In this class, we taste about 10 wines and learn about storage, service of wine and we also do an interesting food and wine pairing.

Price includes the WSET® Level 1 Study Guide, tuition, printed materials and exam. Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET® certificate and lapel pin (if you pass the examination).

Exam is at the end of the day. If by any chance, you can’t take the exam, we can reschedule your exam date with a 14 days notice.
Please note this course can be postponed (rescheduled) 30 days prior the date if minimum registrations are not achieved.

Event Details:

Date: Multiple Dates Available
Start time: 9:30 a.m.
End time: 5:00 p.m.
Venue: The Loading Dock Classroom – (Parking available but Uber/Lyft is recommended)
Address: 1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604, USA
Email: cheers@vitishouse.com

What you’ll learn:

You’ll explore major grape varieties, wine regions, factors affecting the flavor and aromas of wines. You will learn about how to store wine, wine pairing, service of wine and how to describe wines using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting® (SAT).

Course Structure:

One day of class, from 9:30am – 5:00pm.  Test will be at the end of the class.

For detailed information please check the course specification on the official WSET website.

Entry Requirements:

There are no requirements for this qualification, but the student must be of legal drinking age in order to participate in the wine tasting. About 10-14 wines are tasted during the course.

Price includes the WSET® Level 1 study guide, all wines, tuition, printed materials, exam, certificate and lapel pin (if you pass the examination).

For all WSET® in-classroom qualifications, we use RIEDEL glasses (wine) and ISO glasses (spirits) during class.

Certification:

This level has a minimum requirement of six hours of study time, in classroom. After class, the student will take a 45-minute test. The test consists of 30 multiple choice questions and the student will need at least 70% to pass the exam.

Re-sit available per request for $125.00

WSET Students Cancellations/Refunds:

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You’ll gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world, the regions in which they are grown, and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, you’ll explore the factors that impact style and quality and you’ll learn how to describe these wines with confidence.

We taste about 20 wines throughout the entire course (2 days). All students who pass successfully will receive a certificate and a lapel pin.

Price includes the WSET® Level 2 book kit, tuition, printed materials, and exam. All students who pass successfully will receive a certificate and a lapel pin.

Exam is at the end of the day. If by any chance, you can’t take the exam, we can reschedule your exam date with a 14 days notice.

Please note this course can be postponed (rescheduled) 30 days prior the date if minimum registrations are not achieved.

Event Details:

Start time: 9:00 a.m.
End time: 6:00 p.m.
Venue: The Loading Dock Classroom– (Parking available but Uber/Lyft is recommended)
Address: 1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604, USA
Email: cheers@vitishouse.com

What you’ll learn:

You will explore the major grape varieties, wine regions, wine styles, classification and labeling terminology. Also, the key factors affecting the influence of wine, basic principles of food and wine pairing and how to describe wine using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT).

Course Structure:

Two full days of class, from 9:00am – 6:00pm.  Test will be at the end of the class on day 2.

For detailed information on this course please check course specification on the official WSET website.

Entry Requirements:

There are no requirements for this qualification, but the student must be of legal drinking age in order to participate in the wine tasting.  

Price includes the WSET® Level 2 study guide, all wines, tuition, printed materials, exam, certificate and lapel pin (if you pass the examination).

For all WSET® in-classroom qualifications, we use RIEDEL glasses (wine) and ISO glasses (spirits) during class.

Certification:

This level has a minimum requirement of 16 guided hours of study time in classroom. After class, each student will take a closed-book exam of 50 multiple-choice questions to be completed within 60 minutes. A total mark of 55% is required to achieve a pass. All students who pass will be issued with a certificate and will receive a lapel pin.

Re-sit available per request for $145.00

WSET Students Cancellations/Refunds:

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WSET® Level 3 Award in Wines is a highly respected qualification, perfect for individuals seeking to delve deeper into the world of wines, this qualification provides a detailed understanding of grape growing and wine making. Upon completion you will be able to assess wines accurately, and use your understanding to confidently explain wine style and quality. Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated WSET® certified logo.

The price includes the WSET® Level 3 Study Pack, tuition, printed materials, exam, certificate and lapel pin (if you pass the examination). Our superb educators will assist you to develop your analytic tasting abilities through a carefully selected series of 40+ wine samples.

If you decide to divide your payments in two, please register using the “deposit” option and 30 days before the day of the course, pay the remaining amount using the “balance” option.  Please keep in mind you have to pay your full amount 30 days prior de course and the first deposit is non-refundable.

For all WSET®️ qualifications, we use RIEDEL tasting glasses. To register on this course it is recommended that you hold the WSET®️ Level 2 Award in Wines or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge.

This is a four day course with a 3 hour exam on day five (in the morning).  We offer re-sit exams every 3 months. Please note this course can be postponed (rescheduled) 30 days prior the date if minimum registrations are not achieved.  Please plan ahead if you are coming from out of town. 

Event Details:

Date: Multiple Dates Available
Start time: 09:00 a.m.
End time: 06:00 p.m.
Venue: The Loading Dock – (Parking available but Uber/Lyft is recommended)
Address: 1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604, USA
Email: cheers@vitishouse.com

What you’ll learn:

You will learn the key factors in the production of wine: location, grape growing, winemaking, maturation and bottling.  You will understand how these key factors influence the key characteristics of the principal still, sparkling and fortified wines of the world. Using the WSET® Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT).

Course Structure:

Four full days of class and exam (3 hours) on day five at 9:00am.

For detailed information on this course please check course specification on the official WSET® website.

Entry Requirements:

You must be at least 21 years of age to attend the course and to participate in any alcohol tasting. It is strongly recommended that you hold the WSET® Level 2 Award in Wines & Spirits, CMS Level 2, or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge prior to registering.

Certification:

At the end of the course there is an exam that consists of 2 wines, a 50 question multiple choice paper and a 4 question short answer exam. A minimum mark of 55% in each part is required to achieve a pass. All students who pass will be issued with a certificate and will receive a lapel pin.

Re-sit available upon request. Please contact us at cheers@vitishouse.com for prices and details.

WSET® Students Cancellations/Refunds:

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Through this course and the multiple tasting in-classroom, you’ll grasp the foundations of beer production, styles, service, food pairing, and tasting. Upon completion, you’ll earn a globally recognized qualification and acquire the knowledge to help you explore the world of beer in greater depth.  This one day course does not required any pre-study time, but we will share a lot of materials to prepare you in advance. We want you to learn and will help you to achieve your goals!

Embark on the beer journey! Get ready to be certified with us at Vitis House. 

This exciting new WSET Level 1 Award in Beer is a beginner-level qualification for anyone interested in learning the basics about lagers, ales, sours and more. In just one day, you’ll learn the foundations of beer production, styles, service, food pairing and tasting. This one day course at Vitis House does not required any pre-study time, but we will share materials to prepare you in advance. We want you to learn and help you achieving your goals!

Need additional support? Our fabulous team of educators is always available to answer your questions.

Sharpen Your Beer Knowledge & Tasting Skills with us in-classroom.

Are you a beer lover?  The WSET Level 1 Award in Beer provides a great introduction to the world of beer. Learning though sight, smell and taste, you’ll become familiar with a range of beer styles and how they are made.  If you work with beer, you’ll be able to answer customer queries with confidence and provide helpful recommendations. If you’re learning for fun, you’ll feel inspired to explore new styles and know how to get the most out of every glass.

Through this course and the multiple tasting exercises, you’ll grasp the foundations of beer production, styles, service, food pairing, and tasting.  Upon completion, you’ll earn a globally recognized qualification and acquire the knowledge to help you explore the world of beer in greater depth.

What You’ll Learn:

• The main ingredients required for brewing beer: malt and other sugar sources, water, hops, and yeast.
• Primary production methods in beer-making: malting and brewing.
• The principles of successful beer storage, service, and food pairing: This includes understanding beer storage and service, recognizing common beer faults, and exploring preferences, sensitivities, interactions, applications, and other considerations related to food and beer.
• Characteristics of various key beer styles:
  – Malt-driven styles, such as American or international pale lager, Munich Helles, Blonde ale, Munich Dunkel, Brown ale, Porter, and stout, Barleywine.
  – Hop-driven styles like Traditional Czech or German pilsner, Bitter, American pale ale, American IPA, Hazy IPA.
  – Yeast-driven styles like Weissbier, Dubbel, Tripel, Saison, Witbier.
  – Sour styles like Berliner weisse, Geuze (gueuze).

Sign up now and join us at Vitis House. It’s all you need to obtain this beginner-level certification!

Course Structure:

This qualification requires six hours of guided learning (in-classroom), including a 45-minute exam.  This course is hosted by one of our Certified Beer Educators and we will provide the tasting to enhance the learning and the experience.

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

Entry Requirements:

There are no pre-requisites for this qualification. The price includes WSET® Level 1 online access, classes, Vitis House mock-up exam questions, support from our educator, the exam, certificate, and a lapel pin (if you pass the examination).

Vitis House and WSET aim to assess all candidates in a manner that places them at no disadvantage or advantage compared to other candidates. If you have a reasonable adjustment request, please send us an email at least 45 calendar days before the course at cheers@vitishouse.com.

Certification:

At the end of the course, the student will take a 45-minute exam. The test consists of 30 multiple choice questions and the student will need at least 70% to pass the exam.

Re-sit available per request for $125.00

WSET Students Cancellations/Refunds:

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If you are eager to increase your knowledge and appreciation of beer, this new intermediate level qualification is for you. This in-classroom course at Vitis House will help you understand how key ingredients and production processes influence the flavor profile and quality of beer. This course is perfect for serious beer lovers or beer professionals. Upon completion, you will gain a recognized qualification and the skills to select, taste, and describe beers with confidence.

What You’ll Learn:

The WSET Level 2 Award in Beer focuses on how key ingredients and production processes influence the style and quality of beer. It will also teach you how to taste, describe, and evaluate the quality of beer using the Systemic Approach to Tasting Beer chart. If you are a beer or hospitality professional, you will be able to offer significant guidance on production, selection, and service to colleagues and customers. If you are a beer enthusiast, you will know exactly what to look for when buying and serving beer for any occasion.

What’s Covered?

• The main ingredients used in beer production, how they are processed, and their influence on the style of beer produced: Malt and adjuncts, water, hops, and other flavorings, yeast, and bacteria.
• How production influence the style and quality of the beer: alcoholic fermentation process, brewing process, brewing equipment, beer production options, spontaneous and mixed culture fermentation options.
• The key principles and processes involved in: conditions for storage, packaging and shelf life, service temperatures, glassware, beer on tap, bottled beer, common faults, beer and food.
• How over 60 beer styles are produced and labeled and their typical characteristics: Malt-driven lagers, malt-driven ales, hop-driven lagers, hop-driven ales, yeast-driven ales, mixed fermentation styles, other speciality beers.

Course Structure:

This qualification requires a minimum of 28 hours of study time (16 hours in-classroom, 11 hours of private study, and a one-hour exam). This course will give you access to our quizzes and all the tastings provided both days.  We want you to learn and pass!

For more information and full details on the course, please download the Specification Sheet and the SAT for this level.

Assessment:

Your learning will be assessed by a closed-book exam of 50 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 60 minutes. You will take the exam at the end of the second day of the course. WSET is committed to making our exams fair and accessible and ensuring that no candidate is placed at a disadvantage. If you have any special requirements or need to request reasonable adjustments, please reach out to us via email at cheers@vitishouse.com.

Entry Requirements:

This qualification is suitable for beginners as well as those with some foundational beer knowledge. If you are completely new to the world of beer, we recommend starting with the WSET Level 1 Award in Beer, though this is not a requirement.  If you decide to skip Level 1, we strongly recommend you to read the book 2-3 times before the day of the course.

Certification:

At the end of the course, the student will take a 45-minute exam.  The test consists of 30 multiple choice questions and the student will need at least 70% to pass the exam.

This qualification is graded:

• Pass: 55% – 69%
• Pass with Merit: 70% – 84%
• Pass with Distinction: 85% or more

WSET Students Cancellations/Refunds:

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Learn more about what we will cover during the class here. Find out if this course is right for you. Take the Level 1 Award in Spirits quiz here.

Price includes the WSET® Level 1 Award in Spirits study guide, tuition, printed materials, exam, certificate and lapel pin (if you pass the examination). Tasting provided by Glass Revolution Imports. For all spirits qualifications, we use WSET ISO glasses to provide students with the proper tasting glasses to use during class.

Assessment is by a closed-book exam of 30 multiple-choice questions to be completed within 45 minutes. The assessment will take place on the same date as the class, at the end of the day. A total mark of 70% is required to achieve a pass. All students who pass will be issued with a certificate and will receive a lapel pin.

Event Details:

Date: Multiple Dates Available
Start time: 9:30 a.m.
End time: 4:30 p.m.
Venue: The Loading Dock Classroom – (Parking available but Uber/Lyft is recommended)
Address: 1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604, USA
Email: cheers@vitishouse.com

What you’ll learn:

You will learn the basic principles of spirit production, the main types and styles of spirits, how to serve spirits, factors affecting the flavour of spirits and how to describe spirits using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits® (SAT).

Find out if this course is right for you. Take the Level 1 Award in Spirits quiz here.

Course Structure:

One day of class, from 9:30am – 4:30pm. Test will be at the end of the class.

For detailed information please check the course specification on the official WSET website.

Entry Requirements:

There are no requirements for this qualification, but the student must be of legal drinking age in order to participate in the tasting. About 8-12 sprits are tasted during the course.

Price includes the WSET® Level 1 study guide, all wines, tuition, printed materials, exam, certificate and lapel pin (if you pass the examination).

For all WSET® Spirits in-classroom qualifications, we use ISO glasses during class.

Certification:

This level has a minimum requirement of six hours of study time, in classroom. After class, the student will take a 45-minute test. The test consists of 30 multiple choice questions and the student will need at least 70% to pass the exam.

Re-sit available per request for $125.00

WSET Students Cancellations/Refunds:

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