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Some things you just can’t learn in a book

Embark on an unforgettable learning adventure exploring the wines, history and culture of world-famous wine regions

If you want to truly understand the wines from a certain region, you have to go directly to the source. Our Wine Education Abroad trips offer you a behind-the-scenes look at some of the world’s most famous wine regions — opening doors that would otherwise remain closed. Enjoy immersive food and wine tasting workshops with local connoisseurs, and visit some of the most important vineyards and cellars. You’ll not only deepen your understanding of an area’s wines and wine styles, you’ll make connections between the history and culture that have shaped them.

July 23-29, 2023

Tokaj, Hungary

6 Spots Remaining

Explore one of Europe’s oldest wine regions with NVWA’s Csilla Kato, native Hungarian winemaker and dipWSET graduate. Located in northeast Hungary, Tokaj was one of the world’s first appellations in 1737 and has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2002. In this once-in-a-lifetime tour, you’ll wind your way through the region’s labyrinthine cellars and picturesque vineyards – sampling its famed Tokaji Aszú wines alongside unforgettable culinary experiences. Meet established wine legends as well as the region’s innovators, and understand the country’s wine styles and cuisine with two-day exploration of Budapest.

October 15 – 21, 2023

Rioja

8 Spots Remaining

Join us for a trip to the birthplace of the Spanish language, and the Tempranillo
grape. Rioja is known for its aged red wines and for its historic significance. With a
history of winemaking that dates back 2,000 years, there is much to explore about
its history, and to enjoy in its natural beauty. Experience for yourself the notion of
Spanish hospitality as expressed in its famous centuries old bodegas and food
culture.  

Join Napa Valley Wine Academy’s Monika Bielka-Vescovi, Certified Rioja Educator, for
a remarkable 5 day/6 night journey to Rioja. This immersive trip will put you in the
heart of Rioja, to enjoy it’s old bodegas, tapas crawls, and the beautiful landscape of
one of the world’s top 5 wine regions.

August 28 – September 3, 2023

Piemonte

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Join Anna Savino, named Piemonte Expert by Forbes Magazine, to explore Piemonte,
one of the world’s most classic wine regions. You’ll see the 11 villages of Barolo,
explore the important towns of Alba, Barbaresco, Roero, Monferrato and Neive (the
latter called one of Italy’s most beautiful villages), including tours of 6 wineries,
vineyards, and the opportunity to meet key winemakers in the region. Enjoy 2- 1⁄2-days
of Masterclasses with in-depth tastings as you learn about the appellations, districts,
varieties, culture, and wine. You’ll walk away with a deep understanding of the region’s
different styles of wines and instantly be a part of the Piemonte wine community,
having met key winemakers, growers and educators in the region.

June 26 – July 2, 2023

Burgundy

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There is perhaps no other wine region in the world so influenced by its terroir than Bourgogne. Gain a sense of place with this immersive exploration of the region, unpacking its complexity through expert-led seminars and tastings of over 125 wines. Enjoy several intimate visits each day with some of the best wine producers and vineyards, led by Napa Valley Wine Academy CEO and Official Bourgogne Ambassador, Christian Oggenfuss, dipWSET. Guided cultural visits include the Athenaeum Wine Bookstore, Vézelay Basilica and the Clos de Vougeot Château — a 12th century wine farm and 16th century chateau that have become one of the very best “table d’hôte” of France.

October 22-29, 2023

Bordeaux

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Join Napa Valley Wine Academy, Master of Wine Romana Echensperger, an official
Bordeaux ambassador Christian Oggenfuss, DipWSET, FWS, for a once-in-a-lifetime
5-day/6-night educational trip exploring the wines, wine regions, and culture of
Bordeaux, France. During your trip, we will visit Grand Crus chateaux of the Medoc, St.
Emilion, Pomerol, and Sauternes. Perfect for WSET Levels 2 to 4, CSW, FWS, and
Sommelier students who desire an immersive learning experience in the heart of the
Bordeaux wine region of France. To truly understand the complexity of the region, it is
vital that you experience it first-hand. Enjoy as the doors of some of the best Chateaux
are thrown open for you to gain a deeper understanding of what makes Bordeaux one of
the top wine regions in the world.

Mendoza

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Join our Argentina Wine Specialist, Jean Cox and see a side of Argentina very few get to explore. You’ll enjoy leisurely vineyard tours and tastings, gourmet dinners and lunches, a workshop at the Argentina Sommelier School, and a Mendoza city tour that will allow you to truly understand the country’s culture, cuisine and remarkable wine. Imagine tasting your way through 13 high-altitude wineries, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Andes Mountains. You will be visiting during the exciting harvest season!

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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Flamingo Hotel Las Vegas

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

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

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3555 Las Vegas Blvd

Las Vegas, NV 89109

 

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Mariott Santa Ynez

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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Art Hotel Denver

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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Epicurean Hotel

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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Street View of HQ

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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