WSET Level 1 Award in Wine Course
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:
WILLAMETTE VALLEY, OR
Sunday, April 6, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: Ponzi Vineyards, Willamette Valley, OR
EASTERN WASHINGTON
Monday, April 21, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: Echolands Winery, Walla Walla, WA
WOODINVILLE, WA
Sunday, April 27, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: TBA, Woodinville, WA
PORTLAND, OR
Saturday, May 10, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
The Wine & Spirit Archive, 3319 SE 50th Ave, Portland, OR
SEATTLE, WA
Sunday, June 29, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location TBA, Seattle, WA
TACOMA, WASHINGTON
Fall 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: El Gaucho, Tacoma, WA
Email me when these dates are scheduled.
SOUTHERN OREGON
Winter 2026; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: OSU Extension Center, Central Point, OR
Email me when these dates are scheduled.
Prefer to study online? Join us instead for the WSET Level 1 – ONLINE Course.
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:
WILLAMETTE VALLEY, OR
Sunday, April 6, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: Ponzi Vineyards, Willamette Valley, OR
EASTERN WASHINGTON
Monday, April 21, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: Echolands Winery, Walla Walla, WA
WOODINVILLE, WA
Sunday, April 27, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: TBA, Woodinville, WA
PORTLAND, OR
Saturday, May 10, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
The Wine & Spirit Archive, 3319 SE 50th Ave, Portland, OR
SEATTLE, WA
Sunday, June 29, 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location TBA, Seattle, WA
TACOMA, WASHINGTON
Fall 2025; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: El Gaucho, Tacoma, WA
Email me when these dates are scheduled.
SOUTHERN OREGON
Winter 2026; 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Certification exam at end of class.
Location: OSU Extension Center, Central Point, OR
Email me when these dates are scheduled.
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.