ADVANCED WINE COURSES

WSET LEVEL 3 AWARD IN WINES

One of the most globally-recognized achievements in the wine industry!

Online Courses with Commonwealth Wine School

   •   Level 3 Wine

Overview of Level 3 Certificate in Wine

WSET Level 3 delivers an in-depth education experience that reflects today’s dynamic wine industry and offers immediate value. The Level 3 certificate is one of the most globally-recognized achievements in wine and is geared towards professionals or people interested in entering the wine industry, especially those looking for increased leadership and decision-making.  Wine enthusiasts with a serious commitment will also enjoy this course, as it is interactive and customized to individual class dynamics and interests. The Level 3 course includes a complete study pack with an exclusive textbook and study workbook. Proprietary WSET films are also included.

WSET LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN WINE

 

 

WHATS COVERED

WSET Level 3 embarks on an in-depth examination of the options and limitations available to producers of every major world wine region, including France, Italy, Spain, North and South America, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa.  For each region we examine the natural and human factors that impact wine style, quality, and price. The study pack and textbook are completely new and include links to WSET films. Students who successfully pass a final examination, including a written and tasting portion, are entitled to the title “WSET Level 3 Certified” and to use the WSET logo on their professional materials.

 

CLASSROOM COURSES

When taken in person, the Level 3 course usually meets over 16 two-hour sessions or 6 weekend days.  We feel this format gives students the best opportunity to really digest and process information—as well as practice tasting—prior to the challenging final exam.  Systematic wine tasting is a part of every session, with more than 90 wines tasted in the course.

 

ONLINE COURSES

The Level 3 online course ia program consisting of a series of online activities, often based around group discussion, with a Zoom online tutor allocated to guide students. Each week covers a new topic and students can log in whenever they want during the week.  Students are given timed practice exams and assignments to prepare them for the final evaluation.  Tasting activities are also provided for participants to do in their own time.  Students arrange with Grape Experience Wine and Spirit School  to take the exam in person.

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Level 3 details and upcoming classes

San Francisco Bay Area

LEVEL 3 - San Francisco - Sundays

7 Sundays From April 27 – June 15, 2025
10am – 3:30pm  at The Barrel Room in downtown San Francisco
(Note: June 15 session runs 9am-5pm)
Exam July 27, 2025 or at a later date in 2025

Class comes with access to new exclusive recorded sessions and extra online study support features!

Enroll by April 20, 2024
The Barrel Room
415 Sansome St, San Francisco, CA
Price includes all study materials, class wines, examination (one attempt), tuition, and U.S. postage

Cost is $1,775.00

LEVEL 3 - San Francisco - Weekends

1 Saturday followed by 7  Sundays From May 31-July 20, 2025
10am – 3:30pm at San Francisco Wine School
(Notes: May 31 class is on a Saturday – all other classes are on Sundays; July 20 session runs 9am-5pm)

Exam July 27, 2025 or at a later date in 2025

Enroll by May 27, 2025
San Francisco Wine School
415 Grand Ave in South San Francisco

Price includes all study materials, class wines, examination (one attempt), tuition, and U.S. postage

Cost is $1,795.00





Level 3 Online Course

New courses start frequently and are conducted jointly with Commonwealth Wine School. The course includes:

  • 5 live class webinars
  • Access to an exclusive Online Learning Platform where you can access lectures (live and recorded), activities, and practice quizzes 24/7.
  • A “Course Community” where you can discuss content with the instructor and other students.
  • Dedicated WSET course instructors available to answer questions and comments, as well as provide feedback on assignments for the duration of the course.
  • One attempt at the online Level 3 exam which must be done in person in either San Francisco or Cambridge, Massachusetts
  • An optional 18 wine tasting kit (187mL bottles) is available for an additional cost.

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