WSET Level Three

The perfect base for attempting to pass this qualification is having already sat and passed WSET Level 2…

This is an in-depth course for Members who really want a solid grasp of wines and spirits of the world, up to a level of a professional sommelier.

The main focus for Level 2 is the grape varieties and the flavours of the wine produced by those varieties whereas Level 3 concentrates a lot more on the different countries and regions where those grapes are grown. It also covers all the main regions of sparkling wine production, fortified wines, spirits and liqueurs.

It will also go on to a more detailed approach of how to use the WSET SAT (Systematic Approach To Tasting) to assess and describe wines. This course will form a great basis for you to progress to WSET Level 4 Diploma Award In Wine and Spirits.

Programme Outline

  • Production of Wine (location, viticulture, vinification, maturation and bottling, labelling regulations)
  • France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Central and South Eastern Europe, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, North America, South and Central America
  • Sparkling Wines
  • Fortified (Liqueur) Wines
  • Spirits and Liqueurs
  • Information and Advice for Customers and Staff
  • Unit 2 – Tasting and Evaluating Wines of the World
  • WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting – how to taste wines and evaluate the quality, style and price

Examination

This unit is evaluated by a multiple choice paper of 50 questions and a question paper requiring short written answers. This level is also assessed by a blind tasting paper of two wines.

The Course

The course lasts just under a month, consisting of 9 teaching sessions with the final session being revision and examination.

Evening sessions will be held from 6:30pm until 9:30pm (Members are asked to arrive at 6.15pm for a prompt start at 6:30pm).

The fees include the WSET Level 3 study pack, sample tastings of around 60 different wines during the course and the WSET examination fees, certificate and lapel pin.

Monday 3rd July
Tuesday 4th July
Monday 10th July
Tuesday 11th July
Monday 17th July
Tuesday 18th July
Monday 24th July
Tuesday 25th July
Monday 31st July
Tuesday 1st August (exam)

£795.00

To be booked onto either Level 2 or Level 3, please email events@67pallmall.co.uk…

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