Denver skyline, WSET Wine, Spirits, Beer, Sake courses and certification.

The Denver, Colorado WSET wine school campus is an extension of the globally recognized and award-winning Napa Valley Wine Academy. Offering students and wine lovers have access to a broad array of courses ranging from wine, spirits, beer and sake. 

In Denver we offer The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 – 3, as well as a host of regional and online courses perfect for the sommelier student, wine professional, or wine enthusiast who wants to learn more about wine, spirits, and sake.

Champagne Specialist Course: Understanding and Recommending Champagne logo featuring text on a black background, emphasizing professional training in Champagne wine assessment and recommendation.
Embark on a comprehensive two-day journey to master the nuances of Champagne with our Champagne Specialist Course, certified by the Comité Champagne. Day 1 (9:00am – 5:00pm) covers the rich history, production methods, and tasting techniques, providing a solid foundation in Champagne expertise. Day 2 (9:00am – 6:00pm) delves deeper into food pairings and recommendation strategies, culminating in a certification exam from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, ensuring you can confidently recommend and discuss Champagne.
$699.00 - $799.00
Woman smelling a glass of wine during WSET Level 1 Award In Wines | In-Person course, focusing on tasting and identifying wine types.
Our WSET Level 1 course gives you the basic skills to talk and taste like a professional. This course is designed to be hands-on and fun. You will explore different styles of wines through sight, smell, and taste and learn the fundamental principles involved in the storage and service of wine. Pass the Exam and Display 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!
$395.00 - $423.00
WSET Level 2 Award in Wine | In-Person: A man picking grapes from a vine, representing hands-on learning and deepening wine knowledge through guided tastings and expert instruction.
Enroll in the WSET Level 2 course to explore the world's wine styles and regions, and refine your tasting skills with guided tastings of approximately 30 wines. Join now and learn to identify principal grape varieties, decode wine labels, and master the WSET’s Level 2 Systematic Approach to Wine Tasting (SAT). 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!
$933.00