For anyone interested in the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines, or currently studying towards the qualification, we are pleased to share two recently recorded WSET webinars that provide excellent support for both your theory and tasting exam preparation.

Understanding Theory Technique for WSET Level 3 Wine

This webinar is designed for those planning to start their WSET Level 3 course, as well as current students who want to develop effective exam technique for the theory paper. WSET School educator Julia Lambeth DipWSET explains the theory exam format, shares practical preparation strategies, and highlights common mistakes to avoid, helping you build confidence and approach the exam more effectively.

Link to the webinar

Understanding Tasting Technique for WSET Level 3 Wine

Ahead of my upcoming masterclass on Flavour chemistry: identifying faults in wine on 26 May 2026, I’d like to share a brief overview on the subject.

There are still last few spots available if you'd like to attend!

Wine consists of hundreds of different compounds, or molecules, that determine its characteristic flavour. In this post we take a close look at 10 compounds that are typically undesirable in wine. They have unpleasant flavours and detract from wine quality.

Acetaldehyde

Acetaldehyde smells of bruised apple, carved pumpkin and paint. It is produced by yeast during fermentation, as well as being an oxidation product.

Hallo zusammen,

ich suche Lernpartner ab dem 7.2.2026 für WSET-Level-3-Prüfung auf Deutsch Ende März und würde mich freuen, mich gemeinsam vorzubereiten. Ich wohne in Berlin Pankow und biete auch an, bei mir zusammen zu lernen.

Meldet euch gerne per E-Mail an martyna.gressel@gmail.com oder auf Instagram @martyna_schmeckt 🍷

Hi all,

I’m completing the Level 3 course (in German) this November and would love to connect with others who are taking this course or a similar level to exchange tips on preparation and best study practices. If you’d like to get in touch, feel free to email me at: mandoline.rutkowski@gmail.com 🍇