Master-Level Programs Overview
The Wine Scholar Guild's Master-Level programs are wine industry-endorsed wine study programs for trade and advanced students of wine. Candidates can earn Master-Level certificates for accruing expertise in each of the wine regions of France including:
The Master-Level Online programs include:
- A comprehensive study manual for the region being studied
- A comprehensive series of live and/or recorded webinars with Masters of Wine, journalists and iconic producers
- Instructor support and assistance
Plus:
- The online exam
- Online quizzes and learning games for self-evaluation
- Pronunciation exercises
- Downloadable maps
- A list of recommended wines to sample on your own or in a tasting group organized by students enrolled in the online program
Loire Bordeaux Bourgogne Champagne
4 reasons to sign up for our Master-Level programs:
1. Truly master your favorite wine region.
2. Become an expert at pairing wines with food.
3. Learn from the experts who are reputed for their deep knowledge of the regions.
4. Discover who's who in the region and buy top value wine from talented producers.
Free webinars excerpts pulled from the Master-Level programs:
STUDY UNDER ICONIC PRODUCERS, MASTER SOMMELIERS, MASTERS OF WINE AND MASTERFUL INSTRUCTORS...
- Masters of Wine including: Elizabeth Gabay MW, Rosemary George MW, Jay Youmans MW, Debra Meiburg MW, Roger Bohmrich MW, Fiona Morrison MW, Charles Curtis MW, Matthew Stubbs MW, Essi Avellan MW, Stephen Charters MW;
- Master Sommeliers including: Eric Hemer MS, MW, Geoff Kruth MS;
- Iconic producers including: Olivier Humbrecht MW, Paul Amsellem, Louis Barruol
- Highly regarded industry professionals and journalists including: Thierry Meyer, Andrew Jefford, Allen Meadows, Peter Liem, Don Kinnan
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Olivier Humbrecht MW | Andrew Jefford | Steve Charters MW |
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Charles Curtis MW |
Essi Avellan MW | Peter Liem | Allen Meadows |
Immersion Study Trips designed with wine professionals and serious wine students in mind!
For the complete immersion experience, travel to the major wine regions of France, Italy, and Spain with world-renowned wine instructors and visit both iconic and below the radar estates and enjoy tastings tailored for professionals
Click on the region of your choice to learn more:
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SWS Intensive in Malaga
Apr 16 - Apr 21, 2023SOLD-OUT
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Piedmont
May 07 - May 12, 2023SOLD-OUT
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Rioja
May 14 - May 19, 2023SOLD-OUT
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Tuscany
May 21 - May 26, 2023SOLD-OUT
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Languedoc-Roussillon
May 21 - May 26, 2023SOLD-OUT
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Rhône Valley
Jun 11 - Jun 16, 2023SOLD-OUT
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Champagne
Jun 20 - Jun 24, 2023SOLD-OUT
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Loire Valley
Jun 25 - Jun 30, 2023SOLD-OUT
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Bourgogne
Oct 08 - Oct 13, 2023SOLD-OUT
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Catalunya
Oct 08 - Oct 13, 2023With Ferran Centelles
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Alsace
Oct 15 - Oct 20, 2023SOLD-OUT
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Bordeaux
Oct 22 - Oct 27, 2023SOLD-OUT
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Sicily
Oct 22 - Oct 27, 2023SOLD-OUT
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Bourgogne Intensive in Beaune
Nov 05 - Nov 10, 2023 -
Champagne Intensive in Reims
Nov 05 - Nov 10, 2023SOLD-OUT