educator. This is a four-week, WSET educator led online course with fixed start and end dates.

This course follows a weekly structure, but it allows the student to work ahead or catch up on activities and forums. The student can contact the educator any time for the duration of the scheduled course, should they have any questions.

Each module includes a series of independent activities to help students understand the differences between grape varieties and types and styles of wine.

Students should be advised to taste a range of wines during their studies. All the required wines for the course can be found in the online equipment list. Any additional wines can be found in the Specification. Students can post their tasting notes in the Online Classroom for review by the educator.

Online Class includes:

• 4-week guided study (1 year course access)

• The textbook is provided within the online materials

• Please note that tasting samples are NOT included in the cost of this course. A recommended list of samples will be provided. Spirited Grape students receive a discount on wines purchased at Capri Cellars/Spirited Grape.

• WSET Level 1 Wine exam - 30 multiple choice questions. Exams must be scheduled and taken in person at our Issaquah, WA or Remote Invigilator Online Exam option. Click here for more information on the Remote Invigilator Online Exam.

Technical Requirements

Students will require access to a computer (recommended) and/or smartphone or tablet with the following minimum requirements.

Current Course Schedule:

Classes fill up quickly! Enroll today to secure your seat.  
Classes limited to 25 people (Got a group? Contact us for rates for groups 5 or more)

ADDITIONAL CLASS DATES WILL BE POSTED SOON!

Exam Options:

In Person - Issaquah (Location is dependent on number of candidates enrolled in the exam)

Remote Invigilator - Online Exam (Please click on this link for more information)

Tuition:  $275

Tuition includes all registration fees, guided online instruction and exam. Select "Enroll Now" to pay by Visa, MasterCard or American Express.  Please contact Spirited Grape at 425-369-4289 for group rates.