LEVEL 3 IN WINES
Objective of the training
Describing the characteristics of the world’s principal wines and discussing the main factors affecting style, quality, and price in order to be advising the management of different types of establishments, answering customer questions knowledgeably, and selecting wines adapted to various situations.
Description
WSET LEVEL 3 IN WINES
990€ (all taxes incl.)
With exam preparation (+190€)
35 hours – 5 days
(7 additional hours for the exam preparation)
Available languages 
The WSET Level 3 Award in Wines takes place over 5 days and includes the tasting of wines from around the world.
However, the Butler Academy recommends completing this course with an optional exam preparation day (+€190), specially designed by our experts to increase your chances of success in this challenging certification.
The WSET Level 3 Award in Wines aims to provide you with a comprehensive knowledge of the factors determining the style, quality, and price of the world’s principal still, sparkling, and fortified wines.
It is intended for experienced individuals wishing to gain international certification for their oenological knowledge in order to advance professionally within the wine industry.
Its short format allows it to adapt to those currently in employment or whose schedules do not permit long-term training.
Nevertheless, a minimum of 80 hours of preparation is expected before starting the course. To this end, study materials will be provided upon registration.
The WSET Level 3 Award in Wines concludes with a 2.5-hour exam consisting of theory and tasting papers.
In accordance with France Compétences guidelines, standalone WSET courses are no longer eligible for CPF funding since 2023, with the exception of WSET Level 3 in Wines in French (RS7430).
Number of tasting references
70 to 80 wines
35 hours – 5 days
including 2h30 of examination
or 42 hours – 6 days
> Butler Academy
(Paris/Guadeloupe)
Maximum of 10 participants
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Module 1. Identifying the principal natural and human factors involved in the production of the world's still wines, in the vineyards and winemaking facilities, and explaining how they affect the style, quality, and price of these wines.
- Identifying the principal natural factors in the vineyard and explaining in detail how they affect the style, quality, and price of wine.
- Identifying the principal human factors in the vineyard and explaining in detail how they affect the style, quality, and price of wine.
- Identifying the principal human factors in the winemaking facilities and explaining in detail how they affect the style, quality, and price of wine.
Module 2. Identifying and describing the characteristics of still wines produced in the world's principal wine-growing regions, and explaining how the main natural and human factors—in the vineyards, winemaking facilities, and on a legislative and commercial level—affect the style, quality, and price of these wines.
- Identifying and locating the world’s principal wine-growing regions and describing the style and quality of the still wines produced there.
- Identifying the main factors in the vineyard and winemaking facilities, as well as at the legislative and commercial levels, related to still wine production, and briefly explaining how they affect the style, quality, and price of the world’s principal still wines.
- Focusing on the main grape varieties of the aforementioned regions, applying the knowledge from Objective 1 to explain how factors in the vineyard and winemaking facilities affect the style and quality of the wine.
Module 3. Identifying and describing the characteristics of the world's principal sparkling wines, and explaining how the main natural and human factors—in the vineyards and winemaking facilities, as well as on a legislative and commercial level—affect the style, quality, and price of these wines.
- Identifying and locating the world’s principal sparkling wines and describing the style and quality of these wines.
- Identifying the main factors in the vineyard and winemaking facilities, as well as at the legislative and commercial levels, related to sparkling wine production, and quickly explaining how they affect the style, quality, and price of the world’s principal sparkling wines.
Module 4. Identifying and describing the characteristics of the world's principal fortified wines, and explaining how the main natural and human factors—in the vineyards and winemaking facilities, as well as on a legislative and commercial level—affect the style, quality, and price of these wines.
- Identifying and locating the world’s principal fortified wines and describing the style and quality of these wines.
- Identifying the main factors in the vineyard and winemaking facilities, as well as at the legislative level, related to fortified wine production, and quickly explaining how they affect the style, quality, and price of the world’s principal fortified wines.
Module 5. Demonstrating the ability to inform and advise customers and staff regarding wines.
- Knowing how to recommend wines and explaining the reasons for the choice.
- Explaining how to correctly store and serve wine.
- Identifying the most common wine faults.
- Identifying the main elements to take into consideration when recommending a food and wine pairing.
- Stating the social and health risks associated with excessive wine consumption
Module 6. ANALYTICAL WINE TASTING: Describing with precision the key characteristics of the world's principal still wines, and relying on this description to evaluate their quality and aging potential.
- Describing with precision the key characteristics of one of the world’s principal still wines using the WSET® Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine.
- Evaluating the quality and aging potential of one of the world’s principal still wines using the WSET® Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine.
Enrollment Terms and Lead Times
- In-person
- E-learning available (only in English)
- Registration 1 month in advance
Registration can be completed:
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By phone: 01 80 91 61 82
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Via the website:
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By email: contact@butler-academy.com / accueilpsh@butler-academy.com
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On-site: Bureaux de la Colline – 1, Rue Royale 92210 Saint-Cloud
Target Audience and Prerequisites
- Experienced individuals.
PREREQUISITES
- Holding the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines or possessing an equivalent level of knowledge optional but recommended
- Being of legal age (18+).
Training methods
Active and participative pedagogy with practical course application:
- Situational exercises
- In-class quizzes
- Concrete case studies
- Training support documents projected in the classroom
- Access to a digital space dedicated to the training program
CERTIFICATION VALIDATION
- Candidates must achieve a minimum score of 55% for each examination.
- Candidates are allowed 2 hours 30 minutes for the following two examinations:
For the Unit 1 Theory Examination (Modules 1 to 5) 2 hours:
- Part 1: A 50-question multiple-choice exam (MCQ) designed to assess knowledge and understanding of the entirety of Unit 1.
- Part 2:A questionnaire requiring short written answers. This part consists of four questions and evaluates the application of knowledge across the unit.
For the Unit 2 Tasting Examination (Module 6) 30 minutes:
The tasting examination assesses Unit 2 and consists of a blind tasting of two wines. This test evaluates the candidates’ ability to accurately describe a wine and draw conclusions based on these observations.
To pass the tasting examination, candidates must obtain a minimum score of 55%.
Results
- Exam papers are sent to and graded in London.
- Results and your diploma are sent at least 8 weeks later via digital means.
Candidates must obtain a minimum score of 55% in each examination.
A candidate who fails the examination has the possibility, within two years following their training, to retake the relevant examination during a subsequent session, with an additional cost for registration.
Satisfaction rate in 2025 : 9,3/10
SCOPE
Successful candidates will be able to describe the characteristics of the world’s principal wines and discuss the key factors affecting style, quality, and price. They will thus be able to advise the management of various types of establishments, answer customers’ questions knowledgeably, and make informed wine selections for various situations.
This qualification will facilitate the professional evaluation of wines in terms of style, quality, and price. It offers an in-depth knowledge of these products, a necessary complement to professional skills, particularly for selecting wines for the Horeca (CHR) and retail sectors.
At the end of this training, trainees will have increased confidence in this area of expertise, allowing for greater ease in their professional interactions and commercial approach.
Progression Routes
Candidates will be able to continue and complete their journey by following the WSET Spirits training courses offered by the Butler Academy, or by pursuing Level 4 with the WSET in London.
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Nos formateur.ICEs
Tony Y. : Formateur WSET
De nombreuses certifications en poche, Tony et reconnu et certifié dans les domaines du vin, des spiritueux mais également de la biére et du saké.
Il enseigne les niveaux en vin et les spiritueux du WSET avec énergie et convivialité.
Annabelle M. : Formatrice WSET
Dualiste de l’Institut des Sciences de la Vigne et du Vin de Bordeaux et diplômée du niveau 4 du WSET, elle travaille en tant que vinificatrice, en France et en Australie, journaliste en vin, caviste, sommelière et forme en vins et spiritueux depuis 6 ans.
VOS référent.es
Samuel G. : Président
Tel : 01 88 61 78 95
Mail : commercial@butler-academy.com
Samuel répond à toutes les questions se rapportant à l’organisation de l’entreprise, à la comptabilité et aux fournisseurs.
Aurélie R. : Directrice & Responsable Pédagogique / Référente Handicap
Tel : 01 88 61 78 95
Mail : qualite@butler-academy.com
Aurélie est la directrice du centre et la référente formation des stagiaires, des managers, des entreprises et des formateur·rice·s·
Elle est à l’écoute des retours et problématiques de chacun·e et s’applique à proposer des contenus adaptés.
Pour toute demande d’adaptation de notre offre de formation elle sera au cœur de l’organisation et le relais avec nos partenaires et référents traitant le sujet du handicap.
TEMOIGNAGES
Yongyin Z.
Responsable de magasin,
La prof est hyper organisée, passionnée et professionnelle, c’était une plaisir de prendre ses cours. Il n’y a pas assez de temps pour couvrir tous les pays, si c’est possible d’avoir un demi jour plus ça serait parfait.
Marie R.
Diplomée en Business,
Une formatrice passionnée et à l’écoute (Annabelle) La sélection des vins et La journée de préparation à l’examen sont au top ! Merci à Sarah, une directrice formation très réactive
Frantz J.
Néophyte,
Belle organisation, équipe accueillante et attentionnée, La durée, peut-être 1 jour de plus
Caroline C.
Création d'entreprise,
Formation très ample, découverte de nombreuse région viticole, programme trop standardisé et très bon accueil
Claire B.
Demandeur d’emploi,
Les points forts de cette formation : Suivi et accompagnement, le rythme très soutenu et la Team très à l’écoute
Claire G.
Très belle expérience ! Format petit groupe, mieux pour apprendre. Je recommande
Gabriel K.
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« Bon contenu, formateur très compétent. Le point faible est la proximité de l’examen avec le cours. Personnel accueillant et agréable »
Cassandre J.B.
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« Accueil agréable, locaux un peu petit mais bien »
Maia S.
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« La préparation à l’examen était vraiment top, très utile. Très bon accueil et accompagnement »
Stephan O.
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« Très bonne expérience, salle un peu fraîche mais très bien sinon »
Jean Baptise B.
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« Bonne pédagogie, professeur et vins à la dégustation. Durée courte, locaux et accueil très bien »
Un stagiaire
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« Formateur maîtrisant son sujet. TOP, un grand merci à toute l’équipe !!»
Elodie M.
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« Toute l’équipe est très accueillante »
Paul G.
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« Les informations préalables étaient très claires et les supports et contenus sont le point fort de la formation »
Une stagiaire
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« Passage en revue de tous les chapitres étudiés dans le livre, formation très dense en 6 jours même avec la préparation à l’examen qui devrait avoir lieu ultérieurement. Accueil très professionnelle, locaux propre, personnel très gentil. TOP à la Butler Academy, merci Sarah ! »
Philippe S.
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« Dégustation de multiples vins du monde, locaux un peu petit et accueil sympathique »
Charlotte K.
« Au TOP, un jour de plus serait utile »
Emmanuel H.
« Cours en petit comité (8 pers.) parfait »
Nicolas T.
« Le formateur était très clair et à l’écoute. Formation trop courte sur 5 jours »
Olivier D.J.
« Le formateur connait très bien son sujet et reste disponible, source d’informations très clair »
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