Lancaster
Classes and Certification
For wine lovers, enthusiasts, and trade professionals

Whether you just want to learn more or are working toward a Master-level title, PhillyWine has something for you. We offer classes, events, and WSET Certification in wine, spirits, and sake.

Upcoming in Lancaster

In-Person Classes

Level 1 Wine - Certification in one day - May 13
10AM - 5PM
Location: Regency Executive Offices, Lancaster
➡️ Sign up by April 26!

Discover the main types and styles of wine through sight, smell, and taste. Learn the basic skills to describe wines accurately, and how to pair food with wine. Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin. This course provides a solid foundation for moving onto Level 2.

Instructor: Lisa Rutt, DipWSET, CSW

Cost $350
includes all wine, food samples, hardcopy of the textbook, and the exam

Learn more and sign up here

WSET Online Classroom

WSET’s Online Classroom (OLC) is a great way to take class if you need more flexibility. OLC lets you go at your own pace on your own schedule. We can even send you wine tasting kits! Sign up on the corresponding class pages. We also offer OLC for sake and spirits.

Wine, Spirits, Sake
Level 1 Wine  - May 13 - Sign up by May 3 
Level 2 Wine - May 13 - Sign up by May 3
Level 3 Wine - May 13 - Sign up by May 3

D1 Wine -  June 3 - Sign up by May 24
D4 Wine -  July 15 - Sign up by July 5

Level 1 Spirits - June 24 - Sign up by June 14
Level 2 Spirits - May 13 - Sign up by May 3
Level 1 Sake - May 13 - Sign up by May 3

Wine & Spirits Education Trust

Based in London, the Wine & Spirits Education Trust is a best-in-class, globally recognized program for enthusiasts and trade professionals.
PhillyWine is an Approved Program Provider.

 Explore WSET Certification

Wine

  • WSET Level 1 Award in Wine Philadelphia

    Level 1 Award in Wines

    A beginner level introduction to wine suitable for those starting a wine career or pursuing an interest in wine.

  • WSET Level 2 in Wine Philadelphia

    Level 2 Award in Wines

    A beginner- to intermediate-level qualification exploring wines, suitable for industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.

  • WSET Level 3 in Wine Philadelphia

    Level 3 Award in Wines

    An advanced level qualification for professionals working in the wine industry and for wine enthusiasts.

  • Level 4 Diploma in Wine

    The WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines is an expert-level qualification covering all aspects of wine.

Spirits & Sake

  • WSET Level 1 in Spirits Philadelphia

    Level 1 Award in Spirits - Online

    The Level 1 qualification offers a hands-on introduction to the world of spirits.

  • WSET Level 2 in Spirits Philadelphia

    Level 2 Award in Spirits - Online

    A beginner to intermediate level qualification exploring spirits and liqueurs for those working in the industry or spirits enthusiasts.

  • Level 1 Award in Sake - Online

    An introduction to sake for those starting a career in the industry or just pursuing an interested in sake.

WSET Latest Figures:

  • 108,000 candidates worldwide

  • 9 separate WSET qualifications

  • 800+ WSET course providers worldwide

  • 70+ countries provide WSET courses

  • 15 languages offered

    * wordwide across all levels of wine, sake, and spirits

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