WSET Diploma D1 In-Person Workshop Intensive [Oct 18]

About the WSET Diploma:

Diploma is a two-year program for anyone who has achieved the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines certification. It is one of the most respected wine certification qualifications in the world. Diploma is incredibly rewarding but also highly challenging and it will take your wine education to an elite level. The WSET Diploma program is also universally viewed as a pre-requisite to the Master of Wine qualification. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WSET DIPLOMA HERE.

The Diploma is broken into two Foundation and four Product Knowledge Units taught at various times and locations (including online) over two years. Units D1 and D2 must be taken first. You pay for all other units as you take them, allowing you to spread out the cost of the Diploma. Additionally, we offer payment plans upon request.

The fee for Units D1 also registers you for three years with WSET and grants access our proprietary online learning platform—a unique site with critical study support and special offers. Please note that WSET Diploma Units D3 through D6 are not always taught in numerical order.

D1: Wine Production

Students will understand what the vine requires to produce grapes for wine production and grape growing options. You’ll learn how natural factors in the vineyard influence the vine’s ability to produce grapes for wines of different styles, quality levels and prices, as well as winemaking and post fermentation options. Assessment to pass D1 is a 90-minute short written answer exam.

In-Person Workshop Intensive Includes:

• Theory Review covering the various factors affecting viticulture and viniculture

• Structured Tasting Review sessions to apply the theoretical knowledge

• Engaging instructor-led sessions designed to enhance the D1 online class, and prepare students for their D1 exam

Cost for the In-Person Workshop Intensive is $245 for the Online Hybrid Format

Location: Commonwealth Wine School

Instructor: Mark Pygott MW