German Wine Scholar Classroom Course

About this course

The course examines Germany’s principal wine regions, including the Mosel, Rheingau, Baden and Pfalz, alongside key varieties such as Riesling and Spätburgunder. Teaching covers classification systems, labelling terms, quality hierarchies, climate, soils, vineyard practices, winemaking techniques and stylistic variation. Classroom instruction is combined with guided tastings of German wines and regional food pairings. Participants also study independently using the course materials and online modules. The programme concludes with a 100-question multiple-choice examination. Learners who achieve the required 75% mark receive the German Wine Scholar digital certificate.

What you'll learn

• Compare the characteristics of Germany’s principal wine regions
• Explain German wine classification systems, labelling terms and quality hierarchies
• Relate grape varieties, climate, soils and vineyard practices to wine character
• Distinguish winemaking techniques and styles found across German wines
• Apply knowledge of German wines to regional food pairings

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for wine enthusiasts, industry professionals and learners seeking a structured study of all German wines and regions. It is suitable for those studying or having completed WSET Level 3 or Level 4, while previous wine-tasting experience is not required.

• Designed to assess knowledge across all German wine regions and wines
• Relevant as a supplement to WSET Level 3 or Level 4 study
• Suitable for learners with an enthusiastic interest in the German wine industry

Before you go

• A German Wine Scholar Study Manual is provided.
• Online learning modules, including webinars, quizzes, forums and downloadable maps, are available for one year.
• The course includes guided tastings of an average of six or more wines per class, with some regional food pairings.