WSET Level 1 Award in Wines
2026-09-12 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Charm City Wine School, 6505 York Road, Towson, MD, 21212, United States
Level 1 Award in Wines Qualification Aims
The WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is intended for people who have little or no prior knowledge of wines. It is designed to provide a sound but simple introduction to wines. The qualification will assist those who need a basic familiarity with the main types and styles of wines, for example people who work with wines as part of a larger beverage portfolio in the retail and hospitality sectors.
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What You Will Learn
Successful candidates will be able to know the key stages in grape growing and winemaking, list the principal types and styles of wine, state the key characteristics of wines made from the principal grape varieties as well as other examples of wines, and know the key principles involved in the storage and service of wine. They will consequently be in a position to answer customer queries and provide recommendations for the service of wine.
This is the 1-day version. Also offered are 2-day options (Thursdays). For either option, this course culminates in a 1-hour exam.
Saturday September 12th, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, including Final Exam

WSET Level 1 Award in Wines
2026-10-13 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-20 18:00 - 21:00
Level 1 Award in Wines Qualification Aims
The WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is intended for people who have little or no prior knowledge of wines. It is designed to provide a sound but simple introduction to wines. The qualification will assist those who need a basic familiarity with the main types and styles of wines, for example people who work with wines as part of a larger beverage portfolio in the retail and hospitality sectors.
Sign Up NOW!
What You Will Learn
Successful candidates will be able to know the key stages in grape growing and winemaking, list the principal types and styles of wine, state the key characteristics of wines made from the principal grape varieties as well as other examples of wines, and know the key principles involved in the storage and service of wine. They will consequently be in a position to answer customer queries and provide recommendations for the service of wine.
This is the 2-day version (on Thursdays, over two consecutive weeks). Also offered are 1-day options (Saturdays). For either option, this course culminates in a 1-hour exam.
Tuesdays – October 13th, then the 20th, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, including Final Exam

WSET Level 1 Award in Wines
2026-11-07 18:00 - 21:00
Level 1 Award in Wines Qualification Aims
The WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is intended for people who have little or no prior knowledge of wines. It is designed to provide a sound but simple introduction to wines. The qualification will assist those who need a basic familiarity with the main types and styles of wines, for example people who work with wines as part of a larger beverage portfolio in the retail and hospitality sectors.
Sign Up NOW!
What You Will Learn
Successful candidates will be able to know the key stages in grape growing and winemaking, list the principal types and styles of wine, state the key characteristics of wines made from the principal grape varieties as well as other examples of wines, and know the key principles involved in the storage and service of wine. They will consequently be in a position to answer customer queries and provide recommendations for the service of wine.
This is the 1-day version. Also offered are 2-day options (Thursdays). For either option, this course culminates in a 1-hour exam.
Saturday November 7th, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, including Final Exam
