San Antonia, TX

Napa Valley Wine Academy’s San Antonio, Texas, wine school is an extension of the globally recognized and award-winning Napa Valley Wine Academy. Located at The Board Couple, where Elite Team Of Board Artists And Luxe Delivery Installers capture their passion and art of charcuterie and pairings. Professional wine students and wine lovers have access to a broad array of courses, including The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 – 3 in (wine, spirits, beer and sake). Perfect for corporate training, sommelier students, wine professionals, bartenders, or wine enthusiasts who want to learn more about wine, spirits, beer and sake.

Any business or group with at least 10 participants can book a custom course here.

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WSET Level 3 Online Course + in-person exam in San Antonio

WSET Level 3 Award in Wine exam 6/8/2025

WSET Level 3 Award in Wine exam 9/14/2025

WSET Level 3 Award in Wine exam 12/07/2025

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Exam location: The Board Couple, 2218 N Zarzamora, San Antonio, TX 78201

WSET Level 1 Wine Online | Instructor-Led Course

Our WSET Level 1 course will help you begin to talk and taste like a professional. Gain the basic skills to describe wines accurately. Have a systematic approach to tasting and identifying wine types. Know the fundamental principles of food and wine pairing. 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!

WSET Level 1 Award In Wines | In-Person

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!

Woman enjoying a glass of wine during the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines online course.

WSET Level 1 Award in Wine | 1 Day Virtual

This hands-on course teaches students to understand more about wine through sight, smell, and taste. By the end of the WSET level 1 course, you’ll be able to taste wine using a systematic approach and be able to identify the main styles of wine. You’ll also learn the key principles of food and wine pairing. 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!

WSET Level 1 Wine Online | On-Demand Course

Perfect for self-motivated individuals who value independence, flexibility, and personalized learning experiences. Embark on your ultimate self-guided wine education journey with our Solo (WSET Level 1) learning path. Designed for the independent learner, this course offers unparalleled flexibility and freedom to explore the world of wine at your own pace. Whether you’re a busy professional, a wine enthusiast with an unpredictable schedule, or someone who prefers personalized learning, this course adapts to your lifestyle. Enjoy instant access to comprehensive lecture videos, engaging interactive activities, and helpful graded tasting and theory assignments with automatic feedback. No scheduling conflicts, no set meeting times – just pure, self-directed wine education whenever and wherever suits you best.

WSET Level 2 Wine Online | On-Demand Course

Perfect for self-motivated individuals who value independence, flexibility, and personalized learning experiences. Embark on your ultimate self-guided wine education journey with our Solo (WSET Level 2) learning path. Designed for the independent learner, this course offers unparalleled flexibility and freedom to explore the world of wine at your own pace. Whether you’re a busy professional, a wine enthusiast with an unpredictable schedule, or someone who prefers personalized learning, this course adapts to your lifestyle. Enjoy instant access to comprehensive lecture videos, engaging interactive activities, and helpful graded tasting and theory assignments with automatic feedback. No scheduling conflicts, no set meeting times – just pure, self-directed wine education whenever and wherever suits you best.

WSET Level 2 Wine Online | Instructor-Led Course

Dive into the exciting world of wines with our interactive WSET Level 2 Wine Online course, designed to be both educational and enjoyable. You’ll master the art of identifying key grape varieties, understanding wine labels, and enhancing your tasting skills with the WSET’s Systematic Approach to Tasting. 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!

WSET Level 3 Wine Online | Instructor-Led Course

Embark on a comprehensive journey through the world of wine with our WSET Level 3 Wine Online course. You’ll gain a deep understanding of wide grape varieties and the factors influencing wine style and quality across the globe, equipping you with the knowledge to assess and explain wine like a professional.

WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits | Online Course

Discover the world of spirits and liqueurs with our 6-week online program, offering around-the-clock access to study materials for unparalleled flexibility. The Level 2 Award in Spirits Online mirrors the classroom syllabus within an interactive online setting, enabling peer collaboration and the support of a dedicated educator. 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!

Close-up of WSET Level 2 Spirits Online Course materials, including a machine and metal cylinder, illustrating the hands-on learning experience for spirits and liqueurs.

WSET Level 2 Award in Spirits | Online Course

This beginner-level course provides a hands-on introduction to spirits, ideal for those starting a career in the industry or exploring a personal interest. Through sensory evaluation, participants will learn about various spirit styles and types, gaining insight into the factors that influence their 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!

WSET Level 1 Award in Beer | Online

This qualification provides newcomers with a practical introduction to the beer universe, emphasizing exploring beer’s main styles and the sensory evaluation of its flavors and aromas. Participants will acquire fundamental beer knowledge, including production principles and ingredients, alongside developing a systematic beer-tasting approach. 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!

WSET Level 2 Award in Beer | Online

The WSET Level 2 Award in Beer extensively explores beer, covering ingredients, production processes, and globally renowned beer styles alongside enhanced tasting sessions. NVWA students gain additional resources, including access to four virtual webinars on tasting and theory, a dedicated instructor for a five-week online course, and an interactive platform for discussions and webinar access via NVWA’s Online Wine Academy. 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!

WSET Level 1 Award in Sake | Online Course

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!

WSET Level 2 Award in Sake | Online Course

The WSET Level 2 Award in Sake Online Course is perfect for anyone wishing to learn about the different styles of sake and how they are made, as well as those seeking to build on the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 Award in Sake. This course is designed to give you a solid understanding of sake production, styles, and tasting techniques, all from the convenience of your own home.