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

"The Master-level programs provide structure and a clear outline for me to start mastering the regions of France, which is indispensable when pursuing a self-study oriented certification such as the Master Sommelier diploma from the Court of Master Sommeliers." Ezra Wicks, Manager/Wine Director, Osteria La Spiga

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


Olivier Humbrecht MW	Andrew Jefford	Steve Charters MW	Pascaline Lepeltier MS, MOF

Charles Curtis MW	Essi Avellan MW	Peter Liem	Allen Meadows

"The Master-Level program helped me build a better wine program for multiple reasons; the webinars were full of top presenters, current market sales and customer purchasing trends, great exposure to multiple producers new to me, and really gave me the confidence to take some fun & exciting off the beaten path Champagnes for my list." Bridget Cheslock, Wine Director, Wines at the Park

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:

SWS Intensive in Malaga

Apr 16 - Apr 21, 2023
SOLD-OUT
Piedmont

May 07 - May 12, 2023
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Rioja

May 14 - May 19, 2023
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Tuscany

May 21 - May 26, 2023
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Languedoc-Roussillon

May 21 - May 26, 2023
SOLD-OUT
Rhône Valley

Jun 11 - Jun 16, 2023
SOLD-OUT
Champagne

Jun 20 - Jun 24, 2023
SOLD-OUT
Loire Valley

Jun 25 - Jun 30, 2023
SOLD-OUT
Bourgogne

Oct 08 - Oct 13, 2023
SOLD-OUT
Catalunya

Oct 08 - Oct 13, 2023
With Ferran Centelles
Alsace

Oct 15 - Oct 20, 2023
SOLD-OUT
Bordeaux

Oct 22 - Oct 27, 2023
SOLD-OUT
Sicily

Oct 22 - Oct 27, 2023
SOLD-OUT
Bourgogne Intensive in Beaune

Nov 05 - Nov 10, 2023
Champagne Intensive in Reims

Nov 05 - Nov 10, 2023
SOLD-OUT

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