Galiena is currently working with Pierrick Muller.
The trainers are wine professionals with excellent educational experience. All trainers are accredited by the WSET.
WSET® LEVEL 1 AWARD IN WINES
A BEGINNER LEVEL INTRODUCTION TO WINE SUITABLE FOR THOSE STARTING A WINE CAREER OR PURSUING AN INTEREST IN WINE.
For individuals new to wine study, this qualification provides a hands-on introduction to the world of wine. You’ll explore the main types and styles of wine through sight, smell, and taste, while also gaining the basic skills to describe wines accurately, and make food and wine pairings. Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
- The main types and styles of wine
- Common wine grapes and their characteristics
- How to store and serve wine
- The principles of food and wine pairing
- How to describe wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)
Download Level 1 Award in Wine Specification here.
CLASS FORMAT
In-Person class
6 hours of class including a 45-minute exam with 30 multiple-choice questions.
NEXT COURSE DATE
Contact us to enquire about available dates
LOCATION
New Bahru
PRICE
$450 nett
(includes all study materials, wine samples, tuition & examination)
Check our T&C.
For group or corporate enquiries, please contact us to arrange a private session.
For more information, contact us at wset@galiena.sg.
FAQ
Who is the educator?
Does Galiena eligible for SSG grant from the government?
We currently do not subsidise any government aids at the moment.
What are the entry requirements?
Level 1: There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Level 2: There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Level 3: It is recommended that you hold the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge.
Collection of Study Packs
By collection at our office.
Level 1 course materials are provided to students on the first day of the course.
For Level 2 and 3, it is highly recommended to collect your study material in advance before the course commencement for pre-reading. If you would like to do so, full payment is required before collection can be arranged. Otherwise, study packs will be given on the first day of the course.
How do I get to Galiena?
New Bahru, 46 Kim Yam Rd, #01-04, Singapore 239351
By MRT: Fort Canning on the Downtown Line, about a 10-minute walk away
Parking Options: Spots available at New Bahru (paid parking)
Please note that Galiena does not provide complimentary parking.
If I miss a class, can I make it up?
No, we do not offer make-up classes.
Can I postpone my exam?
You have the possibility to postpone your exam free of charge up to 3 weeks before the date. After this time, a fee is charged by the WSET for postponing the exam.
When are we getting our result?
Galiena will inform each participant of their results via email once we have received the gradelist from WSET Global. Your certificates and badge will arrive at a later date, and you will be advised of the collection details once we have received them.
Gradelist is issued based on the following timeline:
Level 1: 10 weeks from the assessment date
Level 2: 10 weeks from the assessment date
Level 3: 12 weeks from the assessment date
How do I receive my certificate and pin?
Students will receive a digital certificate by email. Physical pins can be collected from our office. If candidates wish to have their pins mailed via registered post, a $20 SGD admin and postage fee will apply.
What if I failed the exam?
Don’t worry, you can retake your exam with a re-sit fee.
Please contact us to check the availabilities.