Learnaboutwine presents: WSET Level 1 "Award in Wines" | April 18

Schedule

Sat Apr 18 2026 at 10:30 am to 07:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Learnaboutwine Classroom | Los Angeles, CA

Advertisement
Hosted by Prince of Wine Academy. Begin your journey into wine studies with the WSET Level 1 Award. Perfect for beginners!
About this Event

WSET Level 1 Award in Wines (In-Person)
$50 DEPOSIT TOWARD $425 FEE

Begin your journey into wine studies with the WSET Level 1 Award. Perfect for beginners, this wine course offers foundational knowledge and engaging wine classes.


Wine courses for beginners. 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. Find out if this course is right for you.


Course Specifications & Policies


Commitment to quality: Other WSET providers may beat our price by a few dollars, but pouring better quality wines. We are dedicated to pouring better wines and having the best educational venue experience. We may also pour the largest number of wines vs other WSET providers. Our programs at our classroom features free street parking or $15 AT MATEO across the street with great restaurants next to our venue.


Why take WSET Level 1 Award in Wine


- Increase your understanding of what’s in your glass

- Gain confidence in your wine knowledge

- Improve ability to navigate a wine list and understand basics of food and wine pairings

- Have fun and meet other wine enthusiasts like yourself

- For hospitality and restaurant professionals, have a baseline of knowledge about wine to better present the wines you represent

- Receive the WSET® Level 1 Award in Wine (successful candidates only)


Who is this course designed for:


- Wine Enthusiasts: anyone who has an interest in wine but has limited experience or formal training

- Wine Educators who work in wine hospitality or restaurants and wish to increase their wine knowledge to enhance their skills


What you’ll learn:


- Stages of grape growing and winemaking

- Main styles and types of wines

- Characteristics of common grape varieties

- Wine service and tasting techniques

- The WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT) and how to use to describe wines

- Basic principles behind pairing food and wine


Event Photos

COURSE FORMAT

6 hours of classroom learning that includes a 45 minute exam of 30 multiple choice questions

Fees and Materials:

$50 deposit to hold position, once we reach 8 student minimum - final invoice will be issued. Total cost is $425 ($375 balance).

Course fee includes:

- Study guide: An Introduction to Wine

- Enrollment fee

- Exam fee

- In-person classroom instruction

- Certificate

- At least 6 wines tasted during course

- Please note that WSET UK (the course accreditation organization) requires that all course students provide their date of birth as part of course registration. Prince of wine academy will send you an email form after checkout for official enrollment.


All attendees must be at least 21 years of age.


Event Photos

FOUNDER

Walid Romaya, DipWSET

With a lifelong passion for wine and a Diploma in Wine and Spirits from the esteemed Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Global, Walid is the driving force behind Prince of Wine Academy.

Walid has tasted and rated thousands of wines, earning the nickname “Prince of Wine.” A true educator at heart, he brings this expertise and enthusiasm to every course, helping students unlock the fascinating stories behind each bottle. Whether you are new to wine or an experienced connoisseur, Walid’s mission is to deepen your understanding and appreciation for wine from the vineyard to the glass.

You’ll often find Walid capturing unique moments through the lens of his Leica camera, inspired by how light interacts with wine. As a Southern California resident, he’s known for his creative shots on the beach, where he explores the interplay between wine and natural light.

For more information click here!


Event Photos

LearnAboutWine Classroom

530 Molino St #214

Los Angeles, CA 90013


Event Photos

ABOUT IAN BLACKBURN, WINE ENTREPRENEUR

Ian discovered the wine industry at the ripe age of 21 while working for famous Chefs such as Thomas Keller and Joachim Splichal in Los Angeles’ top dining rooms. The discovery of wine and the massive need for wine knowledge quickly engulfed Ian’s life and his passion redirected his career from Restaurants and Hotels to Vineyards and Education. Soon enough in 1995, LearnAboutWine.com was born, becoming the first website dedicated to wine education.

With over 25-years of experience traveling the wine world, Ian is a published author (Wiley Publications, 2002), has 10 vintages of top level winemaking on his resume at Beekeeper Cellars and is considered one of the region's best wine educators. Ian’s push to evolve and his ability to pivot has produced a strata of new concepts such as, ZoomIntoWine.com (virtual education), Merchantofwine.com (the family’s online wine store), and now the return of in-person gatherings with LearnAboutWine.com - using all the great gathering spots in LA as potential venues. winecloudinc.com | merchantofwine.com | beekeepercellars.com


Event Photos

________________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________

Our Policy

All tickets are non-refundable. We can adjust your menu for dietary needs up to 72 hours prior without any additional cost. Wines can change without notice, failure or corked wine at the dinner does not result in any type of credit or refund. We open one bottle minimum per paying guest, and can reduce the total number of bottles being opened so that the dinner does not have to cancel should ticket sales not reach the minimum. Fewer bottles equals larger pours - you will get the same quantity of wine and we always open the best wines for the quality of the event. Cancellation due to illness is not allowed, you may however take food to go - or assign your seat to someone else without fee. The perishable nature of our product requires no cancellation, no credit, no refunds for any reason - this is like an airline flight or Dodger game… once it goes, its gone.


NOTICE REGARDING ALLERGIES, FOOD RESTRICTIONS + LIMITATIONS INCLUDING BEVERAGES BUT NOT LIMITED TO WINE

*Please carefully review any programs you may be interested involving food/refreshment/beverages.

No refunds, cancellations, or date swaps allowed.

Unfortunately, refreshments and food & beverage substitutions are politely declined. We try our best to accommodate food limitations/restrictions, however, it is our policy is to inform you that we make no promises or guarantees of any particular food/ beverage accommodation, regardless of whether learnaboutwine or our third-party venue is providing refreshments/ food and/or beverages. We make no promises guarantees that if/ any refreshments/food and/or beverages are free of any allergens and/or health restricting products/elements. We will not be held responsible/liable for/if any illness that may occur while consuming at his/her/their own free will and at his/her/their own discretion.

*Please be advised, outside food and beverage is not permitted at any of our events.

*Adult Participants must be 21 and over. Valid government issued ID required to attend this event. The entirety of the experience is important and vital for the enjoyment of all adult participants. Our private events are created for adults 21-years of age and older and unable to accommodate minors. Minors are not allowed into any of our events.

*ALL/ANY TICKET SALE IS FINAL. WE DO NOT OFFER REFUNDS/EXCHANGES/CREDITS/TRANSFERS BETWEEN OUR PROGRAMS.

Email us - [email protected]

PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Drinking distilled spirits, beer, coolers, wine, and other alcoholic beverages may increase cancer risk, and, during pregnancy, can cause birth defects.

Email us: [email protected]

LearnAboutWine.com Office | 10am-4pm PST Tuesday-Friday | 310-451-7600

Advertisement

Where is it happening?

Learnaboutwine Classroom, 530 Molino Street #214, Los Angeles, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

USD 53.00

Icon
Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.
LearnAboutWine.com

Host or Publisher LearnAboutWine.com

Ask AI if this event suits you:

Discover More Events in Los Angeles

S1 - Collage & Assemblage with Dylan Diloretto
Sat, 18 Apr at 10:00 am S1 - Collage & Assemblage with Dylan Diloretto

4814 Hollywood Blvd

WORKSHOPS ART
S2 - Beginning Jewelry Making with Hiro Westdorp
Sat, 18 Apr at 10:00 am S2 - Beginning Jewelry Making with Hiro Westdorp

4814 Hollywood Blvd

WORKSHOPS ART
S3 - Overshot Weaving with Jonathan Hernandez
Sat, 18 Apr at 10:00 am S3 - Overshot Weaving with Jonathan Hernandez

4814 Hollywood Blvd

WORKSHOPS ART
Fluye
Sat, 18 Apr at 10:00 am Fluye

TBA

Help Group's Special Needs Resource Fair
Sat, 18 Apr at 11:00 am Help Group's Special Needs Resource Fair

13130 Burbank Blvd

FESTIVALS ART
2026 UCLA Gaming & Esports Expo (GEEX)
Sat, 18 Apr at 11:00 am 2026 UCLA Gaming & Esports Expo (GEEX)

Tom Bradley International Hall

BUSINESS EXHIBITIONS
Figure Drawing at Heavy Manners Hosted by Tom Herpich (4\/18)
Sat, 18 Apr at 11:00 am Figure Drawing at Heavy Manners Hosted by Tom Herpich (4/18)

1200 N Alvarado St

ART FINE-ARTS
Parachute Home x Project Photo Session Pop Up
Sat, 18 Apr at 11:00 am Parachute Home x Project Photo Session Pop Up

Parachute Home

ART KIDS
Live Entertainment Brunch Specials $35 Bottle of Sparkling & 6 Oysters
Sun, 16 May at 11:00 am Live Entertainment Brunch Specials $35 Bottle of Sparkling & 6 Oysters

707 S Grand Ave

BRUNCH
Paint & Sip LA
Thu, 15 Jul at 07:30 pm Paint & Sip LA

Demi Lauren Studios

ART WORKSHOPS
Classic Cinema Night at Cinegrill Theater
Wed, 07 May at 07:00 pm Classic Cinema Night at Cinegrill Theater

The Hollywood Roosevelt hotel

ENTERTAINMENT ART
\u2728 Paint & Sip on Glass \u2013 A Creative Twist!
Mon, 13 Oct at 10:10 am ✨ Paint & Sip on Glass – A Creative Twist!

Woodland Hills

WORKSHOPS ART
Trivia Night by Girls Only Game Club @ nico's wine bar in atwater village
Wed, 14 Jan at 07:00 pm Trivia Night by Girls Only Game Club @ nico's wine bar in atwater village

nico's

PERFORMANCES MEETUPS
Baby Got Bacchus | 3rd Sun Poetry Series
Sun, 18 Jan at 06:00 pm Baby Got Bacchus | 3rd Sun Poetry Series

nico's

ART LITERARY-ART
Mahjong Underground @ nico's wine bar in atwater village
Thu, 05 Feb at 08:00 pm Mahjong Underground @ nico's wine bar in atwater village

nico's

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Mahjong Underground @ nico's wine bar in atwater village
Thu, 19 Feb at 08:00 pm Mahjong Underground @ nico's wine bar in atwater village

nico's

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Glow in the Dark Paint & Sip Fridays!
Fri, 20 Feb at 06:30 pm Glow in the Dark Paint & Sip Fridays!

Autumn Flynn Art Paint Studio & Art Gallery

ART WORKSHOPS
Magnolia After Dark | Paint & Sip Sundays
Sun, 08 Mar at 06:00 pm Magnolia After Dark | Paint & Sip Sundays

The Magnolia Art Space

ART WORKSHOPS
Paint and Sip. Things to do in LA. Painting time. AzziArt Gallery LA.
Sun, 15 Mar at 03:00 pm Paint and Sip. Things to do in LA. Painting time. AzziArt Gallery LA.

AzziArt Gallery LA

ART WORKSHOPS
The Drag Queen Game Show
Fri, 20 Mar The Drag Queen Game Show

Video Vortex

COMEDY BINGO

What's Happening Next in Los Angeles?

Discover Los Angeles Events