WSET Award in Wines Level 1

At Fine Wine Works, we know that wine knowledge is more than just theory – it’s about service, confidence, and creating memorable guest experiences. That’s why our WSET® accredited wine courses are tailored specifically for the luxury yachting world, combining world-class training with hands-on tasting and practical service skills.

This one-day course gives you the essential wine knowledge every crew member needs – from grape growing and winemaking to key grape varieties, storage, service, and food & wine pairing. It’s hands-on, practical, and designed to boost your service skills immediately.

Why take this course with Fine Wine Works?

• 17 years as an Approved Programme Provider for WSET®
• Pass rates well above the global average (96% first-time pass rate)
• Enhance your CV with a globally recognised qualification
• Courses recognised by the G.U.E.S.T. program - accredited as Specialist Unit 12.
• Gain confidence when recommending and serving wine to guests
• Experience more wines than the WSET minimum – because we know hands-on tasting is the best way to learn
• Benefit from training tailored specifically to the luxury yachting world
• No experience or other qualifications are required to attend this course
• It is also great fun with engaging teaching that crew consistently praise!

“Helen is amazing at what she does. She is a great teacher and I enjoyed her enthusiastic approach to the course – it was a fantastic learning experience.”

— Lauren, Stewardess 66m S/Y

Course Structure

• 1 full day (09h00 - 17h30) of engaging teaching
• Multiple-choice exam at the end
• No previous experience needed

Useful Information

Courses are held in Spring - February & March, and in Autumn - October & November. Contact us for exact dates.

What’s included

• “Special crew prices” available - contact us for more information
• Refreshments provided
• All study materials

Fine Wine Works are in their 17th year as an Approved Programme Provider for WSET, trusted by crew and captains across the Mediterranean. WSET® is the world’s leading provider of wine qualifications, with over 100,000 candidates last year in 70+ countries and 19 languages. With Fine Wine Works, you can be confident your training is both globally recognised and locally relevant.

Spaces are limited – contact us today to reserve your place!