WSET Level 4 - D5 Fortified Wines
With a focus on fortified wines, this session will explore the art, science, and business of wine. This includes emphasis on viticulture & winemaking process, as well as growing environment, varietal options, winemaking decisions, even industry associations and business decisions – all of which lead to style, level of quality, and pricing. In addition, students will learn to accurately taste and professionally evaluate these styles.
Sessions:
Winter Cohort: January 13 - February 16, 2025. Registration deadline: January 4, 2025.
Spring Cohort: April 14 - May 18 2025. Registration deadline: April 1, 2025.
Fall Cohort: Dates TBA 2025
The Exam:
90-minute open-response theory paper.
Blind tasting of 3 fortified wines
Exams available every January and June. Upcoming exams: January 22, 2025, and June 11, 2025.
With a focus on fortified wines, this session will explore the art, science, and business of wine. This includes emphasis on viticulture & winemaking process, as well as growing environment, varietal options, winemaking decisions, even industry associations and business decisions – all of which lead to style, level of quality, and pricing. In addition, students will learn to accurately taste and professionally evaluate these styles.
Sessions:
Winter Cohort: January 13 - February 16, 2025. Registration deadline: January 4, 2025.
Spring Cohort: April 14 - May 18 2025. Registration deadline: April 1, 2025.
Fall Cohort: Dates TBA 2025
The Exam:
90-minute open-response theory paper.
Blind tasting of 3 fortified wines
Exams available every January and June. Upcoming exams: January 22, 2025, and June 11, 2025.
