WSET Level 3 Wines Course
AC 427 INT
In 8 classes covering 16 sessions, this course expands on your Level 2 knowledge by exploring more wine regions and wines, while examining the influences that make each wine taste the way it does.
April 26, 2027 - June 21, 2027
Mondays, from 10:00am to 3:00pm*
*Class will run to 5:30pm on April 26 and to 6:30pm on June 7Classroom Course
International Wine Center
350 7th Avenue, Suite 1201
New York, NY 10001$2308
April 26, 2027 - June 21, 2027
Mondays, from 10:00am to 3:00pm*
*Class will run to 5:30pm on April 26 and to 6:30pm on June 7
$2308
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Registration Requirements
Entrance Requirements
- At least 21 years of age AND
- A passing grade in the WSET® Level 2 Intermediate Course in Wines & Spirits; OR
- Successful completion of the Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) course of the Society of Wine Educators; OR
- Successful completion of a WSET-sanctioned entrance exam
Complete Enrollment Agreement
Be sure to register early. Availability is first-come, first-served.
- Select and complete the corresponding Enrollment Agreement for your course– Sign once on second page where indicated.
- This must be completed. You will need to upload it during the registration process.
Pricing Details
Registration Fee: $100
Study Kit: $238
Exam: $402
Tuition: $1568
Total: $2308
Discounted fees are available to Classroom Assistants. These positions are limited in number and are granted at the discretion of International Wine Center.
Exam Date & Time
Practice Exam Date: Monday, June 7, 2027, 3:15pm – 6:30pm
Exam Date: Monday, June 21, 2027
Exam Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Format: Blind tasting exam: two wines, 30 minutes; Theory exam: 50 multiple choice questions and 4 short-written answer questions, in 2 hours
Exam Deferment Deadline: May 27, 2027
Detailed Course Schedule
Session:1
Date:Monday, April 26, 2027
Topic:Session 1- Course induction and Tasting Technique.
Session 2- Viticulture - Natural and Human Factors in the Vineyard.
Session 3- Viniculture - Human Factors in the Winery that Influence Style, Quality and Price.
Chapters 1-11
VIDEO: Rules of Wine Labelling
Session:2
Date:Monday, May 3, 2027
Topic:Session 4- The White Wines of Germany, Alsace and the Tokaj region of Hungary.
Session 5- The White Wines of Burgundy, the Loire Valley and Bordeaux.
Chapters 8, 13-15, 17-18, 22-25
VIDEO: Alsatian Appellations, German Wine
VIDEO: Bordeaux Classification, Burgundy
Session:3
Date:Monday, May 10, 2027
Topic:Session 6-Red & Rosé Wines of Bordeaux, South West France, and the Loire Valley
Session 7- Red Wines of Burgundy and Beaujolais, Red and White Wine of the Northern Rhône Valley
Chapters 9, 12-16, 18-19
VIDEOS: French Wine Laws, Bordeaux Classification
VIDEO: Hierarchy of Burgundy AppellationsSession:4
Date:Monday, May 17, 2027
Topic:Session 8- Red, White and Rosé Wines of Southern Rhône Valley, Southern France, Red Wines of Mediterranean Spain, White Wines of Spain and Portugal.
Session 9- Red Wines of Northern Spain, Red & White Wines of Northern Italy.
Chapters. 9, 20-21, 26-27, 30-31
VIDEO: Spanish Wine LawsSession:5
Date:Monday, May 24, 2027
Topic:Session 10-Red & White Wines of Central & Southern Italy, Portuguese Reds, Greek Reds & Whites.
Session 13- South America; Regional Specialties of the New World.
Chapters 25, 28-29, 31, 36-37
VIDEOS: Italian and Greek Wine Laws
VIDEO: ChileSession:6
Date:Monday, May 31, 2027
Topic:No Class This Week
Session:7
Date:Monday, June 7, 2027
Topic:Session 11- Premium Red Wine Regions of North America, Australia and New Zealand.
Session 12- Premium White Wine Regions of North America, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand
Bonus Session - Practice Exam: Tasting & SWA Theory
Chapters 32-35, 38-40
VIDEOS: USA and Canada Wine Laws, South Africa, Australia Wine LawsSession:8
Date:Monday, June 14, 2027
Topic:Session 14- Sparkling Wines
Session 15- Fortified Wines
Chapters 41-45
Session:9
Date:Monday, June 21, 2027
Topic:Level 3 Exam begins at 1:00pm
Check-in at 12:30pm
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Materials
Study pack contents:
- Textbook: Understanding Wines – Explaining Style & Quality
- Course Specification booklet
- Student Workbook
- Laminated SAT Card
Refund Policy & Student Disclosure
If your study plans are suddenly interrupted, you may seek a refund. When withdrawing from a class, please be aware that you must submit a written notice of withdrawal from the registered class and a written request for a refund. More details can be found by clicking the Refund Policy link.
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