A Companion to the Master Kit! Long-anticipated, the New Oak Casks Kit has been in R&D for over a decade, and now it is finally available for sale! The only instrument that will help you identify and memorize the 12 distinctive and most common aromas found in oak cask aged wine!! After two centuries of life, the heart of the oak tree gives soul to the wine and raises it to the ranks of the aristocracy.

Discover six aromas found in a wide range of wines. To fix them in your mind is to give yourself the chance to recognize them when you find them in wines. A gift for the wine enthusiast or beginner that will win over both heart and taste buds.

Online – Self-paced and included FREE if enrolled in D5 with NVWA. Be Prepared with our WSET Diploma D5 Fortified Wines - Practice Questions. This online workshop helps you to understand what examiners are asking for and perfect your timing so you can feel confident on test day.

WSET Diploma D4 Sparkling Wines - Practice Questions is an interactive module crafted for candidates aiming to excel in the WSET Level 4 Diploma D4 examination. This dynamic online tool offers a simulated exam experience, enabling you to refine your test-taking strategies, enhance your timing, and deepen your understanding of what examiners expect.

A pivotal resource for students preparing for the WSET Level 4 Diploma, focusing on the D3 Unit: Wines of the World. Our WSET Diploma D3 Wines of the World – Practice Questions are meticulously designed to mirror the intensity and scope of the actual Diploma exam, offering a rigorous training ground for aspiring wine experts. Enrolled in D3 with NVWA? This workshop is included FREE!

Introducing the WSET Diploma D2 Wine Business – Practice Questions, an essential interactive module for candidates pursuing the prestigious WSET Level 4 Diploma. Designed to focus on the D2 unit on Wine Business, this tool provides two comprehensive mock exams that mirror the actual exam structure.

Embark on your journey towards one of the most prestigious wine certifications globally—the WSET Level 4 Diploma. Begin with the D1 Unit on Wine Production, which is crucial for mastering the foundation of wine knowledge. Our online mock exam prep module is meticulously designed to bolster your preparation for the D1 Wine Production Exam.

The WSET Level 3 Exam Prep Workshop is a crucial stepping stone for anyone aiming to conquer the challenging WSET Level 3 certification. This comprehensive two-day virtual workshop is designed to sharpen your abilities in the critical examination success areas: the tasting exam and the short written answer section of the theory exam.

Most Italian wine certifications are designed for experts, but we developed Discovering Italian Wine to provide a fun, unpressured introduction for those just getting started on their wine journey. This course is ideal for people in wine service or sales who want to advance their careers or enthusiasts who want to enhance their experience in Italian wine.

Argentina Wine – A Complete Certification Course on the Wines and Wine Regions of Argentina The Argentina Wine Specialist™️ is the first and only certification course endorsed by the Wines of Argentina trade organization.  The course and certification give you the knowledge you need to confidently master the wines and wine regions of Argentina and to earn your AWS postnominal and certification.

Master the basics of deductive wine tasting with Master Sommelier Tim Gaiser. This beginner-friendly course breaks down the sommelier tasting method so you can confidently identify grape varieties, describe wine aromas and structure, and detect common wine faults.

See Oregon Wine Through Expert Eyes Oregon is known for great wine — but few understand why it’s so special. The Oregon Wine Expert™ course, created by Master of Wine Bree Stock, reveals the people, places, and innovations that make this region extraordinary. Learn at your own pace through seven interactive modules, exploring over 70 grape varieties and nearly 800 wineries. This is the first and only certification focused solely on Oregon wines — designed to fit busy lives and deepen your expertise. Earn your OWE postnominal and speak about Oregon’s wines with confidence, clarity, and authority.

See Napa Like Never Before Most people know Napa by its labels — not its layers. The Napa Valley Wine Expert™ course, led by Master of Wine Peter Marks, uncovers the soils, climates, and stories that make Napa legendary. It’s the first and only certification fully devoted to this iconic region, designed to give you deep, insider-level understanding and credibility. Learn online at your own pace for 12 months, and earn your NVWE postnominal upon completion. Perfect for professionals and passionate wine lovers alike — this is where your true Napa journey begins.

The Business of Wine Online course offered by the Napa Valley Wine Academy is a comprehensive online program designed to transform a passion for wine into a profitable venture. Covering all aspects of the wine business, from vineyard economics to market strategies, this course is led by Master of Wine Tim Hanni.

Wine 201 is designed to give you a deeper exploration of wine with an emphasis on wines relevant to the American market. Designed for both enthusiasts and professionals, this course provides the building blocks for continual exploration.  You’ll navigate the wines of the world with Jess Helfand, a certified WSET instructor, and Diploma graduate. 

Begin your WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wine with D1 – Wine Production, and unlock how wine is made. Discover how every decision impacts the wine’s style, quality, and price from the vineyard to the cellar. Enroll now and transform your passion for wine into a profound understanding that sets you apart in the wine world.

D2 Wine Business dives more deeply into the factors that contribute to the price of wine. You’ll also understand the many types of businesses engaged in the production of wine, available options for getting wine to the point of sale, and key considerations in wine marketing. Prerequisites: You must have taken the D1 exam to start D2 (receipt of results not required).

In the WSET Level 4 D3 Wines of the World class, students examine the still wines produced in France, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Greece, Italy, Spain, Portugal, USA, Canada, Chile, Argentina, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and China. Prerequisites: You must have taken the D1 and D2 exams (receipt of results not required).

Through detailed theoretical and practical study, explore the sparkling wines produced in France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the UK, the USA, South America, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. Prerequisites: You must have taken the D1 and D2 exams (receipt of results not required). 

Diploma’s Unit 5 offers a detailed exploration of the often overlooked world of fortified wines: Sherry, Port, Madeira, Vins Doux Naturels and Rutherglen Muscat. Prerequisites: You must have taken the D1 and D2 exams (receipt of results not required).

While Diploma’s Unit 6 is an independent project, our proprietary online classroom offers resources to ensure your paper meets WSET expectations. WSET releases two topics each August, allowing students to pick ONE. This year’s topics include "Virginia Wine" (due January 31, 2025) or "PIWI Grape Varieties (due July 31, 2025). If you don’t like either of the two available topics, you can wait until the next academic year for two new topics to be released.

Wine Selection: A curated collection of rosé wines that represent a spectrum of flavors, structure and regions, perfect for both calibration and evaluation.

Wine Selection: A curated collection of white wines that represent a spectrum of flavors, structure and regions, perfect for both calibration and evaluation.

A beginner-level introduction for those starting a career in the industry or pursuing an interest in sake. If you’re new to the subject, this qualification offers a hands-on introduction through sight, smell, and taste. You’ll explore the main styles and types of sake and develop an understanding of the critical factors affecting flavors and aromas. Once you pass the exam you can display your credentials instantly! You'll get a digital badge and certificate to celebrate your accomplishment. Share it instantly on LinkedIn, social media, or with your professional network to showcase your achievement!

Your enchanting journey through South Africa’s Cape Winelands awaits with a week packed. with extraordinary experiences, guided by the expertise of Fiona McDonald, know affectionately as the “Wonder Woman of Wine” The adventure starts in South Africa’s most famous wine region, Stellenbosch. An introduction to South African Wine at the renowned Cape Wine Academy promises an enriching experience designed to acquaint participants with the rich heritage and diversity of South Africa’s wine industry. This unique cultural immersion is sure to intrigue and captivate.

Prepare to embark on a tantalizing journey of flavor and knowledge with the Napa Valley Wine Academy and our Official Bourgogne Ambassador, Christian Oggenfuss, dipWSET! This isn’t your run-of-the-mill wine tour but a thrilling, immersive 5-day, 6-night exploration of the world-renowned wine region of Bourgogne, “Burgundy”, in the heart of France. This all-inclusive, educational extravaganza is exclusively curated for dedicated wine enthusiasts and students of WSET Levels 2-4, CSW, FWS, and Sommeliers seeking an intimate, in-depth understanding of this famous wine region.

Immerse yourself in a sensory journey of tastes, sights, and experiences alongside the eminent Anna Savino, lauded by Forbes Magazine as the Queen of Piemonte Wine Knowledge! Your adventure unfolds in the globally revered wine region of Piemonte, known for its stellar viticultural prowess

Step into the heart of Mendoza's wine region with the "Argentina Study Trip 2025", a distinctively curated journey designed for just 14 serious wine enthusiasts and students. This tour, meticulously crafted by the award-winning Napa Valley Wine Academy, aims to expand your understanding of Argentina's revered wine industry. Tailored for those pursuing WSET Levels 2-4 or training to be a sommelier, this unique experience promises to deepen your knowledge and appreciation of the craft that embodies Argentinian winemaking. Starting from the plush Huentala Hotel, the week-long odyssey offers an immersive exploration of Mendoza's viniculture world. Guided by Catherine Bugué, co-founder and Vice President of Eduction for the Napa Valley Wine Academy, expect to gain exclusive insights into Argentina's iconic wineries through intimate tastings with visionaries like Jose "Pepe" Galante, and educational workshops at Argentina's premier sommelier school.

Embrace the essence of Napa Valley with our exclusive custom-designed Napa Valley Wine Academy sticker. This vibrant and colorful sticker showcases the scenic beauty of Napa Valley with its iconic vineyards, rolling hills, and hot air balloons gracefully floating in the sky.

Join us for an unforgettable seven days / six night visit to the prestigious Champagne region. Our trip will be led by Sandrine Audegond, DipWSET. As a buyer at Fauchon, her 800 bottle list won several awards including a French oenologist prize. She has specialized in trading great wines from Burgundy, Champagne, Bordeaux and worked in Chablis as a brand ambassador. Since 2016, Sandrine has been teaching oenology to future professionals. She is an accomplished author of wine and gastronomy. Her book Le Gout de Paris received the French prestiges award Prix Rungis des Gourmets.

We offer wine kits to go with WSET courses as an optional add-on. Wine kit includes 6 x 100 ml bottles (two small tastings) and they are designed to last for 12 months. If you didn’t order the wine kit with your course yet, you can purchase it separately while the stock lasts.

We offer wine kits to go with WSET courses as an optional add-on. Wine kit includes 12 x 100 ml bottles (two small tastings) and they are designed to last for 12 months. If you didn’t order the wine kit with your course yet, you can purchase it separately while the stock lasts.

We offer wine kits to go with WSET courses as an optional add-on. If you didn’t order the wine kit with your course yet, you can purchase it separately while the stock lasts. The WSET Level 4 D1 Wine Production wine kit is only available with the purchase of the corresponding course. Please enroll in the upcoming online course and select the 'Add Wine Kit' option during checkout or purchase stand alone for your course!

We offer wine kits to go with WSET courses as an optional add-on. If you didn’t order the wine kit with your course yet, you can purchase it separately while the stock lasts. The WSET Level 4 D3 Wines of the World wine kit is only available with the purchase of the corresponding course. Please enroll in the upcoming online course and select the 'Add Wine Kit' option during checkout. 

We offer wine kits to go with WSET courses as an optional add-on. If you didn’t order the wine kit with your course yet, you can purchase it separately while the stock lasts.  The WSET Level 4 D5 Fortified Wines wine kit is only available with the purchase of the corresponding course. Please enroll in the upcoming online course and select the 'Add Wine Kit' option during checkout. 

We offer wine kits to go with WSET courses as an optional add-on. Wine kit includes 24 x 100 ml bottles (two small tastings) and they are designed to last for 12 months. If you didn’t order the wine kit with your course yet, you can purchase it separately while the stock lasts.

Show your pride in wine education with the NVWA Black Baseball Cap, featuring our signature NVWA patch. This stylish and comfortable cap is perfect for any wine enthusiast or professional looking to represent Napa Valley Wine Academy with flair.

Celebrate your connection to the Napa Valley Wine Academy with this beautifully crafted NVWA Embroidered Patch. Designed to capture the essence of Napa Valley, this vibrant patch can be easily heat-applied to any fabric or garment, allowing you to customize your favorite apparel or accessories with a touch of wine country flair.