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WSET Level 4 Diploma | D5 Fortified Wine

WSET Level 4 Diploma | D5 Fortified Wine

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We are able to have wine kits shipped to the following states ONLY:AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MA, MI, MN, MO, NE, NH, NV, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, WY, and Wash DC.

NO SHIP LOCATIONS: International, AK, AR, CT, DE, HI, MS, MT, NJ, RI, SC, SD, UT, VT, and WV.

Embark on a comprehensive journey through the complex and nuanced world of fortified wines with the WSET Level 4 Diploma, Unit D5. This module provides an in-depth exploration of fortified wine styles, including Sherry, Port, Madeira, Vins Doux Naturels, and Rutherglen Muscat. Designed for wine professionals and enthusiasts, this course offers the specialized knowledge needed to master these unique wines.

As the largest and most awarded WSET provider in the USA, Napa Valley Wine Academy is recognized globally for excellence in wine education. With accolades such as the Riedel Global Wine Educator of the Year, we ensure the highest educational standards, supported by expert instructors and comprehensive digital resources.

  • Six detailed, instructor-led webinars delivered via Zoom
  • Access to the WSET's digital study guide and online classroom
  • Additional resources including videos, mock exams, and guided reading questions
  • Optional 18-bottle tasting kit for a hands-on learning experience at home
  • Recordings of all sessions for flexible learning
  • WINE KITS - Wine kits ordered >7 days before the course start date will be delivered by the course start. Wine kits ordered  <7 days of course start date will take 5-7 business days to get delivered. 

WSET Level 4 D5 Webinar Schedule

  • Course Start Date: April 7, 2025 6 sessions: 4/16/25, 4/23/25, 4/30/25, 5/7/25, 5/14/25, 5/21/25 (Wed 5-7 pm)

  • Course Start Date:  August 18, 2025 6 sessions: 8/20/25, 8/27/25, 9/3/25, 9/17/25, 9/24/25, 10/1/25 (Wed 5-7 pm)

  • Course Start Date: November 3, 2025 6 sessions: 11/5/25, 11/12/25, 11/19/25, 12/3/25, 12/10/25, 12/17/25 (Wed 5-7 pm)

The course covers the production techniques, cultural significance, and sensory evaluation of fortified wines. Through guided tastings using the optional wine kit and expert instruction, students will learn to identify and assess the quality and style of various fortified wines.

  • Online interactive webinars with an in-person exam in Napa, California

Completion of Units D1 and D2 of the WSET Level 4 Diploma is required before enrolling in this course.

  • Engage with peers and instructors through the WSET Online Global Campus
  • Take advantage of additional preparatory materials and mock exams to ensure exam readiness

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 Wednesdays

Webinar Dates: 11/15/2023, 11/29/23, 12/6/23, 12/13/23, 12/20/23, 1/3/2024

Course Dates: 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 Wednesdays
Webinar Dates: 4/3/24, 4/10/24, 4/17/24, 5/1/24, 5/8/24, 5/15/24

Course Dates: 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 Wednesdays
Webinar Dates: 8/14/24, 8/21/24, 8/28/24, 9/11/24, 9/18/24, 9/25/24

Course Dates: 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: 11/6/24, 11/13/24, 11/20/24, 12/4/24, 12/11/24, 12/18/24


Enhance your professional wine credentials with the WSET Level 4 Diploma at Napa Valley Wine Academy. Here, your passion for wine education will evolve into expertise, enabling you to excel in the wine industry.

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