WSET Level 3 Wines Archives - Vitis House Wine School: WSET & WSG Courses, Wines & Spirits Classes Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:16:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 170508878 WSET® Level 3 Award in Wines https://www.vitishouse.com/product/wset-level-3-award-wines/ Sat, 24 Aug 2024 15:04:53 +0000 https://www.vitishouse.com/?post_type=product&p=15855 The WSET Level 3 Award in Wines is one of the most respected wine certifications in the industry. This advanced course will strengthen your tasting skills so you can confidently describe a wine’s style, origin, and quality – even when tasting it blind. You’ll explore the world’s major wine regions, key grape varieties, vineyard practices, and winemaking techniques, all of which will help you understand exactly why a particular wine tastes the way it does. At Vitis House we want you to succeed, which is why we host a complimentary online prep class before each Level 3 begins to help you feel confident from day one!

Price includes study materials, tuition, exam, certificate, and pin (if passed).

Need to sign up for the L3 exam?

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What will you learn?

This comprehensive program will turn you into a certified wine expert. Join a passionate wine community and level up your expertise!

Course Level

Advanced

Format

5 days in person,
55 hrs. of private study

Wines

Taste 55+ wines

Exam

Blind tasting
Theory exam
(3 hours)

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

Course Structure

5 days of intensive professional training built on WSET’s globally recognized methodology

Day 1

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Course introduction and the Systematic Approach to Tasting. Natural and human factors influencing the vineyard and the winery. White wines of Germany, Alsace, Austria, and Tokaj.

Day 2

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

White and red wines of Burgundy, the Loire Valley, Bordeaux, the Rhone Valley, and the South of France.

Day 3

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Spain and Portugal. Northern, Central, and Southern Italy. Greece, New Zealand, and the United States.

Day 4

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Australia, South Africa, Chile, Argentina, Sparkling and Fortified Wines.

Day 5

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Exam day

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Requirements and Preparation

Preparation

E-Book or printed book included. Shipping fee required if mailed. We support your studies with quizzes and extra learning tools.

Requirements

  • Minimum age: 21+ years old
  • WSET Level 2 certification suggested
  • Valid ID for the day of the exam

Note: We recommend that you hold WSET L2, CMS L2, or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge. Please review the course specifications or contact us via email for more information.

Exam Format

  • Tasting exam

    30 minutes

    Format:

    2 wines

  • Theory exam

    2 hours

    Format:

    50 multiple-choice questions and essay questions.

You must score at least 55 % in each part to pass overall.

Locations

  • Raleigh, NC
  • Norfolk, VA

Parking available but Uber/Lyft is recommended

More Details

Questions? We’re happy to help—contact us at cheers@vitishouse.com

Registrations

Closes 15 days before the course start date

Cancellations

All sales are final once students receive course documents via email

Transfers

Accepted 45+ days before the course starts. Fees may apply.

Full terms and conditions

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]]> 15855 WSET® Level 3 in Wines ONLINE https://www.vitishouse.com/product/wset-level-3-award-in-wines-online/ Tue, 12 Mar 2024 22:24:52 +0000 https://www.vitishouse.com/?post_type=product&p=7772 The WSET® Level 3 Award in Wines is one of the most respected wine certifications in the industry. This advanced course will strengthen your tasting skills so you can confidently describe a wine’s style, origin, and quality – even when tasting it blind. You’ll explore the world’s major wine regions, key grape varieties, vineyard practices, and winemaking techniques, all of which will help you understand exactly why a particular wine tastes the way it does. Start Level 3 with confidence at your own pace—because your success matters. Complimentary online prep classes and quizzes are included.

Price includes study materials, tuition, exam, certificate, and pin (upon passing exam).

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What will you learn?

Dive into the full journey of wine—from vineyard decisions to production techniques—and understand how these factors shape style, quality, and price, while building the ability to assess wines with confidence using the Level 3 SAT.

Course Level

Advanced

Format

9 weeks online at your own pace + 55 hours of independent study

Wines

Recommended tasting samples will be shared during the course

Exam

In-person only. Schedule with us. Details below

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

Course Structure

9 weeks of professional training using WSET methodology, totaling 90 hours

Module 1

Exploring style, quality, and price (Part 1)

Module 2

Exploring style, quality, and price (Part 2)

Module 3

Exploring the still wines of Europe (Part 1)

Module 4

Exploring the still wines of Europe (Part 2)

Module 5

Exploring the still wines of Europe (Part 3)

Module 6

Exploring the still wines of Europe (Part 4)

Module 7

Exploring the still wines from the rest of the world (Part 1)

Module 8

Exploring the still wines from the rest of the world (Part 2)

Module 9

Sparkling and fortified wines

Exam

Students will need to register for their in-person exams through Vitis House. Please contact us at cheers@vitishouse.com for details.

BOOK NOW

Requirements and Preparation

Preparation

E-Book or printed book included. Shipping fee required if mailed. We support your studies with quizzes and extra learning tools.

Requirements

  • Minimum age: 21+ years old
  • WSET Level 2 certification suggested
  • Valid ID for the day of the exam

Note: We recommend that you hold WSET L2, CMS L2, or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge. Please review the course specifications or contact us via email for more information.

Exam Format

Exam must be taken in person.

  • Tasting exam

    30 minutes

    Format:

    2 wines

  • Theory exam

    2 hours

    Format:

    50 multiple-choice questions and essay questions.

You must score at least 55 % in each part to pass overall.

Locations

Online—at your own pace

More Details

Questions? We’re happy to help—contact us at cheers@vitishouse.com

Registrations

Closes one week before the start of the course

Cancellations

All sales are final once students receive course documents via email

Transfers

No changes or cancellations are allowed after registration is completed

Full terms and conditions

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