Level 3 Award in Wines and Spirits

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This qualification is open to students who hold the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines & Spirits or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge. It is recommended that students complete the Level 2 Award in Wines & Spirits before progressing to the Level 3 Award. It is a prerequisite for candidates planning to study for the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines and Spirits qualification.
HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT?
The aim of this course is to provide detailed analysis of the principal wines and spirits of the world. Students will also benefit from in-depth tastings where they will learn to identify product style and quality.

PROGRAMME OUTLINE
Unit 1 – Wines and Spirits of the World 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 Spirits and Liqueurs Information and Advice for Customers and Staff This unit is evaluated by a multiple choice paper of 50 questions and a question paper requiring short written answers
Unit 2 – Tasting and Evaluating Wines of the World WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting – how to taste wines and evaluate the quality, style and price This unit is assessed by a blind tasting paper of two wines

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Level 3 Award in Wines and Spirits Specification 2012-13 (4134KB)

Once you obtain the Level 3 Award in Wines & Spirits you can apply to use the certified logo.

If you successfully completed the Level 3 Award in Wines & Spirits within the last year, please download the following form and return it to your course provider. They will then send you a digital copy of the certified logo.
Level 3 Award Certified Logo Form (70KB)

If you completed Level 3 Award in Wines & Spirits prior to June 2012, please return the form to Isabelle Dufton at idufton@wset.co.uk

Where to Study?

Around the World

WSET London Wine & Spirit School

Entry Requirements:
Candidates must be over the legal minimum age for the retail purchase of alcoholic beverages in the country where the examination is being held. (Entry requirements may vary according to APP)
Candidates are advised to hold the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits before study for the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines and Spirits.

How to gain the qualification:
You must successfully complete:

•	Unit 1
	•	a multiple choice paper of 50 questions
	•	a question paper requiring short written answers.
•	Unit 2
	•	full written tasting notes on TWO wines

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