Italian Wine Scholar: Unit 1 (Northern Italy)

About this course

This unit provides a structured study of Northern Italy’s wines and wine regions. Participants taste at least six wines in each class while working through regional learning objectives and the course’s study materials. Teaching is supported by online modules, quizzes, learning games and pronunciation exercises. The unit concludes with a separate examination and forms the first part of the two-unit Italian Wine Scholar programme.

What you'll learn

• Examine the wines and wine regions of Northern Italy
• Taste and assess a range of Northern Italian wines
• Use regional learning objectives and study materials to organise wine knowledge
• Practise Italian wine pronunciation
• Prepare for the Italian Wine Scholar Unit 1 examination

Is this course right for you?

Listed as suitable for all levels, the unit is intended for a range of learners, including wine enthusiasts and people working in the wine trade. It may also serve as supplementary study for those currently taking or who have completed WSET Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma.

• Relevant to sommeliers, importers and distributors
• Designed for learners with an enthusiastic interest in the Italian wine industry
• Combines scheduled classes, wine tasting and independent online self-evaluation

Before you go

• A comprehensive study manual, which also serves as a reference book, is included.
• Online regional study modules, quizzes, learning games and pronunciation exercises are provided.
• Access to live and recorded review webinars is included.
• Examination fees are included.
• Learners who pass receive an internationally recognised qualification with a digital certificate.