Official Qualification Overview

WSET Level 1 Award in Wines

A beginner-level wine qualification designed to build confidence in wine styles, service basics, and food pairing principles through guided study and tasting.

What You Will Learn

  • Main wine types and style categories
  • Common grape varieties and key characteristics
  • Core principles of storing and serving wine
  • Fundamentals of food and wine pairing
  • How to describe wine using the WSET Level 1 SAT approach

Course Delivery

  • Minimum guided study time: 6 hours
  • Delivered by approved WSET course providers
  • Available in classroom or online formats depending on provider
  • Language options vary by provider and location

Assessment

Assessment is by a closed-book exam with 30 multiple-choice questions. The qualification is regulated by Ofqual in the UK framework.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements. Students must be of legal drinking age in their country to participate in tasting samples. Non-tasting participation does not prevent course completion.

Pricing

IDR 6.000.000

Includes:

  • Course materials
  • Exam fee
  • Group discounts available

Class Activity

WSET 1 Classroom Moments

WSET 1 students tasting wines during guided class
Guided tasting drills with clear beginner-friendly structure.
Educator presenting wine fundamentals in WSET 1 class
Core theory sessions covering styles, grapes, and service basics.
Students discussing aroma and taste in WSET 1 training
Interactive group learning to build confidence in wine vocabulary.
Class discussion during WSET 1 wine education session
Practical discussion linking theory to real service situations.
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Source reference: WSET Global qualification page for Level 1 Award in Wines.