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WSET Level 1 Award in Wine Revision Course
1,081 students
What you'll learn
- Wine Tasting - how to taste like a professional
- Food and Wine Pairing - the principals of how it works
- Boost Your Wine Confidence - confidently choose a bottle of wine, talk about wine without fear of sounding silly, understand what you like and why
- The characteristics of the best known Principal Grape Varieties
- Key stages of grape growing and winemaking
- Different types and styles of wines
- Best conditions to store and serve wine at home and at work (for sommelier training)
- People who want to follow the WSET syllabus but not the get the qualification or certification
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Course content
11 sections • 11 lectures • 2h 13m total length
Requirements
- The Perfect Wine Course for Beginners
- No Prior Knowledge or Experience is Required
- Quickly Learn The Wine Jargon (vintage, abv, body, acidity, tannin and more) and Talk About Wine With More Confidence
- Learn From a Certified WSET Educator
- Your Journey into the World of Wine Starts Here!
Description
An Independent Introduction to Wine Education
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) is widely known for its structured approach to wine education. Many wine professionals use its framework as a reference point for building foundational wine knowledge.
This course is independently created and is not a WSET qualification, examination, or certified program.
Created because we know many of our students don’t want or need the Qualification or Certification – they just want a well-structured and useful course about wine.
By excluding the exam and certification element, these revision courses are:
More affordable, as no examination fee is included
More accessible, as they are delivered fully online and can be studied globally
These courses are ideal for learners seeking knowledge, confidence, and structured learning, without the need to pursue formal assessment.
It is an independent revision and learning course designed to reflect the learning outcomes commonly associated with WSET Level 1 Award in Wine. No WSET certification or qualification is included.
Your First Confident Step Into the World of Wine
Feel overwhelmed by wine lists?
Unsure how to describe what you’re tasting?
Not confident choosing a bottle or pairing wine with food?
You’re not alone - and this course was created exactly for that moment.
This beginner-friendly wine course introduces the core principles of wine in a clear, approachable way. It’s designed for people who want a solid foundation in wine knowledge, without jargon, pressure, or prior experience.
Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, a curious foodie, or exploring a future in hospitality or wine, this course will help you build confidence and understanding from the ground up.
What You’ll Learn
How to taste wine using a structured, professional-style approach
The basic stages of grape growing and winemaking
Main wine styles and what makes them different
The 8 principal grape varieties and their key characteristics
Popular wine styles (such as Chianti) and what defines them
How to store and serve wine correctly
Fundamental principles of food and wine pairing
Common wine terms explained clearly - no fluff, no pretension
What You’ll Walk Away With
A clear understanding of wine, from vineyard to glass
Confidence to order, discuss, and enjoy wine in any setting
The ability to taste and describe wine accurately and comfortably
How the Course Works
Book the course and start learning immediately from home
Progress through bite-sized modules, each followed by a short quiz
Finish with a full-length mock exam for self-assessment purposes only
Important note:
This mock exam and revision course are independently produced and are not a WSET examination or qualification. The content is designed around commonly recognised learning outcomes of WSET Level 1 Award in Wine, but the course is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or accredited by WSET.
Ready to Start Your Wine Journey?
This isn’t just a tick in the box, or a qualification - it’s a confidence-builder.
Whether you’re enjoying wine at home, ordering in restaurants, or considering a future in wine, this course gives you a strong, practical foundation to build on.
Book your independent wine revision course today and take your first confident step into the world of wine.
Who this course is for:
- Anyone who wants to quickly boost their confidence, talk about, choose, and enjoy wine without intimidation
- Anyone who wants to enrich their social circle and lifestyle; become known as The Wine Geek
- Anyone feeling overwhelmed in the world of wine, a little bit of knowledge goes a long way
- Wine is deeply tied to place and tradition, wine lovers are often drawn to it as a gateway to global culture, from Tuscan hills to New Zealand valleys; enriching future travel and broadening their cultural palate.
- All wine lovers who want to know a little bit more about why wines taste different
- Whether working in hospitality, events, or client-facing roles, a basic wine knowledge adds credibility to your conversations
- Anyone wishing to follow a similar syllabus and curriculum to WSET Level 1 Award in Wine. This course is independently designed and is not a WSET qualification or cerification.