Get expert level wine knowledge with the WSET Level 3 curriculum in one of Spain’s top wine regions and explore the stunning island of Mallorca.
The WSET Level 3 wine course is considered one of the top wine courses in the world and the entry point to real wine expertise and potential sommelier careers. It is also the natural next step after the WSET 2 wine certification for those that want to take their passion and understanding of wine to a professional level.
Overview
This is the high intensity and in-depth course designed to train your palate and knowledge to a professional level. WSET 3 is also the natural next step after completing WSET 2 to take your passion for wine to new depths.
Dive into an intense exploration of the fundamental theory of grape growing and vinification from seed to glass.
You’ll learn the best tried and tested method of wine assessment in the world. This will allow you to accurately taste, evaluate, describe and most importantly explain a broad range of styles and regions with a high level of credibility.
You’ll gain true understanding and insights into the three major categories of wine: Still Wine, Sparkling Wine and Fortified Wine.
By the end of the course you’ll have the skills to apply this strong framework of understanding and a refined palate to all your wine experiences and achieve the most globally recognised wine certification.
Course content
The course will cover:
- The key factors in the production of wine: location, grape growing, winemaking, maturation and bottling
- The key characteristics of the principal:
- Still wines of the world
- Sparkling wines of the world
- Fortified wines of the world
- How to make appropriate wine recommendations
- How to taste wines using the WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)
- Tutored tastings of 82 wines
- Access to WSET’s Online Classroom for the duration of the course including useful video links and other resources
3 Benefits
What you’ll learn
Wine making is a rich and complex process with thousands of years of history behind it. On this course we’ll break down the essentials of the process into manageable sections so that you can lay a strong foundation of knowledge for your adventures into the world of wine. We’ll focus on:
- Location/Region
- Grape Growing
- Wine Production
- Maturation
- Bottling
Once we’ve laid the groundwork of depth of understanding for all the principles of wine making you’ll then dive into how those factors will affect the characteristics of over 80 different wines from around the world, from still to sparkling and fortified wines. By the end of the course you will have deep, professional level insights into a vast array of wines, from grape to glass.
Each part of this course informs the next. Using the depth of knowledge you’ll have about a whole range of internationally renowned wines you’ll learn how to apply that knowledge to wine analysis, and importantly, the explanation of wine, accurately describing how and why the wine has its unique and exciting characteristics.
The WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT) combines logical, systematic and professional wine tasting methods into one formula that is absolutely invaluable to wine connoisseurs. You’ll learn a step by step approach, looking in depth at the appearance, nose and palate of a wine, as well as gaining a globally recognised lexicon.
Using the SAT you will then be able to accurately use your palate to analyse, evaluate and describe the wines that you will taste throughout your life. This is an essential skill that differentiates the wine lover from the wine connoisseur and will allow you to experience wine in a way you never had before.
The Island of Mallorca is home to one of the most important wine making regions in Spain, D.O. Binissalem! This makes it the perfect place to explore the world of wine, with a guided visit to one of the top vineyards in the area so you can see firsthand how wine is made from grape to glass.
You’ll also have time to sample the blossoming food and drink scene in the capital city where our Academy is located, Palma de Mallorca, eating and drinking at some amazing restaurants and bars and getting a true taste of the island. And of course you’ll have time to adventure around the other towns, mountains and coastlines and see for yourself why Mallorca is a top holiday destination worldwide.
Our Story
A genuine demand for higher standards in training and education
The Drink In Academy was set up in 2012 to give young and aspiring bartenders the training they need to step behind any bar in the world with confidence. Since then we trained and brought thousands of students to become masters of their craft and brought knowledge to thousands of lovers of beverage.
We look forward to continue the journey with thousands of students to come at Drink In Academy in Dublin and Mallorca. We look forward to welcome you to our family and the journey of flavour.
