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.
It is a pre-requisite for candidates planning to study for the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines qualification.
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.
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.
It is a pre-requisite for candidates planning to study for the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines qualification.
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.
Unit 1
Unit 2
Level 3 Award in Wines Specification
- 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.
Unit 2
- WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting – how to taste wines and evaluate the quality, style and price
Level 3 Award in Wines Specification
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)
R12 300
Price includes:
- Course Materials
- 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
Level 3 Online Course R11 500
Price includes:
- Course Materials
- Qualification, certificate and lapel pin (upon successful completion)
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)
R12 300
Price includes:
- Course Materials
- WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine card
- World Wine Regions Map
- Level 3 Work Book
- Level 3 Course Book
- 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
Level 3 Online Course R11 500
Price includes:
- Course Materials
- WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine card
- World Wine Regions Map
- Level 3 Work Book
- Level 3 Course Book
- Qualification, certificate and lapel pin (upon successful completion)
2020 Course Dates
22nd, 23rd & 24th February + 1st & 2nd Mach 2021
Entries close three weeks before the start of the course.
Specific dates can be arranged privately for group bookings of 6 or more.
Online Course Dates
Online courses run monthly
Booking
5 day course at Abingdon
Booking forms below:
BOOKING FORM PDF
BOOKING FORM WORD DOC
Contact Laurie - info@kznschoolofwine.co.za for bookings and more information
22nd, 23rd & 24th February + 1st & 2nd Mach 2021
Entries close three weeks before the start of the course.
Specific dates can be arranged privately for group bookings of 6 or more.
Online Course Dates
Online courses run monthly
Booking
5 day course at Abingdon
Booking forms below:
BOOKING FORM PDF
BOOKING FORM WORD DOC
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.
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.