WSET Level 1 Wine Online | Instructor-Led Course

Next cohort: Jul 8 - Aug 4, 2026
Enroll Now – $329

WSET Level 1 Wine Online | Instructor-Led Course

$329
Most awarded WSET school in the US
Trusted by thousands of students

Begin Your Wine Journey with Confidence

You enjoy wine but feel unsure about describing it. You wish you knew why wines taste different and how to pair them well, but you’re not sure where to start.

Now picture learning from expert instructors through live webinars, videos, and interactive tastings. You’re exploring styles, regions, and flavors with confidence. The WSET Level 1 Award in Wines (Online) at Napa Valley Wine Academy gives you everything you need to discuss and taste wine like a professional. This hands-on, four-week program combines live sessions, video lectures, quizzes, and instructor feedback to help you build real-world wine knowledge in a fun, flexible format.

A recommended wine purchase list will be provided for this course. An optional wine kit is available as an add-on and includes 6 curated 100mL wine samples, which are tasted throughout the course. A link to purchase the kit will be included in your course registration confirmation email.

You’ll learn to describe wines accurately, understand food and wine pairing, and use the WSET’s Systematic Approach to Tasting® with confidence—all from home.

Join America’s most awarded wine school and start your wine education journey today.

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What’s Included

Your Registration Fee Includes

  • DEDICATED INSTRUCTOR for the 4-week portion of the course, and continuing with 12 months access to the online course material which includes lecture videos, quizzes, a mock exam and more.
  • LIVE WEBINARS which include instructor-led tastings, theory review, and the ability to ask questions. (LINK TO WEBINAR SCHEDULE on help.napavalleywineacademy.com)
  • TEXTBOOK for Level 1 is downloadable in the first online course module, which you can access right after registration.
  • Pass the Exam and Display Your Credentials Instantly! As soon as you pass, 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!
  • EXAM registration within 12 months of the course

A  list of recommended wines you can source locally, or you may choose to purchase a wine kit from our trusted partner, Small Lot Bottles. Please keep the wine kit delivery time of 7-10 days in mind when choosing a course. All webinars are recorded in case you are not able to get your wines on time.

Format & Exam

This is a four-week, semi-synchronous (combination instructor-led and self-paced) course with a fixed start/end date. However, you will have 12 months of access to the online learning material, allowing you to study wine in a way that fits your schedule.

Exam Registration
You need to register for your WSET online exam within 12 months of your course start date. To view available exam dates and register, visit: WSET Level 1 Exam Dates.

Next cohort: Jul 8 - Aug 4, 2026

Limited seats available

STUDENT LEVEL

Basic - Beginner

Class Format

4-week Instructor-led with three webinars, total 10-12 study hours, with 12 months of access

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