Course Format
4 instructor-led class sessions (2 hours each) held via Zoom web conferencing, with access to an online course containing activities to guide your studies between class sessions.
Course Duration
Students will begin their course of study once they register for the unit and receive their course materials. Students should expect to study for a minimum of 30 hours over a period of about 2 months.
Course Materials
Upon registration students will receive access to the WSET's digital study guide, which will be the main source of study material for this unit. Students will also have access to the WSET’s Online Global Campus and Feedback Testing Classroom where students can access supplemental learning material & mock exams. NVWA also provides supplemental learning materials such as videos, mock questions, and guided reading questions.
Exam
D4 Sparkling Wines is assessed by means of a 90-minute written exam consisting of multiple-part open-response style questions and a blind tasting of 3 sparkling wines. THE EXAM MUST BE TAKEN IN NAPA, CA ON THE EXAM DATE ASSOCIATED WITH YOUR ENROLLED COURSE.
Course & Dates:
November 13, 2023-January 23, 2024
Exam Date: January 24, 2024 (June 12, 2024 and October 22, 2024 exams also available with prior notice)
Registration Deadline: October 13, 2023
Webinar Times: 5-7pm PST on Thursdays
Webinar Dates: 11/16/2023, 11/30/23, 12/14/23, 1/4/2024
April 1, 2024-June 11, 2024
Exam Date: June 12, 2024 (October 22, 2024 and January 3, 2025 exams also available with prior notice)
Registration Deadline: March 15, 2024
Webinar Times: 5-7pm PST on Thursdays
Webinar Dates: 4/4/24, 4/18/24, 5/2/24, 5/16/24
August 12, 2024-October 21, 2024
Exam Date: October 22, 2024 (January 3, 2025 and other 2025 exams also available with prior notice)
Registration Deadline: July 12, 2024
Webinar Times: 5-7pm PST on Thursdays
Webinar Dates: 8/15/24, 8/29/24, 9/12/24, 9/26/24
November 4, 2024-January 21, 2025
Exam Date: January 22, 2025 (Later 2025 exams also available with prior notice)
Registration Deadline: October 4, 2024
Webinar Times: 5-7pm PST on Thursdays
Webinar Dates: 11/7/24, 11/21/24, 12/5/24, 12/19/24
