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Napa Valley Wine Academy’s Tampa, Florida, wine school is an extension of the globally recognized and award-winning Napa Valley Wine Academy. Our courses and Level 3 exams in Tampa are organized at Epicurean Hotel in the SoHo district – one of South Tampa’s hottest neighborhoods and social hubs. 


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) and Champagne Specialist. 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 In-person Course + Exam in Tampa 7/15/2025

WSET Level 3 Online Course + In-person Exam in Tampa

WSET Level 3 Award in Wine exam 5/18/2025

WSET Level 3 Award in Wine exam 7/20/2025

WSET Level 3 Award in Wine exam 10/12/2025

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Exam location: Epicurean Hotel, 1207 S. Howard Avenue, Tampa , FL 33606


Champagne Specialist Course: Understanding and Recommending Champagne logo featuring text on a black background, emphasizing professional training in Champagne wine assessment and recommendation.

Champagne Specialist Course: Understanding and Recommending Champagne

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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.
Woman smelling a glass of wine during WSET Level 1 Award In Wines | In-Person course, focusing on tasting and identifying wine types.

WSET Level 1 Award In Wines | In-Person

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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!
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WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits | Online Course: A close-up of various wine glasses, highlighting a hands-on introduction to spirits with tastings and theory sessions.

WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits | In-Person

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A beginner-level introduction to spirits for those starting a career in the industry or pursuing an interest in spirits. For individuals new to the subject, this qualification offers a hands-on introduction to the world of spirits. 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!
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WSET Level 1 Award in Beer | In-Person

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Are you new to beer study? Our WSET Level 1 Award in Beer course will help you begin talking about and tasting beer like a professional. For individuals new to the subject, this qualification offers a hands-on introduction to the world of beer. You’ll explore the main styles of beer through sight, smell, and taste to develop an understanding of the key 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 Wine | In-Person: A man picking grapes from a vine, representing hands-on learning and deepening wine knowledge through guided tastings and expert instruction.

WSET Level 2 Award in Wine | In-Person

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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!
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WSET Level 2 Award in Spirits | In-Person

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For individuals wishing to develop their expertise in spirits and liqueurs, this qualification provides comprehensive training. You’ll learn about the production methods and characteristics of the main spirit categories, while also exploring key brands and the use of spirits in cocktails. Upon successful completion, you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo. 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!
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WSET Level 2 Award in Beer | In-Person

Tampa
If you’re ready to go beyond the basics, the WSET Level 2 Award in Beer offers a deeper look at the beer ingredients, production, and the world’s famous beer styles. You’ll also elevate your tasting skills with guided tastings of key beer styles. 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!
A woman holding a glass of wine stands by a river in a valley, promoting the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines | In-Person course.

WSET Level 3 Award in Wines | In-Person

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We teach our students the WSET way of thinking. You’ll not only know the material, but you’ll also understand what they are looking for so you can feel confident on test day. You’ll also be ready for the blind tasting portion of the exam with guided tastings of approximately 80 benchmark wines.
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