Fast-track your understanding into the intricate world of Spanish wine!

Whether wine professional, inquisitive wine enthusiast or energetic epicurean looking to enhance your experiences through food and wine; WSG Essentials provide students with a solid foundation on the wines of Spain.

WSG Essentials programs present the often-complex world of wine in an accessible and engaging way; highlighting “need to know” regions, grape varieties and wine styles.

Students explore the culture, cuisine, history, viticulture and winemaking principles behind the most influential wine regions in the world while gaining industry-recognized certification.

Not just an introductory course, WSG Essentials are a launchpad to the highly respected WSG Wine Scholar® certifications, the vibrant WSG Community and the first step towards wine mastery.

Essentials are the perfect course to ignite a lifetime of learning and passion for wine.

Your Spanish Wine Essentials journey begins here!

Course overview

Spain is home to over 140 appellations. SWE introduces you to 23 of the most influential Spanish appellations. Place of origin, grape varieties, wine profile, production and pairing notes are all explored alongside notable producers and local signature cuisine. Appendices covering vine training systems, wine production methods, tasting descriptors and recommended wine lists enhance your working knowledge. Each wine is presented within a regional and cultural context while landmarks and traditional cuisine are highlighted to complete the curriculum. 

The Spanish Wine Essentials curriculum includes:

  • Nortwestern Spain

  • Northeastern Spain

  • Southern Spain

Individuals who follow this Spanish wine course and pass the exam, earn the Spanish Wine Essentials™ title and SWE post-nominal which may be incorporated into a professional signature (e.g. John Smith, SWE).

The exam is comprised of 50 multiple-choice questions. Students have 45 minutes to complete the exam. Passing score is 60%. There is no wine tasting component on the exam.

Class Schedule:

The Spanish Wine Essentials course is comprised of three 2.5 hour classes, the four class is a review session and the final exam.

An average of 10 wines will be tasted per class.

Date

Chapters Covered

September 13

Northwestern Spain

September 27

Northeastern Spain

October 11

Southern Spain

October 25

Review & Exam

Course fee includes:

  • A comprehensive Study Manual

  • Professional training by Spanish Wine Scholar certified instructor

  • Examination fees

  • 1- year access to the E-Learning Package (Multimedia modules, review quizzes, forums, downloadable maps & etc)

  • Internationally-recognized qualification certificate for those who pass.

Upcoming course:

Sundays, 10aM-12:30pm
Sept 13
Sept 27
Oct 11
Oct 25

Voyager

422 E Lincoln Ave

Milwaukee, WI 53207

Taught by Rosie Moses, SWS

Course will be capped at 12 students.

$549.00 or $200 deposit by September 1

Those paying a deposit will be charged the remainder on the third day of class.