WSET Level 4 Diploma D3 Wines of the World – In Person Napa

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

WSET Diploma D3

WSET Level 4 Diploma D3 Wines of the World – In Person Napa

Unit 3 of WSET Diploma Certification

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8 WEEKS

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16 classroom hours

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4 LOCATIONS

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Prerequisite: must have taken the D1 exam

Does this sound like you?

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

WSET Level 4 Diploma D3 Wines of the World – In Person Napa

$3,100.00

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: 

In-Person Course

Course Dates: October 30, 2023 – May 13, 2024

Exam Dates: May 14-15, 2023

Registration Deadline: October 29, 2023

Class Dates: Coming soon 

Price includes all study materials, exam fee, and tuition

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

 

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TASTE & TALK ABOUT WINE LIKE A PRO

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

WHY ONLINE & WHY WITH US?

EASILY ACCESS GUIDED WEBINARS + EXPERTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS

Wine 101 includes 8 hours of training, divided into 20 appetizer-sized videos, plus a tasting toolkit.

Get access to live webinars, plus a video library to further hone your skills and expand your knowledge.

Ask questions and get answers with NVWA certified experts. Plus, engage with our +4,000 community.

INTRODUCING

YOUR WINE GUIDE(S) FOR

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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.
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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.

JUST 3 SIMPLE STEPS TO

LEVEL UP YOUR WINE EXPERTISE LIKE A PRO

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BUY THE COURSE

You’ll receive a Welcome Email with everything you need to access our proprietary learning platform, community and course materials.

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WATCH THE MODULES

Dive right into your materials, interact with our community, and engage with your expert instructors–100% online and at your own pace.

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LEVEL UP LIKE A PRO

Celebrate finally having a clear path to certification, or simply savor being able to impress friends and family with your elevated wine knowledge.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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:

Subject

Wine

Knowledge Level

Advanced

Certification

WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust)

Level

Level 4

Course Date

October 31, 2022, April 3, 2023, October 30, 2023

Course Type

Professional

Location

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 23, 2023: Full mock tasting exam with debrief
  • April 22, 2023: Full mock theory exam (2 papers) with debrief: 9:00 – 3:00 via zoom

Course Dates: April 3, 2022-October 24, 2023

Exam Dates: October 25-26, 2023

Registration Deadline: April 1, 2022

Schedule:

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

  • April 8, 2023: Bordeaux, Alsace
  • May 6, 2023: Burgundy, Beaujolais, Loire
  • June 3, 2023: Rhone Valley, South of France
  • June 17, 2023: SW France/Jura, Germany, Austria, Tokaj
  • July 8, 2023: Spain, Portugal
  • July 22, 2023: Italy
  • August 5, 2023: Greece, China, North America
  • August 12, 2023: Chile, Argentina, South Africa
  • August 26, 2023: Australia, New Zealand
  • September 9, 2023: Full mock tasting exam with debrief from 9:00 – 3:00
  • September 30, 2023: Full mock theory exam (2 papers) with debrief: 9:00 – 3:00 via zoom

Course Dates: October 30, 2023-May 13, 2024

Exam Dates: May 14-15, 2023

Registration Deadline: October 29, 2023

Schedule: Class dates coming soon

Want to know if this program is right for you?

Schedule a call to speak with one of our WSET diploma series experts.

Do you prefer the convenience of online learning?

We offer WSET courses online that include wine kits, live tasting webinars and virtual instruction

How We’re Different

We’re Premier, not Pretentious

We design our programs for students, not snobs. We know wines are complex, but believe wine education should be approachable and fun.

(There’s a reason we have some of the highest pass rates in the industry.)

WSET Educator of the Year 2016

AWARD WINNING

WSET Educator of the Year 2019
Helping enthusiasts and professionals become confident wine authorities.

IN-PERSON COURSE & WORKSHOP REFUNDS & TRANSFERS

Cancellations of confirmed in-person course enrollments and workshops are accepted up to 60 days before the start of the course. An administration fee of $50 plus the full cost of the study materials and exam fees will be deducted, and the remainder of the course fee refunded to the payee. Separate WSET exam cancellation/transfer rules apply.
Transfers of a confirmed enrollment to another course are accepted 60 days before the course start date with an administration fee of $50.

Cancellations less than 60 days before the in-person course start date or course no shows forfeit any refund/transfer options unless students can provide medical documentation. If medical documentation is provided, students can be transferred to a later course. No refunds will be applied.

Course Transfers cannot be carried forward to the next academic year (which commenced on January 1).

Students are highly encouraged to purchase separate travel insurance.

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February 12, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Pacific)

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Las Vegas, NV 89109

 

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Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

April 23, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Pacific)

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555 McMurray Road

Buelton, CA 93427

 

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Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

March 5, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Mountain)

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1201 Broadway

Denver, CO 80203

 

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Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

February 12, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Central)

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1719 West End Ave.

Nashville, TN 37203

 

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Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

March 19, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Eastern)

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1207 S Howard Ave,

Tampa, FL 33606

 

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Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

January 22, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Pacific)

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2501 Oak Street

Napa, CA 94559

 

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