WSET Level 3 Award in Wines Intensive

$1695.00 – 4 day in person course with wine samples

Includes all WSET study materials, 4 full-day in person sessions guided by a WSET Diploma certified instructor, two preparatory Zoom sessions in advance of the in person course, wine tasting samples selected by Jay Youmans MW, the final exam, and a digital certificate and digital badge for those who pass the exam.

Schedule

Thursday, June 4: Zoom session from 6:30p – 9:30pm – Introduction to the Level 3 Wine curriculum and exam format.
Monday, June 15: Zoom session from 6:30pm – 9:30pm – Study recap and pre-intensive weekend preparation.
Thursday, June 25 : Class meets in person from 9:00am – 4:00pm with a short break for lunch
Friday, June 26: Class meets in person from 9:00am – 4:00pm with a short break for lunch
Saturday, June 27: Class meets in person from 9:00am – 4:00pm with a short break for lunch.
Sunday, June 28: Class meets in person from 9:00am – 4:00pm with a short break for lunch, followed by the exam for those eligible from 6:00pm – 8:30pm.
Tuesday, July 21: 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM exam for post June 11 registrants, or for pre-June 12 registrants who wish to take the exam on this date/time.

**Students who register for the course after each of the Zoom sessions mentioned above will receive a link to a recording of the Zoom session upon registration.

Participants who register for the course on or before June 11 will have the option to take the exam at the end of class on June 28 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm or on Tuesday, July 21 at 2:00 PM. Participants who register for this course after June 11 will not be eligible to take the exam on June 28; these participants will be scheduled to take the exam on July 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM.

This is an advanced level qualification for professionals working in the wine industry and for wine enthusiasts. It is recommended that you hold the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge before enrolling in this course.

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.

You will learn:

The key factors in the production of wine: location, grape growing, winemaking, maturation and bottling

How these key factors influence the key characteristics of the principal still wines of the world; sparkling wines of the world; and fortified wines of the world

How to apply your understanding to explain wine style and quality

How to taste wines, describe their characteristics and evaluate their quality, using the WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)

Recommended Learning Hours for this qualification: 32.5 Guided Learning Hours (including 2.5 hours for the examination) and 51.5 hours of private study.

We recommend reviewing the specification for the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines prior to your course; you may click here to download a PDF of the WSET Level 3 Wine specification.

Study Materials

Study materials will be mailed to students via USPS Priority Mail on May 18, and weekly thereafter for new registrants. Due to the condensed nature of our intensive courses, it is recommended that students register early enough to receive their textbook in the initial mailing.  Advanced reading of the textbook prior to the 4-day in person course weekend is recommended, as is a review of the specification linked to above.

Students who register on or after June 18 will need to come to the school to pick up their study materials by appointment if they wish to receive them ahead of the first in person class session, or they may receive them the morning of the first in person class session.

Exam Information 

• As mentioned above, participants who register for this course on or before June 11 may take the exam on June 28 from 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM, or on July 21 from 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
• Participants who register for this course after June 11 will not be eligible to take the exam on June 28 and will take the exam on July 21 from 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
• The exam consists of two parts: A 30 minute blind tasting evaluation of two wines, followed by a 2 hour theory exam with both multiple choice and open response questions.

Important note regarding fees associated with reschedules or cancellations: 

Students may reschedule their course at no charge if the request is made 15 or more days before the start of the 4-day in person session. A $60 rescheduling fee applies to requests made 2–14 days before the start of the 4-day in person session, and no rescheduling is permitted within 48 hours of the 4-day in person session. Students who wish to cancel and receive a refund may do so for a $75 fee if the request is made 15 or more days prior to the start of the 4-day in person session. Cancellations requested 10–14 days before the 4-day in person session incur a $105 fee, or a $240 fee if the study pack has already been mailed. No refunds are available for cancellations made within 10 days of the course start date.

Rescheduling of exams: Students who are unable to attend either of the scheduled exams associated with this course may request to reschedule for a future exam. The cost to reschedule a Level 3 exam is $275.00.

Lapel pins are available upon request for students who pass the exam. Pins may be picked up at a future event at the Capital Wine School or mailed within the U.S. for a $10 shipping and handling fee.

If you are purchasing this course as a gift for someone else and use your own email address so that the recipient does not receive a confirmation, you MUST email info@capitalwineschool.com after registering to provide us with the participant’s email address for exam registration purposes. Failure to provide the participant’s email address may cause problems with exam registration and certificate issuance.

To ensure a quality experience for all participants, each class or course requires a minimum number of registrations. If this minimum is not met, we may need to cancel the session. In such cases, registered students will be notified as soon as possible and provided with options for rescheduling or a full refund.

By purchasing your ticket(s), you agree to our payment, refund, cancellation, and reschedule policy.