Launch your wine adventure with us!

This 6 hour intensive course is a full introduction to the world of wine. As an entry-level course, it teaches the basics of wine in a friendly format specifically designed for those with little to no previous wine knowledge and for those looking to learn the structured approach to wine tasting.

Ideal for enthusiasts or those new to the wine and service industries, the Foundation Course focuses on the main styles of wine, tasting technique, wine and food pairing, as well as wine service and etiquette.

The class consists of a 6 hour session that concludes with a short 30 question multiple-choice exam.

Please plan for class 10am-5pm 

The exam will be held after class on March 8th. 

Successful candidates receive the WSET® Level 1 Award in Wines.

🍱 Lunch is included and will be served mid-day from our Farmers Market Restaurant!

Please add the course to your cart one student at a time and be sure to fill in the correct information on the questionnaire!! Thank you!

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INSTRUCTOR

Brenna Ritchey! Our newest WSET Instructor!

Brenna is a Westmont Grad and local to the LA and Central Coast region. She's worked in Wien since her graduation, receiving an incredible post-graduate placement working with Antonio Galloni and the Vinous multimedia group. We are thrilled to welcome Brenna to the team! 

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What You'll Learn

Wine Tasting: Taste and describe wines using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting

Food and Wine Matching: A practical guide to the key considerations when matching food and wine successfully

Wine Service and Storage: Learn the correct way to store and serve wine and recognize common faults found in wine

Types and Styles of Wine: Learn about what makes wines taste different

Grape Varieties: Learn about the characteristics and styles of wines produced from the main grape varieties

Main White Grape Varieties: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Riesling

Main Black Grape Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah/Shiraz

Named Wines: Champagne, Sancerre, Chablis, Burgundy, Bordeaux, Prosecco, Cava, Beaujolais, Côtes du Rhône, Chianti, Rioja, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Sauternes, Sherry, Port

Number of Wines Tasted: At least 8 wines will be tasted as part of the course

Study Materials: Students will receive the Level 1 Award in Wines Study Guide

Duration of Course: 6 hours inclusive of examination

Examination: 30 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 45 minutes. A mark of 70% required to pass

Certification: All students who pass will be issued with a certificate suitable for framing and a lapel pin.

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Important Deets

Class will be held promptly at 10am. 

Course will be cancelled if we do not hit the minimum number of registrants to host.

Course Location: The Factory - 616 E Haley Street, Santa Barbara, 93103 

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Study materials will be available to pick up approximately 1 week before the course starts at Satellite SB (1117 State Street, Santa Barbara).

Registrations after 1 week prior to class cannot guarantee that the materials will be sent in advance, they will be handed out on the day of the class

Please have registration confirmation email to pick up materials.

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CANCELLATION POLICY

Because exams are ordered from London, all purchases are final – there are no refunds on this course.

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RATES AVAILABLE FOR INDUSTRY. Please send inquiries to drew@satellitesb.com for more information.