WSET Level 3 Wines Course
AC 726 AM
In 15 classes, 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.
September 16, 2026 - January 27, 2027
Wednesdays, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Classroom Course
International Wine Center
350 7th Avenue, Suite 1201
New York, NY 10001$2208
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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 serve.
- Select and complete the corresponding Enrollment Agreement for your course– Sign three times on second page.
- This must be completed. You will need to upload it during the registration process.
Pricing Details
Registration Fee: $100
Study Kit: $198
Exam: $382
Tuition: $1528
Total: $2208
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
Mock Exam Date: Wednesday, January 6, 2027, at 10:30am
Exam Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2027
Time: 10:30am – 1:00pm
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: January 7, 2027
Detailed Course Schedule
Session:1
Date:Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Topic:Course induction and Tasting Technique.
Chap. 1-3
VIDEO: Rules of Wine LabellingSession:2
Date:Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Topic:Natural and Human Factors in the Vineyard.
Chap. 4-6Session:3
Date:Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Topic:Human Factors in the Winery that Influence Style, Quality and Price.
Chap. 7-11Session:4
Date:Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Topic:The White Wines of Burgundy, the Loire Valley and Bordeaux.
Chap. 8, 13-15, 18
VIDEOs: Bordeaux Classification, Burgundy AppellationsSession:5
Date:Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Topic:The White Wines of Germany, Alsace and the Tokaj region of Hungary.
Chap. 8, 17, 22-25.
VIDEO: Alsatian Appellations, German Wine Laws, Austrian Wine Laws, Tokaj Sweet Wine LawsSession:6
Date:Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Topic:Red & Rosé Wines of Bordeaux, South West France, and the Loire Valley.
Chap. 9, 12-14, 18
VIDEOS: French Wine Laws, Bordeaux ClassificationSession:7
Date:Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Topic:Red Wines of Burgundy and Beaujolais, Red and White Wine of the Northern Rhône Valley.
Chap. 9, 15-16, 19
VIDEO: Hierarchy of Burgundy AppellationsSession:8
Date:Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Topic:Red, White and Rosé Wines of Southern Rhône Valley, Southern France, Red Wines of Mediterranean Spain, White Wines of Spain and Portugal.
Chap. 9, 20-21, 30-31Session:9
Date:Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Topic:Red Wines of Northern Spain, Red & White Wines of Northern Italy.
Chap. 26-27
VIDEO: Spanish Wine LawsSession:10
Date:Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Topic:Red & White Wines of Central & Southern Italy, Portuguese Reds, Greek Reds & Whites.
Chap. 25, 28-29, 31.
VIDEOS: Italian and Greek Wine LawsSession:11
Date:Wednesday, November 25, 2026
Topic:No Class This Week
Session:12
Date:Wednesday, December 2, 2026
Topic:Premium Red Wine Regions of North America, Australia and New Zealand.
Chap. 32-35, 38-40
VIDEOS: USA and Canada Wine Laws and Australia Wine LawsSession:13
Date:Wednesday, December 9, 2026
Topic:Premium White Wine Regions of North America, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
Chap. 32-35, 38-40
VIDEOS: USA and Canada Wine Laws, South Africa, Australia Wine LawsSession:14
Date:Wednesday, December 16, 2026
Topic:South America; Regional Specialties of the New World.
Chap. 36-37
VIDEO: ChileSession:15
Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2026
Topic:No Class This Week
Session:16
Date:Wednesday, December 30, 2026
Topic:No Class This Week
Session:17
Date:Wednesday, January 6, 2027
Topic:Bonus Session - Practice Exam: Tasting & SWA Theory
Session:18
Date:Wednesday, January 13, 2027
Topic:Sparkling Wines
Chap. 41-42Session:19
Date:Wednesday, January 20, 2027
Topic:Fortified Wines
Chap. 43-45Session:20
Date:Wednesday, January 27, 2027
Topic:L3 Exam - Wednesday, January 27, 2027 at 10:30am
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Materials
Any wine-tasting content that applies to topics covered in video webinar sessions will be provided in-person when circumstances permit.
Study pack contents:
- Textbook: Understanding Wines – Explaining Style & Quality
- Course Specification booklet
- Student Workbook
- Laminated SAT Card
Refund Policy & Student Disclosure
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