WSET Level 4 Diploma D3 Wines of the World - In Person

Theoretical and practical study of the still wines produced in the world’s major wine regions

WSET Level 4 Diploma D3 Wines of the World - In Person

Unit 3 of WSET Diploma Certification

WSET Level 4 Diploma D3 Wines of the World - In Person

ADVANCED

8 WEEKS

16 classroom hours

4 LOCATIONS

ONLINE

Prerequisite: must have taken the D1 exam

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You want to speak with confidence about the textures, styles and regions of wine.

You’re ready to dip your toes into the world of wine, but don’t want to feel totally overwhelmed.

You need practical guidance on tasting and pairing that you can actually use.

Then It's Time To

Level Up Your Wine IQ

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WSET Level 4 Diploma D3 Wines of the World - In Person

WSET LEVEL 4 D3 WINES OF THE WORLD CLASS

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).

NEXT D3 IN-PERSON COURSE:

Course Dates: October 31, 2022-May 8, 2023

Exam Dates: May 9-10, 2023

Registration Deadline: October 16, 2022

Class Time: 9am-4pm PST on Saturdays at the school in Napa

Class Dates: 11/5/22, 11/19/22, 12/3/22, 12/10/22, 1/7/23, 1/27/23, 2/4/23, 2/18/23, 3/11/23, 3/25/23

Price includes all study materials, exam fee, tuition and postage

For future course and exam dates please see the Course & Exam Dates section below

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Module 1

Introduction To Wine

Module 2

The Influence Of Site, Grape Type, & Techniques

Module 3

Principle Wine Regions Of The World

Module 4

Tasting, Serving, Storing & Pairing

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DIRECT ACCESS TO WINE INDUSTRY EXPERTS

• 5 Master of Wine Instructors
• 2 Master Sommeliers
• 4 Diploma student-only support staff
• 12 Wine Industry Specialists
• 1 dedicated mentor per student

You’re ready to dip your toes into the world of wine, but don’t want to feel totally overwhelmed.

DIRECT ACCESS TO WINE INDUSTRY EXPERTS

• 5 Master of Wine Instructors
• 2 Master Sommeliers
• 4 Diploma student-only support staff
• 12 Wine Industry Specialists
• 1 dedicated mentor per student

You’re ready to dip your toes into the world of wine, but don’t want to feel totally overwhelmed.

JUST 3 SIMPLE STEPS TO

LEVEL UP YOUR WINE EXPERTISE LIKE A PRO

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Course Format

9 instructor-led classes

1 mock tasting exam with instructor feedback

Online classroom containing worksheets, vocab lists and other study support resources

Instructor-led tastings during class to illustrate wine styles and calibrate your palate for the exam

Course Duration

Students will begin their course of study once they register for the unit and receive their course materials. Students should expect to study for a minimum of 250 hours over a period of about 6 months (about 10 - 11 hours of study per week).

Course Materials

Upon registration students will receive access to the WSET's digital study guide, which will be the main source of study material for this unit. Students will also have access to the WSET’s Online Global Campus and Feedback Testing Classroom where students can access supplemental learning material & mock exams. NVWA also provides supplemental learning materials such as videos, mock questions, and guided reading questions.

Exam Format

Two-day theory and tasting exam

Exam Day 1: three-hour and 20-minute written theory exam with multi-part, open-response style questions

Exam Day 2: blind tasting of 12 wines, broken into two flights

Tasting notes must describe the structural characteristics of each wine using WSET Diploma SAT method and draw conclusions on the wine’s origin, grape variety, quality level, and/or potential for aging

Exam must be taken in person in Napa, California, on the date associated with your course

Results issued via email approximately 3 months after exam (graded at WSET London headquarters)

Course & Exam Dates:

Course Dates: October 31, 2022-May 8, 2023

Exam Dates: May 9-10, 2023

Registration Deadline: October 31, 2022

Schedule:

All class dates run from 9am-4pm at the school in Napa

Nov 5, 2022: Bordeaux, Alsace

Nov 19, 2022: Burgundy, Beaujolais, Loire

Dec 3, 2022: Rhone Valley, South of France

Dec 10, 2022: SW France/Jura, Germany, Austria, Tokaj

Jan 7, 2023: Spain, Portugal

Jan 21, 2023: Italy

Feb 4, 2023: Greece, China, North America

Feb 18, 2023: Chile, Argentina, South Africa

Mar 11, 2023: Australia, New Zealand

Mar 25, 2023: Full mock tasting exam with debrief

Subject	Wine
Knowledge Level	Advanced
Certification	WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust)
Level	Level 4
Course Date	October 31, 2022
Course Type	Professional
Location	Napa, California

October 31, 2022 - May 8,2023

Course Dates: October 31, 2022-May 8, 2023

Exam Dates: May 9-10, 2023

Registration Deadline: October 31, 2022

Schedule:

All class dates run from 9am-4pm at the school in Napa

Nov 5, 2022: Bordeaux, Alsace
Nov 19, 2022: Burgundy, Beaujolais, Loire
Dec 3, 2022: Rhone Valley, South of France
Dec 10, 2022: SW France/Jura, Germany, Austria, Tokaj
Jan 7, 2023: Spain, Portugal
Jan 21, 2023: Italy
Feb 4, 2023: Greece, China, North America
Feb 18, 2023: Chile, Argentina, South Africa
Mar 11, 2023: Australia, New Zealand
Mar 25, 2023: Full mock tasting exam with debrief

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