Level 1 Award in Wines

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.

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.

We offer 1-day accelerated (on Saturdays) and 2-day weekday evenings options (usually over two consecutive weeks)
For either option, this course culminates in a 1-hour exam. Candidates who successfully pass this challenging exam can proudly use the post-nominal WSET Level 1 Wine Certified in their email signatures and be recognized as wine professionals in the wine industry. The Charm City Wine School is the only Approved Program Provider in Maryland, so call today to sign-up as these classes will fill up quickly!

The WSET L1 Award in Wines is intended for those associates that have little to no prior knowledge of wines.

Schedule Options:
   Mondays – March 9th, then the 16th, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, including Final Exam
   Tuesdays – April 7th, then the 14th, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, including Final Exam
   Tuesdays – May 12th, then the 19th, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, including Final Exam
   Tuesdays – June 16th, then the 23rd, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, including Final Exam
 also single-day, accelerated options:
   Saturday, April 25th, 2026,  9:00 am to 3:00 pm, including Final Exam
   Saturday, May 9th, 2026,  9:00 am to 3:00 pm, including Final Exam
   Saturday, June 6th, 2026,  9:00 am to 3:00 pm, including Final Exam

All classes are held at the 
Charm City Wine School
6505 York Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21212

The cost for this class is $399

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WSET Level 1 Award in Wines Specification

Act NOW!!  Reserve your seat at this WSET course with your $399 USD payment
and be sure to choose this course and start date from the drop-down list

Cancellation Policy:  We kindly ask for at least 48 hours before cancelling your seat in a class so that it may be filled. We are happy to reschedule you for another similar class or issue you a Gift Certificate for a future date when you are ready to reschedule.