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WSET Level 1 Award In Wines At Crystal Palate In Norfolk, Virginia

Sat, October 19, 2024 (9:00 AM - 3:45 PM)

Cost: $395.00

Includes all study materials, wine samples, tuition, the final exam, and mailing of certificates of achievement to addresses in the US.

Please join Crystal Cameron Schaad, owner and sommelier of Crystal Palate Wine & Gourmet, for this 1-day in-person WSET Level 1 course. Crystal holds the DipWSET credential and is a graduate of the WSET Educator Training program.

6 Guided Learning Hours, including 45 minutes for the examination

This class covers the main types of wine, the most common grape varieties, wine service, storing and serving wine, tasting technique, how to describe the smell and taste of wine, and the basics of pairing food and wine. During the class, students taste eight different wines. At the end of the day, students take a 45-minute, multiple choice exam. Those who pass the exam receive the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines.

Approximate Class Schedule

9:00 a.m. Class Begins

12:30 p.m. Class Breaks for Lunch

1:30 p.m. Class Resumes

3:00 p.m. Exam Begins

3:45 p.m. Exam Ends

Exam Information

The exam will be held at the end of class and consists of 3o multiple choice questions which students have 45 minutes to complete.

Rescheduling of exams: Students who are unable to attend the scheduled exam may request to defer to one of our other scheduled exams. Please review the following document for deadlines and fees associated with reschedule requests. Students will also receive an email reminder approximately one week before the rescheduling deadline: WSET Exams Rescheduling Deadlines & Fees

Additional Information

• Please note that the cost of lunch is not included in this class.
• Study materials are given to students at the first class. Requests for advance mailing of study materials will be contingent upon inventory and will incur a $15 mailing fee.

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