This is a highly professional course that opens up the world of wines and offers comprehensive coverage of the major wine producing regions of the world. A large part of the course is focussed on professional tasting technique, product identification and quality assessment.
WSET Level 3 Award in Wines qualification is open to students who hold the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge.
Entry Requirements Candidates are advised to hold the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines before studying for the WSET Level 3
Students and candidates who are under the legal minimum age for the retail purchase of alcoholic beverages in the country where the examination is being held will NOT be allowed to sample any alcoholic beverages as part of their course, but this is not a barrier for successfully completing the qualification.
The Course is split over two weeks, with three days in the first week and two days in the second week. Course days are 08.00 - 16.00. Lunch is included in all 5 days. The exam is set at a later date giving students enough time to study
Unit 1
Production of Wine (location, viticulture, vinification, maturation and bottling, labelling regulations)
France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Central and South Eastern Europe, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, North America, South and Central America
Sparkling Wines
Fortified (Liqueur) Wines
Information and Advice for Customers and Staff
Approximately 80 wines from both local and around the world.
ITINERARY The Level 3 takes place over five days with an Abingdon lunch included on all days, or an online-only option is also available.
Five day course at Abingdon Estate (split over 2 weeks) R13 500 Price includes: - Course Materials
WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine card
World Wine Regions Map
Level 3 Work Book
Level 3 Course Book
- Tastings of around 80 local and international wines - Food and wine pairing - Vineyard and cellar tour - Lunch at Abingdon restaurant - Examination fees - Qualification, certificate and lapel pin (upon successful completion)
*Drinks with lunch not included Accommodation nearby can be organised at discounted rates
Contact Laurie - info@kznschoolofwine.co.za for bookings and more information
Assessment The final exam consists of: - A theory exam with 50 multiple choice questions and four short written answers (2 hours) - Blind tasting exam of two wines (30 mins)
A minimum pass mark of 55% in both papers is required.